Book Review: A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass
The Cupcake Coven Romance Series, Book 1
Bewitched meets Practical Magic in this sparkling and quirky rom-com with an enchanted twist. When romance problems cause their powers to go berserk, a trio of witches whose family was banned from practicing magic risk getting in serious trouble with the Grand Council. Can they get their magic—and their love lives—in order before it’s too late?
Nearly a century ago, Gwen Engel’s great-great-grandfather cast a spell with catastrophic side-effects. As a result, the Grand Council of Witches forbade his descendants from practicing witchcraft. The Council even planted anonymous snitches called Watchers in the community to report any errant spellcasting…
Yet magic may still be alive and not so well in Zenobia. Gwen and her cousins, Trudy and Milo, receive a letter from Gwen’s adopted sister, Tannith, informing them that she’s bewitched one of their partners and will run away with him at the end of the week. While Gwen frets about whether to trust her scientist boyfriend, currently out of town on a beetle-studying trip, she’s worried that local grad student Jeremy is secretly a Watcher doing his own research.
Cousin Trudy is so stressed that she accidentally enchants her cupcakes, creating havoc among her bakery customers—and in her marriage. Perhaps it’s time the family took back control and figured out how to harness their powers. How else can Gwen decide whether her growing feelings for Jeremy are real—or the result of too many of Trudy’s cupcakes?
In A Letter to Three Witches, the first book of the Cupcake Coven Romance Series, Elizabeth Bass blends humor, romance, and just a hint of magic to craft a delightful story about friendship, family, and unexpected love. Set in a small town filled with quirky characters and spellbinding surprises, this book is a perfect light read for anyone looking for a feel-good romantic comedy.
The story revolves around three cousins—Gwen, Trudy, and Milo—descendants of powerful witches. But there's a twist: their family has been banned from practicing magic for centuries, due to a spell gone wrong in the past. Life gets complicated when a mysterious letter arrives from Gwen's 'step sister', threatening to steal one of their significant others as she has done in the past, specially to Gwen. Chaos and magical mayhem ensue as the trio tries to unravel the mystery behind the letter, while also battling the temptation to break the family's no-magic rule.
Elizabeth Bass's writing is witty and engaging, with well-drawn characters that are easy to root for. The interactions between Gwen, Trudy, and Milo are filled with humor and warmth, and their familial bond adds depth to the story. Gwen, as the main protagonist, is relatable in her struggles, torn between wanting a normal life and feeling the pull of her magical heritage. I really liked Gwen's character, she was sweet, specially with animals, and smart.
The magical elements are subtle, yet they add just the right amount of intrigue. It’s not a full-blown paranormal romance, but the sprinkling of witchcraft gives the story an extra layer of charm. I also loved the small-town setting, where everyone knows each other's business, making for some entertaining side plots and character dynamics.
The romance between Gwen and her love interest is sweet, but it doesn’t dominate the entire narrative. Instead, it unfolds naturally amidst the chaos caused by the letter. The comedic moments throughout the book had me laughing out loud, especially the magical mishaps and misunderstandings. If you enjoy romantic comedies with a bit of magic and a lot of heart, this book will definitely hit the spot.
While I thoroughly enjoyed the book, I did find the pacing a bit slow in the beginning as the stage is set for the magical conflicts to unfold. Additionally, the side characters, although entertaining, could have been fleshed out more. I hope we get to see more development in future books of the series.
A Letter to Three Witches is an enchanting start to what promises to be a fun and magical series. Elizabeth Bass successfully weaves together romance, witchcraft, and humor to create a lighthearted and entertaining read, perfect for this season. If you’re in the mood for a cozy romance with a magical twist, this book is for you!
Rating: 4/5
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This sounds simply delightful!
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