Book Review: Impractical Magic

Impractical Magic by Emily Grimoire | GoodreadsBook Title: Impractical Magic
Author: Emily Grimoire
Genre: Paranormal Romance / Cozy Fantasy
Spice Level: 🌶️ (One out of five—just a hint of warmth, like your favorite pumpkin spice latte.)


My Feelings About This Book:

  • ☑ WILL READ AGAIN

  • ☐ MY NEW FAVORITE BOOK

  • ☑ MUST READ FOR EVERYONE WHO LOVES COZY WITCHY TALES

  • ☑ VERY FUNNY AND CHARMING

  • ☐ REGRET READING (Not in this lifetime.)

  • ☑ EXTREMELY ADDICTIVE


Long Story Short:
When Scarlett Melrose returns to her enchanting hometown of Oak Haven after a decade-long absence, she discovers that the town's magic is malfunctioning—spells are misfiring, potions are fizzling, and the local witches are in a tizzy. Tasked with restoring order, Scarlett must navigate familial tensions, rekindle old flames with the ever-handy (and handsome) Nate, and confront the very reasons she left in the first place. Think Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls, but with more spellbooks and fewer coffee cups. 


Best Moments:

  • Scarlett's spell gone awry that turned the town's pumpkins into squawking geese. Honk if you love chaos!

  • The heartwarming reunion with her sisters, filled with bickering that only siblings can master.

  • Nate's unwavering patience and charm, proving that not all heroes wear capes—some wield hammers and fix squeaky floorboards.


Worst Moments:

  • Realizing that magical mishaps in Oak Haven are alarmingly frequent. Maybe they should consider hiring a magical consultant?

  • The townspeople's uncanny ability to meddle in everyone's business. Privacy spells, anyone?

  • The abrupt ending that left me flipping pages, hoping for just a little more magic.


Favorite Quotes:

  • “In Oak Haven, even the squirrels had a knack for mischief.”

  • “Magic is like pie—best shared with those you love, but dangerous if handled improperly.”

  • “Coming home doesn’t mean retracing old steps; it means forging new paths with familiar faces.”


Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4 out of 5 stars)

Final Thoughts:

Impractical Magic is a delightful romp through a town where magic and mayhem go hand in hand. Emily Grimoire crafts a cozy narrative that wraps around you like a well-worn quilt on a chilly autumn evening. While some plot points may feel as familiar as your grandmother's incantations, the charm and wit infused in the storytelling make it a worthwhile read. If you're yearning for a tale that combines the whimsy of witchcraft with the complexities of coming home, this book will cast a spell on you. 

Comments