The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches: the heartwarming and uplifting magical romance

by Sangu Mandanna

Samara MacLaren (Narrator)

She found magic in the most unlikely of places.

A cosy, heartwarming, and uplifting magical romance about an isolated witch whose opportunity to embrace a quirky new family - and a new love - changes the course of her life.

As one of the few witches in Britain, Mika Moon has lived her life by three rules: hide your magic, keep your head down, and stay away from other witches. An orphan raised by strangers from a young age, Mika is good at being alone, and she doesn't mind it . . . mostly.

But then an unexpected message arrives, begging her to travel to the remote and mysterious Nowhere House to teach three young witches, and Mika jumps at the chance for a different life.

Nowhere House is nothing like she expects, and she's quickly tangled up in the lives and secrets of its quirky, caring inhabitants . . . and Jamie, the handsome, prickly librarian who would do anything to protect his charges, and who sees Mika's arrival as a threat. An irritatingly appealing threat.

As Mika finds her feet, the thought of belonging somewhere starts to feel like a real possibility. But magic isn't the only danger in the world, and soon Mika will need to decide whether to risk everything to protect the found family she didn't know she was looking for . . .

'Witty, witchy, and wonderfully romantic' India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels

'Absolutely charming, adorably witty' Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches

'A bewitching tale of found family, magic, and the power of love' Award-winning author Suleikha Snyder

'The cozy magical romance you've been waiting for' Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne

(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited

• ISBN10: 1399709887
• ISBN13: 9781399709880
• Publish Date: 23 August 2022
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: GB
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Imprint: Hodderscape
• Edition: Unabridged edition
• Format: Audiobook (MP3)
• Duration: 10 hours and 6 minutes
• Language: English

Reviews

[Quirky Cat]

Book Summary:

Mika Moon has spent her whole life being told what is and isn't safe for witches. For the most part, more things are unsafe than safe. According to her elders, Mika should live isolated from other witches, practically carefully and quietly.

But that isn't how Mika wants to live. She wants to be with other witches, sharing knowledge and building a home. So when she's given a unique opportunity to help three young witches, she agrees to help – despite everything she was raised to believe.

My Review:

Oh! I can see why everyone has been hyping The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches up so much! It's a fantastical read (pun not intended, but appreciated). If you're looking for a cozy witch read, this book is perfect!

Admittedly, found family is one of my all-time favorite tropes, so I knew I would fall in love with this book. And I was right! Mika's adventure with this hodgepodge family was so sweet and endearing, even though it had its challenges.

There is a romantic subplot for those wondering. There's also a lot of discussion about the magical world, which I adored. Other cherished bits include character development, a couple of twists, and an adorable puppy (what can I say?).

Highlights:
Witch Society
Family of Witches
Witchy Romance
Found Family

Trigger Warnings:
Familial Estrangement
Death of a parent (off-page)

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