I wasn't a huge fan, but overall it was okay. Definitely not something I'd read again. The characters felt half done and predictable.

Gwen, Trudy and Milo are cousins born into a family banned from practicing magic as punishment for a spell cast centuries ago by their ancestor. The trio has never gotten along with Gwen’s adopted sister Tannith. So when Tannith sends a letter advising she has bewitched one of their partners and will run away with them by the end of the week, shenanigans ensue.

It is definitely a quirky read and jam-packed with charm and a few chuckles but nothing particularly stands out about the plot and the character that really sold the book for me was Griz, Tannith’s cat. Yes, the story is told from a cat’s perspective at times.

It’s a cute family drama with a dash of romance that kind of reminded me of a rosier version of Practical Magic.

If you enjoy fast-paced, light and funny reads you should definitely check this out. I’m a little sad this is coming out in January because I think this would have been a perfect beach read for those starting to crave the PSLs and cooler weather. I could very well see this exact plot featured on the Hallmark Channel.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun romantic fantasy about a family of witches that have been banned from practicing witchcraft.
Gwen has her own business Abracadabra Odd Jobs Service where she mostly helps people by cleaning out their garages and attics. She lives in a small town called Zenobia with her new boyfriend Daniel.

Gwen is surrounded by family members, her parents, adopted sister, two cousins and her Aunt. Gwen gets on well with her two cousins but Gwen’s adopted sister Tannith, is always causing trouble.

Tannith sends a letter to Gwen and her two cousins implying that she has left town with one of their partners. This sets off a chain of events that Gwen tries to solve with the help of her eccentric Aunt Esme.

I loved the humour and the situations that developed as Gwen tried to put things right.

The premise sounded great, and the book had several elements that could make a really interesting book.
Most of the book was from Gwen's perspective and she was the most boring basic character.
After their family member sends them three letters, three witches go into a tailspin.
I wanted more "magic" and fantasy. The world was very small town USA and the magical elements didn't really lift it up unfortunately.

Also without giving a spoiler - but there is a very fine line between a stalker and a person in love and this book did not convince me that that was cute.

I received this book as an ARC through NetGalley.

This book follows a witch and her cousins but they are not allowed to practice magic due to their relatives from the past. Their cousin sends them a letter predicting that something bad will happen at the end of the week that puts the cousins all in a tizzy. Throughout their week some unexpected and unintentional magic occurs that makes everything more dangerous because they might be getting watched by the council that oversees witches.

This book was fun and had some good little plot twist. The beginning of the book was very slow and I didn't finish the book quickly. I put it down and came back to it a few weeks later. It ended up being a good book but it was not anything special in terms of making me feel things. I enjoyed the POV of the cat, and I think there could have been more character development for the main characters.

It is set up for a second book.

I really liked this! The story was cute and very fast paced. It was hilarious and so entertaining. I only wish that the characters would have been a bit more fleshed out.

This book started off really strong. The characters were well developed and the whole set up was very believable. The setting was also vivid and i adored the whole atmosphere of the book. Witches are one of my favourite people fictional characters, and i have a special thing for witchy stories set in the modern world. They're always really witty and humourous, with the right amount of coziness. And this book served that really well. This is the perfect fall read, to consume while cuddled up in a blanket and drinking a hot cocoa.

For the most part of the book the vibe was very consistent. I enjoyed how magic didn't overwhelm the book, it just complimented it. The same goes for romance. Yes the book had a cute lovestory, but it didn't over shadow any of the other amazing content. The main couple reminded me of Mal and Ben from descendents, so descendents fans should give it a go.

A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass is a cute book but I just was waiting for more. I liked the characters, but would have liked to see more development in them. I felt like we were just starting to get to know them. The story itself was good, but again I just wanted a bit more. It will be interesting to see where the next book takes us, and I’m definitely interested in seeing how the story continues. It’s a light, easy going read that I think many will enjoy.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Books for the opportunity to read this book for an honest review.

A Letter to Three Witches by Elizabeth Bass is a charming story about sisterhood, empowerment, and choice. When a cryptic letter is sent to the family members of a witchy family, their worlds begin to fall apart as the truth of desire and temptation emerges, brewing toil and trouble and conjuring frogs, rabbits, and dangerous cupcakes oh my!

The story is funny and bewitching in a women's fiction type of way. It is not a standard dark fantasy nor is it a sweet romantic comedy. It is somewhere in between, with its mischievous witchcraft (a bit stereotypical which was the point) and cheeky sense of humour. This is a light read that is a lovely reprieve from the heavier witchy fiction that may or may not appeal to those readers. Big points to the author for writing some chapters from the perspective of the cat, I have never read something like it before.

I could not put this down as I fell in love with the story and characters and thought the author did a great job evoking whimsy and mystery in this unique book. I agree with many reviewers that a sequel or potential series would be a fun idea, because somehow I don't think the three witches are quite ready to fly off into the sunset on their broomsticks....

A Letter to Three Witches is a paranormal romantic comedy perfect for fans of Charmed (both the original and remake) and Practical Magic.

A quick overview: Set in the small college town of Zenobia, New York, the only supernatural element a resident can find is in the name of Gwen Engel's business (Abracadabra Odd Job Service). However, Gwen's family is a different story. About a century prior, Gwen's great-great-grandpa casts a spell that has completely catastrophic side effects, earning him and his descendants a lifetime ban on practicing magic from The Grand Council of Witches. The Grand Council even has spies that report on any spellcasting in the area to ensure that Gwen's family follows the rules. When Gwen and her cousins (aka the "Cousin Coven") receive a mysterious letter from her adopted sister, Tannith, their world is promptly turned upside down. In the letter, Tannith lets the cousins know she has bewitched one of their partners and will be leaving Zenobia with them at the week's end. The cousins all let their stress manifest in different ways, but Gwen's cousin Trudy perhaps has the worst accidental reaction of all; enchanted cupcakes. That's right, magical cupcakes. These delectable baked goods are the cause of chaos and confusion for Trudy's customers, her marriage, and even Gwen, who finds herself developing an attraction to Jeremy (the graduate student studying with Trudy's husband).

My thoughts: After a fairly slow start, this book had me hooked. I binged Charmed and this overall gave me the same feeling of family bonds. The storyline kept me hooked, and the way that Bass had different characters as narrators throughout the book really ensnared my attention. The fact that this book is grounded in the contemporary really spoke to me, and when Bass referenced Brew Tube and Cackle (YouTube and Twitter respectively) I thought it was a nifty way to include technology and social media platforms that audiences are familiar with. Despite the sheer number of plot points, I felt that Bass tied them up rather well, and definitely think that this is the perfect book for a fun, no thoughts attached read. The family drama was really engrossing to read, and I think that the number of unexpected events that occur create a twisty and unexpected read. The ending seemed to open up the potential for more books focusing on this family, and I think it would be a great idea. I would love to see more of the hijinks they get up to, or maybe even see more from the meddling cousin Tannith (gasp, I know). This is a book that I can't wait to curl up with when it's chilly outside, as it would go perfectly with some popcorn and the hot drink of your choice.

Overall rating: 4/5

A Letter to Three Witches will be available for purchase on January 25, 2022. Be sure to add it to your Goodreads shelf. Also, be sure to check out Elizabeth Bass’s website!
I was lucky enough to be able to read this Advanced Reader's Copy through my partnership with NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

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What a cute story. This is like a very mild version of a chick lit romance that you’d see in the airport with a cartoon cover, except the twist that the characters are involved in witchcraft. What a delight.

I love the characters finding themselves along the way, and the strong theme of us being blind to what’s before our very eyes, about ourselves, our families and our relationships.

This story will be great for adults looking for a mystery that combines romance and witchcraft. While I like my romance with a heavy dose of 🔥 sexy, the lack of it in this book didn’t negatively impact my enjoyment, and it’ll open it up to readers who like their sexy reads implied rather than eXXXplicit.

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Generally a fun book. Three cousins who have their lives unbalanced by a rouge cousin who puts their romantic lives in upheaval. Each of the main characters has a pretty clear voice. It is fun and very light reading. I wish that there was more magic in in. Although it does have some, it is mostly in error, or them trying to figure out what to do since they haven't had the magical upbringing of other witches. To me, it reads a little as the story being unfinished. There is some good humor, lots of silliness that wasn't always engaging for me, and definitely some plot holes. I wish the romance had been crafted better, I didn't really care for Jeremy.

I didn't love this book, but I did enjoy it. Give it a try if you are looking for something lighthearted that doesn't require to much presence.

I want say thank you for sharing this book with me, but I just couldn't get into it. The characters irritated me and so I quit reading. Now - in all fairness to the author -- this is just me. I feel sure other readers will really enjoy the book.

This was a funny, light hearted book that is perfect to read curled up on your favorite chair. Loved the relationship between the cousins and the narrative of Griz the cat. Hope there is a sequel.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a ARC in exchange for my honest review.

A Letter to Three Witches was a decent read filled with magic, family drama, love, and an ominous letter. It was an easy and fast read but unfortunately, the story and overall plot development was a bit lackluster and slow paced.

The characters in this book were likable and entertaining as they each had their own amusing storyline. I will say that I did enjoy all the magic and witchy aspect of this book. My favorite character by far was Griz, the black cat as his POVs were just so interesting.

The ending did wrap up pretty quickly and just felt rushed. However, it was still a nice conclusion. Overall, this book had a good premise and there were some enjoyable moments, it just didn’t really hit the mark for me.

This is a very cute and lighthearted witch-y book. I liked how the perspective switched between Gwen and the cat. It added nice humor and loads of cuteness. The plot and character development are all pretty predictable, and Tannith is a cartoon villain. Despite this, the book was overall super cute and fun to read. All the relationships the cousins were in were slightly problematic with major trust issues and miscommunication; however, this wasn't really a central part of the book, which made it more bearable. This is a perfect read if you're looking for a cute and funny witch story.

Thanks NetGalley and publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review!

A Letter to Three Witches is a light and magical romcom that gives off Bewitched vibes. It’s short, funny, and full of perfectly awkward situations.

Our story follows the “Cousin Coven” of Zenobia as they try to figure out what trickster Tannith is up to and try to keep their marriages in tact. Milo, Gwen, and Trudy all come from a family that is banned from using magic.

So when crazy and unexplainable events occur, they try to get to the root of the problem before anyone gets caught. They sneak around, spy, and accidentally enchant cupcakes.

When relationships take a turn for the worst, the trio seeks the help of estranged Aunt Esme. But she only causes more mystery and confusion for the group.

I think this book was short, sweet, and funny. It’s a cute and light hearted read. But the book did have a few issues. The pop culture references were a bit awkward and will not make sense in a few years. The cheating aspect and the way the relationships ended up were not something I enjoyed. There were a number of plot holes and lose ends that just weren’t wrapped up. But beyond that, it was a very funny story to follow and the Cat POV was my favorite!

Gwen and her cousins are witches that aren't allowed to practice witchcraft. I went into this book thinking it would be like Practical Magic, but it was a bit all over the place. This family drama had quite a few subplots. It was a quick read. Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

A Letter to Three Witches is a quirky story of three cousins fumbling through problems they were raised to avoid. Their family had been banned from practicing magic due to an allegedly errant great grandparent. Now, they wind up having to quickly learn how to practice magic, in secret, to avoid further punishment to their family. All the while, cousin Tannith is stirring the metaphorical pot to cook up trouble after she fled from their hometown of Zenobia where things aren't always as they seem. This story was funny, light and a super fast read.

This was such a quirky and quick read. It’s not the sort of thing I’d usually pick up, but I saw it advertised on NetGalley and put in a request (thank you for granting me early access!). I’m glad that I did, as this was the pick-me-up I didn’t realise I needed.

It’s about three witches, Gwen, Trudy and Milo - close-knit cousins in a family of witches that have been banned from performing magic. But then a strange letter arrives from their other cousin, Tannith, that throws everything into chaos that only magic can fix…

I found this to be really enjoyable. I enjoyed the premise, the characters balanced each other out well, and the book had a great deal of pace to it. I didn’t expect to devour it as quickly as I did, but it certainly got me out of the reading slump I was in.

Overall, I’d recommend this to anyone who enjoys books about magic and witches, or is looking for something light-hearted and fun to read.