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Nov 20, 2023yyyzzzaaa rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I’m reading the Practical Magic series in chronological order and so far this one is my favorite of the series! I enjoyed every page and love the Owens siblings and their relationships very dearly, I didn’t want their stories to end
Sep 24, 2023Peghearts rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Prequel to practical magic and I loved it.
Aug 13, 2023Spillie rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed this second prequel a lot. I’m reading the series in chronological order and the overarching story is slowly building layer upon layer. I find these stories inspiring from a “be who you are and don’t apologize for it”…
Jun 29, 2023Bookworm1136 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
4 - 4 1/2 stars. This is one of two prequel books in her Magic series, but counts as book #2 out of 4. This book started in the 1950"s with 3 siblings in the Owens family, Franny, Jet and Vincent in New York City. Their mother Susanna…
May 18, 2023kimjluke rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Alice Hofffman’s dreamy story that follows the lives of the Owen’s sisters who would later become the grand dames of the Victorian on Magnolia in the book/movie Practical Magic. Growing up in NY, coming of age on their summer visit to Aunt…
Apr 28, 2023mrsmeyer618 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I adored this story of "the Aunts" from Practical Magic. Hoffman is brilliant, again.
Apr 30, 2022IndyPL_CarolS rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The book was a page turner. I had a hard time putting it down. I really loved the three main characters, Franny, Jet and Vincent. This book was a good prequel to Practical Magic. I'm happy I did read and watch Practical Magic and really…
Apr 06, 2022smpowe5 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Maybe I would have enjoyed this better if I had read or seen Practical Magic. I didn't really enjoy the characters and their choices and was kind of hoping for more magic besides just making potions and random things happening to them. Had…
Feb 18, 2022mlinard rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Devoured this book. I liked it much more than “Practical Magic”. The story is compelling.
Jan 22, 2021NadiaHathor rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
A fantastic read which kept me up late glued to this delicious and engrossing story! It's been a while since I read Practical Magic; however, I think that this prequel outshines it and perhaps it's due to gaining the Aunts' perspectives…
Jan 21, 2021NMostacada rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This is the 2nd book and occurs hundreds of years after the first (when Maria Owens creates the curse against the men who love the Owens women). This occurs in the 1960s in NYC with the Owens children- Franny, Jet, and Vincent who all have…
Jan 04, 2021t_lynschm77 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I devoured this book in about 3 days. I just couldn't get enough of these magical siblings and what life delivered them. I was torn about my rating because it was very close to being a 5 star for me. I loved how the story started with the…
Aug 23, 2020samsue rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
A lovely book, true escapism. It's as magical as her Practical Magic. If you're a romantic who enjoys flights of fancy, you'll love it.
Jan 25, 2020baltg98 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is a poignant tale of family, love and magic. Hoffman's characters are brilliantly rendered and draw you into her story. Highly recommend and looking forward to reading "Practical Magic," the sequel!
Dec 05, 2019AnnabelleLee27 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A story about love, choices, heritage, and courage. A character driven story that was more than a coming of age story with lovely prose and vivid imagery. A very dreamy, quick, and enjoyable read that stays with the reader after it is…
Sep 14, 2019
The book moved me from tears to sheer laughter! So beautifully written, one of my absolute favorites of Alice Hoffman's <3
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Sep 13, 2019spookycait rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I really enjoyed this book in its entirety. It is a story of grief, love, and magic encompassed with likeable and relatable characters. This is a fun read and is highly recommended to those who enjoy a little everyday magic.
Jul 23, 2019peacebenow rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The two beautiful sisters Franny and Jet will grow up to be the revered, and sometimes feared, aunts in Practical Magic, while Vincent, their beloved brother, will leave an unexpected legacy. Thrilling and exquisite, real and fantastical,…
Jun 23, 2019fantasyqueen rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This was an exceptional story of family devotion, loss, fear and redemption, set in fairly modern times and within a family of witches. An amazing read with sturdy characters and a robust story line.
Jun 19, 2019JANMAYS rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
About a girl who had powers - not for book club
May 29, 2019TashD rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
An intense read full of very interesting characters. The book was so well written that I felt like I could totally envision Aunt Isabelle's home and garden, she made her magic come alive. Although there was a lot of heartbreak and tragedy…
Jan 30, 2019haleyleeyuhasz rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Just finished this great book! I have never read Practical Magic so I was excited to be able to start with the prequel. It took me about 50 pages until I was fully hooked. I love how sentimental these characters are and loyalty they have…
Nov 27, 2018Romeorio rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I loved this book! Magic, love, tragedy, and a delight to read.
Nov 03, 2018Linyarai rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I feel like this book had a lot of potential and was very close to being amazing, but it was slightly lacking and definitely moved too slowly.
Aug 28, 2018Rachelc24 rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I love Practical magic.. so I was really excited to read this prequel to story. It was okay. I enjoyed learning more about the characters and how the curse effected the aunts. but it was a little slow for me in some places.