The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling

The Ex Hex (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 . . .

'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 magical Graves Glen in The Kiss Curse - out now!
Readers are LOVING 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

Reviewed by Kim Deister on

5 of 5 stars

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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!

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  • 1 November, 2021: Started reading
  • 4 November, 2021: Finished reading
  • 30 November, 2021: Reviewed