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This is the first sequel I"ve read that I enjoyed even more than the first in the series. Getting to spend time with the sisters again now that they have embraced their own paths was a lovely experience, and I look forward to what comes next

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I loved The Crescent Moon Tearoom and devoured this sequel. The Quigley sisters reunite to solve a mystery and complete a task that threatens all while working through some issues of their own. The storytelling is masterful. Readers will feel drawn into the story and need a cup of tea to warm their souls. The characters are wonderfully multifaceted, and the introductions of the new characters was delightful. I eagerly read this on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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The Witching Moon Manor

A perfect Fall escape, The Witching Moon Manor delivers spellbinding coziness and heartfelt magic. Sivinski’s warm, vivid prose brings Anne, Beatrix, and Violet—and their beautifully layered sisterhood—to life. With charming new romances, a mysterious unfinished Witch’s task, and the ever-enchanting Quigley house, this sequel shines. Be sure to start with The Crescent Moon Tearoom for the full Spellbound Sisters experience. These books are like wrapping yourself in a warm, magical hug.

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This is the second book in The Spellbound Sisters series, and I have enjoyed them both. The 3 sisters own a tearoom that especially gives these stories very cozy vibes. Sometimes the coziness makes the stories feel like they’re moving a bit slowly, but I will say that The Witching Moon Manor grabbed and held my attention much better than The Crescent Moon Tearoom. These are sweet stories- I love the Quigley sisters and their enchanted places and friends, and I also admire the way the characters cherish each other. Thank you to NetGalley and Atria books for allowing me to read this ARC for review.

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5 stars!! This is the perfect fall read. I love the sisters dynamic. It’s a fun, cozy and magical read.

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Such a fun sequel to one of my favorite witchy books last year. I am so grateful to have been given the opportunity to read this book early. Thank you!

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I was delighted to be reunited with Violet, Beatrix, and Anne. The Witching Moon Manor by Stacy Sivinski was as charming and cozy as The Crescent Moon Tea Room and is the perfect book to curl up with on a rainy afternoon. While each sister experiences personal growth, they all remain true to their core selves and their family. Also, there's an enchanted house (!!!) and lots of swoony romance.

Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for the advance copy.

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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for sending me a copy of this book to review.

This was a fun romance novel, and I enjoyed it a lot. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the E-arc.

I really enjoyed this second installment in The Spellbound Sisters series. The atmosphere and setting would make this book a wonderful winter read. The book takes place over a couple weeks in winter and has both the cozy and cold winter vibes in abundance. The magical house really adds an extra layer of magic and whimsy to the story.

I really loved seeing the Quigley sisters come together and support each other in this book. It was a nice change of pace from book one and really helped build them as individual characters and helped strengthen their relationships to each other.

I did find the book dragged a little bit in the middle and got repetitive for a while but by the end, it had me engaged again and I really loved how it ended.

This is a great book for fans of The Honey Witch, The Spellshop or The House Witch.

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Thank you #netgalley for the review copy.

It had been awhile since I read book one in this series so I needed a refresher on where the prior had left off, it was kind of odd when I recalled how final the prior book felt and how the sisters had been so concerned about separating since this book takes place a year later and references other gatherings so my ladies are all verklempt about parting ways and are together less than a year later?! Okay then.

Putting that aside, the book was an enjoyable cozy fantasy read and while I will always want more sentient houses, without going into spoiler territory, let’s say I have wasn’t disappointed (even if I still want MORE) especially with the wish fulfillment sentient space that we are introduced to in this book. While I delight in the family home doing all the housekeeping it’s also been interesting to explore a teeny tiny bit what it thinks and dreams about in this book and I’m left with wanting more of this.

The family home is so much more interesting than these dudes although the necromancer is less boring even if the overall romance is zzzzzz and predictable AF. I’m notoriously not a fan of romances so take that as you will. Am I saying this snoozefest of couples is because none of them are gay? No, but honestly at least when it comes to fantasy cozy or otherwise, the gay coupling protagonists generally tend to be less dull and have so far contained less mountains of tropes and eye rolling dialogue.

You can read this book as a standalone since it really kind of feels like all the momentous decisions and big drama from book one become non-issues and perhaps it might even be a more rewarding experience if you haven’t read the first book before reading this one. Then after reading this one if you enjoyed the characters and want more you can go back and read book 1 already knowing the sisters are going to be back together all under one roof in short order. 🤷🏻‍♀️

While I don’t think it’s been announced, I bet there will be a third book, and I hope this one will delve more into the magic system of this world and the sentient buildings will get a lot more page time

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The Witching Moon Manor is the perfect Fall read, and I definitely recommend reading The Crescent Moon Tearoom first, which is the first book in The Spellbound Sisters series. Sivinski's writing is so descriptive and it delivers the coziest of vibes in these books. If you're looking for books that you could curl up in, then these are the ones you're looking for!

Anne, Beatrix, and Violet are great characters, and I really love their sister relationship, and their individual personalities. There are some new romances happening in this book, and I loved seeing how each one of them unfolded. The unfinished Witch's task adds a great mystery element to the story and brings in some heartwarming feels. And I have to say that one of my most favorite characters in both books is the Quigley's house...it is the coziest of cozies!!

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* Teacup Readings
* Magic & the Afterlife
* Sibling Relationships
* Coming Home
* Feel Good, Cozy Vibes

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If you love cozy, witchy stories with romance, supportive siblings, comforting vibes, and magic and mystery, then I highly recommend adding The Witching Moon Manor to your TBR.

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I couldn't get enough of The Crescent Moon Tearoom when it came out last year. I loved the cozy, magical story of the Quigley sisters, and I ended up reading this book several times last fall. I was thrilled to discover that there was a sequel, and this book does not disappoint. The Witching Moon Manor has all of the cozy fantasy that I enjoyed in the first book while continuing the Quigley sister's journey. I loved seeing each of the sisters' stories continue as they worked together to find what was causing magical disturbances throughout the city. There was also a little more romance in this book that I adored. This book left me with happy tears, and I hope this is not the end of the Quigley sister's journey.

The Witching Moon Manor is out October 7th.

Thank you to NetGalley and Atria Books for the opportunity to review The Witching Moon Manor. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Being back with Violet, Beatrix, and Anne again felt like catching up with an old friend. The Witching Moon Manor by Stacy Sivinski was just as cozy as her first novel. If you're looking for a book to snuggle up with on a rainy day, this book is for you. My favorite part about Stacy's books are her characters. Their personal growth and connections with each other always make my heart swell. If you're looking for a book with a lot of fast action and unpredictability, then this book is not for you. This book starts out slow, reintroducing us to what the sisters have been up to since we've seen them last. The plot really starts to pick up around 45% of the way through. Was this book predictable? 100%. Did I wish more happened and sooner? 100%. However, the feelings of nostalgia, love, and purpose are enough for me to recommend this book to lovers of The Crescent Moon Tearoom.

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I loved the first book of this series, and the second did not disappoint. This book is just as cozy and sweet as it’s predecessor, and I adored the romances in this one. The sisters are just lovely, and Beatrix remains my favorite. Stacy Sivinski did a great job having them all remain true to their personalities and the growth they showed from the first book while giving them room to stumble and in the process open up even more. I think this could use a few more rounds of editing, but I have an ARC, so it stands to reason I will like it even more once it’s out.

Thank you to Atria for this ARC!

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This book made me want to curl up with a hot cup of tea and get cozy. I really enjoyed The Crescent Moon Tearoom, but somehow I enjoyed this sequel even more. The Witching Moon Manor ties up the three paths chosen by the Quigley sisters and reminds us that even when a book comes to an end, the story never truly ends. In that vein, The Crescent Moon Tearoom's ending felt a bit like a happily ever after ending, while this book reminds us there are still struggles to overcome and that choosing a path is only the beginning. I appreciated all three of the sister's struggles when it came learning to trust themselves and move on from fears and past mistakes. The ending was very comforting and sweet.

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Oh, I wanted to love this so much because the Crescent Moon Tearoom was one of my favorites last year. Unfortunately, this fell short for me, It was one of those experiences where i was constantly looking to see how much of the book I had left. The plotting seems extremely slow, even for a cozy fantasy, and I'm not convinced the characters have really moved forward that much. Maybe it was a timing issue and I should have held this to a witchier time of year.

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After falling in love with The Crescent Moon Tearoom last year, I was so excited when chosen to receive an advanced copy of The Witching Moon Manor. The same beautiful writing style that flows naturally through the story continues with this second book in the series. I generally don’t read historical pieces, but the world that Stacy has built feels timeless. Descriptions of scents, rooms, and feelings are so easily visualized I will be completely shocked if these stories aren’t adapted into a movie. I find I want to pay attention to every word and not speed read. The story is so warm and inviting I want to sit with it and not hurry to finish it.

I adored the journey through The Witching Moon Manor. The story was unique and enchanting as you’d expect from Stacy, but never predictable. The final chapters in the book have me making wishes for the third story line and what the sisters will be up to next! This was my first time having an advanced copy and I absolutely cannot wait to get my hands on the physical when it releases this fall to read it again!

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A witching delight full of enchantment and mystery. The Quigley triplet witches are brought together by persona; disturbances in their magic. They unite to solve a Fate problem affecting the whole city. a very, very engaging and captivating story. I hope there will be more Quigley triplets stories to come.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of the book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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A Spellbinding Return: "The Witching Moon Manor" Charms
Stacy Sivinski's "The Witching Moon Manor" is a delightful, heartfelt return to the magical world of the Quigley sisters. This second installment in "The Spellbound Sisters" series beautifully builds on "The Crescent Moon Tearoom," offering a story rich with warmth, sisterhood, and gentle magic.

Fans will love reuniting with Anne, Beatrix, and Violet as their individual paths – Diviner, author, circus performer – begin to converge back at the comforting Crescent Moon. Sivinski excels at crafting a cozy fantasy where magic seamlessly blends with everyday life, creating an inviting and believable world.

At its core, the novel celebrates family bonds. The Quigley sisters' dynamic is portrayed with honesty and affection, as they navigate new challenges and unexpected setbacks. Sivinski expertly weaves a narrative that is both comforting and compelling, even as new characters, like a charmingly frustrating necromancer, add intrigue and humor.

"The Witching Moon Manor" is more than just a magical tale; it's a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the enduring strength of family. This charming, uplifting, and utterly enchanting read will leave you with a sense of hope and the belief that some destinies are simply meant to be.

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Thank you NetGalley for the Arc in exchange for my review.

This is the second book in the Spellbound Sisters series. And just as magical as the first book! I really enjoyed reading each of the Quigley sisters storylines, you get to know their personalities better and how they each grow and come together with the main storyline. Despite their time apart, their love and bond stays strong. I love how the enchanted house plays such a wonderful and fun role in the story as well! And then an enchanted book shop! I adored all the little life messages throughout the book with the tea readings, memories and dreams. This truly is a magnificent and magical read. Well done Stacy Sivinski!

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