Angie Barrett

It IS February, after all, so it's about time to break out all the books on love, about love, even somehow tethered to the idea of it, whether it be in the moment or forever...and this book fits the bill perfectly! He's not looking for love, but has always wanted to approach her. She's not looking for pretty much anything, and yet the sparks flying are too hot to ignore. Their friends have their own agendas, as do their frenemies, but some things won't be denied. Problem is, things have been cast in such a way that one can't help but wonder when realization is going to dawn. I mean, it's one thing to wish for something, or rather someone, but to magically influence their attachment...I don't know about you, but I've seen one too many 90's teen witch movies to not realize SOMETHING will come of all this, and it won't be pretty. It doesn't mean they won't survive the fallout...but it does mean some hearts are gonna get bruised along the way. Let's just hope they don't break beyond repair.

Overall, I enjoyed the story. Her unexpected abilities discovered by chance, the understanding that there is a responsibility built into it, but the teenage approach of "what could go wrong', totally felt right for the book. I definitely was wondering about her Luca hookup...not that I was doubting our girl was worthy, but the timing was oh-so-convenient and the speed at which they achieved item status was faster than a speeding bullet. I adored her bestie Ethan and all his prowess (so fierce!), cringed at her newly forged connection with Abby because really, how could that end well, and cheered when the sweet moments came about unexpectedly (way to go Luca for acting the gentleman!). It was a teen story with teens acting like...well, teens...with a heathy dose of magical possibility blended in. What more could you ask for?


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