I received an advanced reader's copy of Bewitched (Fated Book 1) by Kelly Moran from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was the first book by Kelly Moran that I had read and I didn’t know what to expect. Happily, I was immediately hooked!

The world-building was easy to follow and engrossing from the start. From the origins of the Galloway curse and its ramifications over several centuries to the reunification of a family and acceptance that the world is much more interesting - and complicated - place than many main characters had thought, there is a lot to take in, but it’s a fun ride.

The plot moves swiftly, the characters pull you in, and the wordsmithing by Kelly Moran is simply gorgeous. Everything about Bewitched appealed to me. It was almost a surprise when I finished reading because I had been so caught up in the story.

I very much enjoyed Bewitched, am excited to have a new author to follow, and cannot wait to read the next book in the series by Kelly Moran.

Brady Meath’s childhood was steeped in island lore. One of his ancestors killed a Galloway during a witch trial, and for three-hundred years, the two households have been at odds. Legend states when three-by-three from each family are born, the spell that has riddled both lines with the inability to find and keep love can be broken—if they can join forces in performing fated tasks. Brady and his brothers never believed the myth. Until he comes face-to-face with the very woman who’s haunted him in sleep. And her powers. Now they’re in a race against the clock and fighting a brotherhood of hunters to fulfill their part or future generations are doomed. The first task belongs to Brady and Kaida, but Fate can only take them so far. Can love do the rest?

This urban fantasy is quite magical. I love the two main characters. Both are likable and interesting people. I like the magic part of the book. It's fresh and unique. I look forward to reading the next book in the series... :)

Thanks to the publisher for providing an arc.