The Ex Hex: Never mix witchcraft and vodka . . . a spellbinding TikTok-sensation rom-com! (The Ex Hex, #1)

by Erin Sterling

THE TIKTOK SENSATION! The Ex Hex is a spellbinding rom-com with a twist, think Practical Magic in Gilmore Girls' Stars Hollow . . .

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'A spooky romantic comedy treat that had me sighing at one page, laughing out loud at the next' TESSA BAILEY

New York Times bestselling author Rachel Hawkins, writing as Erin Sterling, casts a spell with a spine-tingling romance full of wishes, witches, and hexes gone wrong.

Return to this magical world in The Kiss Curse and The Wedding Witch - available now!

Readers are LOVE The Ex Hex!

'If Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Gilmore Girls had a book baby, it would be THE EX HEX. And yes, it's just as glorious as it sounds!'

'I loved and adored everything about this book . . . everything I was looking for! 5/5 stars!'

'The vibes were immaculate'

'One of the best rom-coms I've read all year! . . . It's Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls and I am a hundred percent OBSESSED!'

'Definite Gilmore Girls vibes but with more magic and sex'

'A fantastic romance with more than a touch of magic'

'This book is pitched as Hocus Pocus, but it bangs and it certainly did'
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'You broke my heart, Rhys Penhallow. And we curse you. You and your whole stupid, hot line.'

Vivienne Jones handled the biggest break-up of her life the way that any witch would: vodka, bubble baths, and a curse on her ex.

That was nine years ago. Now Rhys Penhallow, descendant of the town's founders, breaker of hearts and still irritatingly gorgeous, is back. Rhys has returned to the quaint town of Graves Glen to recharge the ley lines and make an appearance at the annual fall festival. But when his every move results in calamity, Vivi realises that hexing her ex might not have been so harmless after all . . .

As the curse starts to affect the magic of the town, resulting in murderous wind-up toys, an outraged ghost, and a surprisingly talkative cat, Vivi and Rhys must put their personal feelings aside and work together to break the curse and save not just the town, but also Rhys's life.
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Praise for The Ex Hex, an unmissable treat!

'Sterling's novel is ultimately crisp and sweet, like biting into the perfect caramel apple . . . will sweep readers up into a world of whimsical magic' Kirkus

'Filled with delightful witchiness and humor . . . a fluffy Halloween treat' Publishers Weekly

'A delightful and witty take on witchy mayhem' PopSugar

'You can't help but smile and laugh while reading The Ex Hex . . . Perfect for anyone who needs more witchy content in their lives' The Nerd Daily

• ISBN10: 1472290283
• ISBN13: 9781472290281
• Publish Date: 28 September 2021
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: GB
• Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
• Imprint: Headline Eternal
• Format: Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
• Pages: 320
• Language: English

Reviews

[cadrian]

I enjoyed it, but I also listened to it. I don’t know if I would have finished it as fast otherwise.

[CrowNoYami]

4.5 Stars

 

A very cute read with just enough spice thrown in to keep it interesting. While I'm a bit confused about a few of the minor plot points, overall it was entertaining. 

[Joséphine]

It was a fun book, especially around autumn/Halloween. Kinda overhyped on Instagram though, so my expectations were probably a bit too high going in. Was expecting Stars Hollow vibes, which was what sold me on this book in the first place. Not enough charm for me to live up to that, unfortunately. Still, if you want a seasonal book that isn’t horror or gore, then this one fits the bill.

[Kim Deister]

I had high hopes for this novel when I first came across it, as it is written by Rachel Hawkins incognito. And every one of those high hopes was met and surpassed.

This was such a deliciously wonderful, perfectly spicy, witchy rom-com! It was like a sexier, more comedic, more foul-mouthed Practical Magic, which is a book/movie I adore, so that’s saying something for me. The chemistry and dynamic between Rhys and Vivi was perfection in words. Equally delightful as the connection between Vivi and her best friend/cousin Gwyn. Gwyn is everything a woman could want in a wingwoman… funny, direct, supportive, and willing to walk through it to protect you and your heart. Sterling/Hawkin’s comedic timing is wonderful, adding humor in unexpected place. And yes, the f-bombs are rampant, well placed, and full of comedic value.

And on top of all that is a perfectly crafted setting. Set in Georgia, it felt like it could be a small town in the fall in Anywhere, USA. It was so easy to imagine every detail, and I loved it so much!!

Great, great read, and I can’t wait for the next!

[Quirky Cat]

The Ex Hex was one of my BOTM choices for October. It looked like a light and cute read – one that merged rom-com elements with fantasy, which is absolutely something that I am interested in. Written by Erin Sterling, this series catchphrase should be "Never mix vodka with witchcraft." Oh! And did I mention that it's actually the start of a series? Sign me up!

Vivienne Jones had her heartbroken nearly a decade ago. While sad and very drunk (thanks, vodka), she and her cousin decided to curse her ex jokingly. Yes, both girls are very much real witches – but their curse wasn't real.

Or rather, it wasn't meant to be. It wasn't until Rhys Penhallow returned to Graves Glen that it became clear that the curse was very much real – and going to be an active problem for everyone in the town. So now she's stuck working with her ex in hopes of saving the day.

"You almost ran your ex-boyfriend over with a car, and then left him lying in the literal dirt on the side of the road. It is such a big deal, you absolute queen."

The Ex Hex was such a delightful and refreshing read! This was perfect for reading right about Halloween (followed shortly by a binge-watch of Hocus Pocus, of course). I loved how light and entertaining it was. It made for a refreshing change from all of the darker Halloween reads I've been reading (and admittedly enjoying).

I don't know what it is, but I just adore the idea of a witchy rom-com. This isn't the first of its kind that I've read this season (I believe it is actually the third), but I just can't get enough of it! If you're like me and craving something like this, then I highly recommend diving right on it!

I think the thing I loved the most about The Ex Hex (other than the truly hilarious quotes that sprung from the pages) is that this book did not take itself too seriously. It is what it is – nothing more and nothing less. It certainly was not embarrassed about that fact either, which I find endearing.

From my understanding, the sequel in this series (yay!) will follow two different characters. It sounds like they're ones that have already been introduced – and I am SO excited to find out more! Fingers crossed, we'll hear soon.

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[mrs_mander_reads]

This was the perfect Halloween romance. It had all the elements for spooky season, plus a fun family feud and unrequited love element, too.
My only complaint is that I wish the audiobook narrator included more of Rhys' accent - he comes off completely American, which I don't think is in the spirit of his character.

[bearley]

Super cute Halloween read! Surprisingly hilarious, never had a book make me laugh that hard