Impractical Magic is a charming, cozy witchy-romance perfect for curling up with in the fall. It blends light mystery, family healing, and a tender rekindled romance against a backdrop of small-town magic. If that kind of comforting escape appeals to you—even with its occasional rough edges—it’s a fun and cozy read to brew up on a crisp evening.

3.75 ★

A cute read for people that like cozy magic stories! We have a slow burn and a Grumpy Sunshine mix. I'd agree that it suits fans of Gilmore Girls and Charmed. Like imagine a setting of Stars Hollow with a witchy magic twist!

It took a little while to get into this and I did find it to be a bit dialogue heavy but we did get to see a lot of interaction between our characters. There was a good range of characters with a some family dynamics that seemed fleshed out.

I felt as though there were too many references throughout the book which I take as being a link to Gilmore Girls and the frequent pop culture references but some just felt forced.

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

I picked up Impractical Magic hoping for a cozy, witchy escape, and it mostly delivered. Scarlett’s return to her family’s inn and her awkward reunion with Nate gave me all the small-town charm vibes I wanted, even if the romance felt a bit slow. The magic mishaps and sisterly tension kept things interesting, but I did wish for more of that Gilmore Girls-style banter.

Impractical Magic was a cozy read that's perfect for fall and anyone fond of witch stories. It follows our main character who returns home when her sister Luna calls for help--the town's magic is not working like it should. The main character is used to messing things up. She blames herself for the death of her father, couldn't follow through with her friends-to-lovers relationship, and has been avoiding magic and home for a long time.

In this book, we see her grapple with her past, reconnect with her family, and find the love story that would wait an entire year to start.

I gave this one three-stars because I enjoyed it, but wouldn't read it again.

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I really enjoyed Impractical Magic! Scarlett’s return to Oak Haven had me hooked from the start—her mix of humor, determination, and magical mishaps made her so relatable and fun to follow. The romance with Nate is sweet and slow-burning, and the small-town, witchy vibes give the story such a cozy, charming feel. I loved the mix of family dynamics, magical twists, and a touch of nostalgia—it felt like curling up with a warm cup of tea on a rainy day. Definitely a fun, lighthearted read for anyone who loves magical romances with heart.

This was a really premise... witches, romance, and plenty of magical mishaps. But honestly, it ended up being a bit too silly for me at times. I did enjoy the cosy, whimsical vibe and there are definitely some charming moments, but the story felt uneven and the characters didn’t always leave much of an impression. Still, it’s a light, fluffy read if you’re in the mood for magical romcom chaos. Good for fans of Erin Sterling’s The Ex Hex or Ann Aguirre’s Witch Please. Perfect autumnal read though

S0, it is advertised as Gilmore Girls with a magical twist and the author did a great job at that. But that the most positive thing I can say,Usually a book can be redeemed for me if the characters are likable enough and there’s good dialogue/banter, but unfortunately that was not the case for me here.

Cute town description.
Scarlett and Nate don't really know anything about each other anymore, but they hope into a relationship that changes life plans without even really talking to each other.
The problem with magic was good, surprised they took so long to find Scarlett and seemed to just "it is what it is" not finding her.

I'm giving this book a 3.5 ★’s.

This book follows estranged sister Scarlett Melrose who receives a call from one of her sisters, she immediately knows something is wrong. The magic at their mother’s inn and all of Oak Haven has gone awry, and they need her help to save it. Magic is a huge park of the town and its hidden from the outside.

Nate and Scarlett pick up where things left off years ago, but can they truly make it work and how when Scarlett lives in San Francisco. Scarlett has a bad past with Oak Haven and spells going wrong, making it harder to be there and stay. Can her being back really help the town and everything going on and to mend the past with family and friendships.

I enjoyed how easy this book was to read and felt like witchy vibe to Gilmore Girls in book form. Cute romance that's not to heavy on the topic. Mending family bonds and just talking to family and the community you live in. Nothing was shocking in the book which was nice to have a cozy book with witches and spells involved, with a slight dark past to Oak Haven.

Not my cup of tea, a bit too cutsey for my liking unfortunately. I feel like the marketing about gilmore girls meeting practical magic is not accurate.

Impractical Magic is a cute and quirky read with a charming premise. The magical mishaps and cozy vibes made it an easy book to relax with, and there were definitely some laugh-out-loud moments. That said, the plot felt a little thin at times, and some of the characters didn’t feel fully developed. It’s fun while it lasts, but didn’t leave a big impression once I finished. If you're in the mood for something light and whimsical, it’s worth a try—just don’t expect anything too deep.

It was alright. I wanted to like this book so bad, but I felt like the story could have been so much more.

Ok, I picked up this book because it was billed as Gilmore Girls meets Charmed. But, the only thing Gilmore Girls about it is that it is set in a small town where everyone knows each other.

I wanted to like this book SO BADLY based on the premise (witches, magic, gilmore girls!) but I felt like the story could have been so much more. Essentially, the magic source in town gets tampered with and must be fixed or all the witches lose their magic. The main character, Scarlett, sets out to make it right with the help of her ex-boyfriend (who is not magical) that she hasn't seen in 10 years because she fled town after high school.

Overall, the book had a sweet romance, but everything about the characters and the plot I felt could have been developed a little more, which would have make the story better.

Thanks to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for the advanced copy for review.

Impractical Magic is a quirky and whimsical take on modern witchcraft, blending magical mishaps with heartfelt moments. While the concept is fun and the characters are charming, the pacing feels uneven, and some plot threads don’t fully develop. It’s an enjoyable read, but not as spellbinding as it could have been.

If you’re looking for a cozy, magical escape with a touch of romance, Impractical Magic by Emily Grimoire delivers exactly that. This book feels like stepping into a crisp autumn afternoon, where the scent of cinnamon lingers in the air and the possibility of enchantment is just around the corner.

Scarlett Melrose, the reluctant middle sister, is called back to her hometown of Oak Haven when her family’s inn falls under a mysterious curse. She’s spent years avoiding her past, but now she has no choice but to face it—along with her old flame, Nate, who is just as charming (and frustrating) as ever. What follows is a delightful mix of spellwork gone wrong, second-chance romance, and the kind of small-town magic that makes you want to curl up with a cup of tea and never leave.

What I loved most about this book was its atmosphere. Grimoire crafts a world that feels warm and inviting, even as the stakes rise. The witchy aesthetic is woven seamlessly into the story, making it perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls meets Charmed. The romance is a slow burn, the family dynamics are heartfelt, and the magic is just the right amount of unpredictable.

While the plot isn’t groundbreaking, it’s exactly the kind of book you reach for when you want something comforting yet engaging. If you love small-town settings, a touch of whimsy, and characters who feel like old friends, Impractical Magic is worth adding to your reading list.

Let me start this review by stating that writing a cameo that included felon 45 was a fucking wild and terrible decision and that automatically made me deduct 2 stars, even though I should have probably DNFed immediately when that popped up. As far as the rest of the book goes, I originally received this book as an ebook, but was struggling with the dialogue so I decided to wait until it came out as an audiobook and I think that made all the difference. Because this was inspired by Gilmore Girls, it was easier for the fast pace dialogue to come across via audio and while I thought this was a cute book overall despite the glaring problem mentioned at the beginning of this review, it took a little time for me to get into it. The MC and her family started out insufferable and it felt like the author was more concerned about how many pop culture references she could put in at the beginning. I think she finally found her stride about 2/3 through the story when it longer really resembled Gilmore Girls. I think this really could have benefitted from another round of edits and sensitivity readers to really flesh out some of the issues. Thank you to NetGalley for an arc of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Impractical Magic
By Emily Grimoire
Narrated by Kate Handford
3.5 ⭐️

Overall, I liked this cozy, witchy book. I think it suffered slightly with having 3 (maybe 4) distinct story lines. They completed at times instead of complimenting each other which caused the story to lose some luster overall. I liked the FMC and the MMC was okay (circle back to the plot line issue). There was some solid romantic tension and banter which was a definite plus. I loved the town and the residents there. I would have adored the FMCs family but I hated how they treated the FMC. Which lead to me disliking how one or two “sorry”s rolled that plot line up like it wasn’t a big deal. When all is said and done, I really thought his was cute. I didn’t go too deep with most of it and enjoyed the ride.

This was absolutely adorable with the small town vibes and whimsical magical vibes. Absolutely recommend!

Sometimes you just need a book that takes you on a magical journey. Emily Grimoire delivers that and more.

This book is ok! The problem with magic in town was slightly more interesting to me, as I wasn't really invested in the relationship between Scarlett and Nate, especially when it felt like a random misunderstanding kept them apart (and more misunderstandings kept happening). I wasn't a huge fan of the narrative voice as well, I think it came off as too plucky, and in combination with an equally plucky set of characters, it felt a bit off balance for me.