#payback’s a witch

[bigdreamsandwildthings]

Spooky season is heeeeeere 👻🤍🎃🖤☠️

#booklr #book photography #book picture #payback’s a witch #the very secret society of irregular witches #the dead romantics #the ex hex #bookworm #bibliophile #na fiction #new adult #book community #book aesthetic #book lover #book nerd #my photos #mine

[kainebell]

idk if anyone else knows this but the lead writer for Nightbound also wrote Payback’s a Witch 🌗✨🔮 10/10 recommend this one if you like sapphic witchy rom coms. The plot is kinda “John Tucker Must Die” meets the Triwizard Tournament (sorry I hate referencing THAT series but you can tell it was kind of an inspiration) and the main character and the love interest are sooo good together. I won’t pretend it’s high literature by any means but I had fun with it and I think queer Nightbound fans will probably enjoy it 💁‍♀️

#playchoices #nightbound #payback’s a witch #just realized this when I was looking at the staff at pixelberry page on the wiki yesterday lol #I didn’t love the sequels but this one was 😘🤌 #I’ve also read quite a few witchy rom coms and trust me when I say this is one of the better ones lol

[andreai04]

“Because that's what it means to be a Harlow, my Emmy. Thistle Grove is where we become who we are. Which means that no matter where you turn, where you visit or escape to, this will always be the place that calls you back."

#reading #books read in 2023 #bookblr #books #book photography #book blog #bibliophile #books reading #books and reading #payback’s a witch #lana harper #thistle grove #witches #the witches of thistle grove #urban fantasy #tournament #terrible #i mean come on #jagbag #what the hell is that #commingling is now a word i hate with a passion #so disappointed #i thought i would enjoy this #ended up hating this #i regret reading this #absolutely would not recommend #under any circumstances #review #two out of five stars #november reads

[sapphic-book-tournament]

#sapphic book tournament #sapphic books #lesbian #bisexaul #pansexual #these witches don't burn #this coven won’t break #payback’s a witch #the witches of thistle grove

[queer-books-bracket]

#gideon the 9th #the locked tomb #tamsyn muir #payback’s a witch #lana harper #books #lgbt books #polls

[foxfren]

Books I’ve Read in January

This month’s reading was very…chaotic

The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt || 3.5/5

‘When you feel homesick,’ he said, ‘just look up. Because the moon is the same wherever you go.’

A tad long, but interesting nonetheless; we get the opportunity to truly understand, or at least view, all of what makes up Theo, the main character. The novel tells us the differences in valuing art, the battle of authenticity and fabrication, and the significance and immortality surrounding art. I’d consider the ending open ended, which I find fitting for the story. A frustratingly good and introspective read.

Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens || 1/5

I wasn’t aware that words could hold so much. I didn’t know a sentence could be so full.

I honestly didn’t like this book, and wouldn’t read it again. It’s listed as a drama, mystery, & thriller book, but it read more as a fictitious biography. Much of the dialogue was confusing and hard to read due to the way it was written. The characters weren’t very complex, and there’s a lot of inconsistencies throughout the book. One star for Kya being a girlboss in the end ig (& I sometimes liked how the marsh was described, but oftentimes seemed overly descriptive & unnecessary).

Icebreaker by A. L. Graziadei || 3.5/5

And that matters far more than the name called first.

This book was touching and heartfelt, and I really like the premise of this book. Unfortunately, the ending felt rushed, and the relationship between Mickey and Jaysen felt underdeveloped. However, I really liked the portrayal of mental illness as Mickey navigated the expectations everybody set on him, and how he learned to lean on others for support.

M Is For Monster by Talia Dutton || 5/5

I look…nothing like you. It’s all so messy. Like I could just fall apart.

A graphic novel about grief, love, identity, and what it means to be human. I would definitely recommend this to anyone, especially those who liked the Frankenstein novel. M’s conflict between wanting to be loved yet fearing rejection (and dissection) was beautifully portrayed, and so touching. I simply cannot get enough of this story!

Payback’s A Witch by Lana Harper || 2/5

This town is in your blood, in a way you might not even understand just gets.

The world building was interesting but the premise didn’t live up to my expectations; the antagonist felt silly (not in a good way), and I was left in confusion about the characters’ actions a lot of the time. The pacing was slow, the chemistry between the main couple was lacking, and the ending just felt off. Yes there were good scenes, but it was overshadowed by the amount of filler. Overall, it was cliche and predictable.

Ship It by Britta Lundin || 0/5

‘Til the dirt hits my chest.

I am on my last straw 😭 The protagonist is insufferable and disrespectful of others’ boundaries, none of the characters are held accountable for their numerous actions, the dialogue is cringey, and the relationship between Claire and Tess is literally so toxic yet is portrayed to be cute. I didn’t like anything about this book.

#book list #monthly book review #fennec speaks #the goldfinch #where the crawdads sing #icebreaker #m is for monster #payback’s a witch #ship it

[vgriffindor]

October reading. 🍂🍎📚

#october reads #carmilla #someone in time #the inheritance of orquidea divina #payback’s a witch #a rip through time #nettle & bone #the once and future witches

[state-ofgrace]

Another fall read

#state-ofgrace #bookblr #reading #books #fall reading #fall #spooky books #autumn reads #autumn #payback’s a witch #lana harper

[ceaselesslyborne]

20/08/22

Finally joined the local library today, which I’ve been meaning to do forever! I’m not quite sure what I’m in the mood to read at the moment, so honestly choose a few near enough at random. Some have been on my TBR for a while, others I recognise from social media, and one I’d never heard of! Of course there was the compulsory classic choice, too. I’ve already finished Pizza Girl which was an interesting read - I’m going to have to get my own copy one day.

- CJ

#bookblr #tbr #the turnout #doctor zhivago #pizza girl #sunset #payback’s a witch #20/08/22 #Megan Abbott #boris pasternak #jean kyoung Frazier #Jessie cave #Lana harper #cj goes to the library

[dreaming-for-an-escape]

So I ordered three spooky books. One in particular I’m really excited for. I’ll give my reviews after I finish reading them. The books are:

Clown In A Cornfield: Frendo Lives

Taste Like Candy

Payback’s A Witch

#clown in a cornfield frendo lives #taste like candy #payback’s a witch #spooky season #spooky books

[leostarred]

hexxing / cursing / jinxing / banishing ingredients.

(anything can be used with the right intent, these are just my favorites, and what i use them with the intent of .) ☆

dead crickets (crickets are often loud in life and disturb sleep, dead crickets to send auditory hallucinations.)

gone bad lavender (bad dreams, nightmares, issues falling/staying asleep.)

dragons blood incense/smoke (chaos, destruction, sometimes physical illness.)

cigarette butts (i like to imagine the smoke getting stuck in their lungs, physical illness.)

dead wasps/wasp nest (getting someone where it hurts, unexpected loss and or pain.)

rotten chili pepper (regular chili pepper works too, but i find that rotten gives the victim an extra "kick" )

vinegar/a sour wine (sending their sour/bitter energy back at them.)

mistletoe (loneliness, BUTTTT can be used for one hell of a forced love spell on someone you hate- make someone they hate OBSESSED with them.)

broken glass (breaking them down, causing pain.)

animal bones (extreme illness, physical harm.)

cemetery dirt (bonus points if its from a graveyard an ancestor is buried in.. ancestors can be SO helpful.)

blood (obviously be careful, blood magick is definitely not beginner friendly, but this can send the jinx/curse/hex, whatever after their bloodline.)

razor blades (pain, difficulty.)

broken egg shells (break them down yourself, put all your aggression into it, imagine you're destroying their trust, i use this for paranoia.)

a picture of your victim, a piece of paper with their name/birthday (bonus points for hometown.)

thorns (trouble in romance, arguing.)

tiger lily (sickness, confusion, lethargy.)

*gentle reminder,

a JINX is an inconvenience.

a HEX is bad luck/illnesss.

a CURSE is direct harm.

blessed be! ★

#witchcraft #witchblr #witches #witch community #paganism #hexxing #cursed #curse #spellwork #spellcasting #spellcraft #spells #don't be dumb protect urself #GET UR PAYBACK!!

[bigdreamsandwildthings]

Witchy reads for some cozy late October vibes ✨☠️

#booklr #book photography #book picture #the ex hex #the very secret society of irregular witches #enchanted to meet you #payback’s a witch #the unfortunate side effects of heartbreak and magic #bookworm #bibliophile #na fiction #witchy #book community #book aesthetic #book lover #book nerd #my photos #mine

[discocandles]

so do y'all remember the post(maybe its a tweet idk) that's like "a hot goth who lives in the woods and when they answer the door, they sigh and say "no, i'm not the witch, he lives over there." and points to a dazzling pretty boy in a golden waistcoat waving excitedly at them. this happens 253 times a month."?

what if I said platonic stobin in a fantasy au?

Like when they go shopping in the market, some of the vendors are like "there's the local witch who lives in the woods, a very helpful soul." and passerby always assume it's the woman wrapped up in a dark shawl and flowing dress. but no, it's the himbo with the gorgeous hair dressed in a sparkly tunic.

and another part of the post was like "a fair maiden knocks on the goth lady's door and says she's here to find love. the goth sighs and points across the road like 'the witch is over there, but he doesn't do love potions. he could give you one for beauty, but it typically just makes you more confident.' to which the maiden sheepishly explains that she talked to the witch, and he sent her over here. to which the goth lady looks across the street and the witch is grinning and gives her a thumbs-up."

like do you see what I'm putting down here? Ronance? Buckingham mayhaps? Steve would definitely do this!

Or if they were to just move in together to solve the issue going to the wrong house issue? perfect, Steve and Robin are basically roommates anyway, you just add in some witchy shenanigans. Like them chatting/bickering while Steve is brewing potions? fantastic, unless it gets more rowdy and Steve adds a bit too much of one ingredient and almost explodes. or gardening together? immaculate.

anyway, fantasy au Steve and Robin owns my brain now

#robin buckley #steve harrington #platonic stobin #joyce is absolutely the market vendor who points out steve and robin to passerby. she's just so proud #fantasy au #stranger things #ronance #buckingham #goth robin buckley my beloved #witch steve harrington #if robin were to do a little payback and set steve up with eddie if he came by? it would be a bit of a disaster but we expected that #love potions are gross pass it on #st

[thereadingchallengechallenge]

JOMP BPC - October 18th - Witches

can't wait to try The Witches of Thistle Grove series the next time I'm in a paranormal mood 💜

#the witches of thistle grove #lana harper #payback's a witch #from bad to cursed #back in a spell #in charm's way #justonemorepage #jompbpc #booklr #bookblr #trcc original #portraits

[foldingfittedsheets]

I can’t remember who recommended Seanan Macguire most recently (I can’t find my post asking for recommendations cause the search system says it doesn’t exist). But anyway I got into the Wayward Children series. I had to wait a super long time for the first book on library hold but the next two were just ready to check out.

Tragically, after devouring those and getting really into it the next two books have a couple week wait times and I’ve got nothing on my docket. Just 2 week to three month holds stretching out before me.

#ramblies #I also just loved Paybacks a Witch #I am strongly considering buying that one cause it was extremely nice fluff with solid storytelling beats #the second book in that series is a ten week hold so I know it’ll be good but gooood that’s so long #reading

[wizardsvslesbians]

This is the first of three books we’re covering which are very political (on purpose or not) and very funny (on purpose or not.)  Our consensus on this one is that it doesn’t mean to be political and does mean to be funny, but all the best jokes in it are completely unintentional.  Maybe we’re wrong!

Anyway this made Alexis entirely re-evaluate chick lit as a genre, so check it out.

#wizards vs lesbians #payback's a witch