If your entire history with your best friend gets magically erased for everyone but you, and you "meet them" for "the first time" today, would you still end up as best friends? Now what if your best friend is really hot and you're newly single? That's basically the premise of this book and I *LOVED IT*. This book has so much going for it:
- A plot that addresses the "what if I made different life choices years ago" question that everyone has at times, but in a surprisingly thoughtful way
- Strong secondary characters (lately this seems so rare in contemporary romances unless the author is purposely setting up the other characters to star in their own books as part of a series)
- Steamy romance (need I say more?)
- Donuts (seriously, this book really made me want to go eat some donuts)

I received this book as an ARC (pub date is December 5th 2023) from netgalley, but this didn't impact my review (no seriously, this is the first ARC I have given 4 stars)

One minor thing that bothered me:
If a guy has an old beater car and old stuff in his apartment, how are you not picking up that maybe he's not as financially well off as you first assumed? Come on now, this isn't rocket science.2023-read arc favorite-2023 ...more176 s7 comments Nilufer Ozmekik2,554 52k

Can you imagine reading a book that combines the essence of "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind," "Sliding Doors," and "50 First Dates"? Picture waking up in an alternate universe where your best friend, the person you shared an intimate moment with last night, has no recollection of your existence. This book poses a fundamental question: if given the chance to start anew, would you follow the same life path, or would you choose a different road, being more cautious to avoid repeating past mistakes, even if it means potentially losing your loved one forever?

Amidst all these philosophical inquiries, you might wonder if I've been indulging in day drinking. Well, the truth is, I'm simply experiencing a book hangover after delving into this thought-provoking, intelligent, and delightfully steamy fantasy romance.

Here are the highlights of this captivating read:

-Perfectly crafted characters: Gemma and Dax are relatable and endearing, making it easy to root for their relationship.

-The sweet friends-to-lovers and alternative universe themes add depth and intrigue.

-The supporting characters, particularly the ultra-sarcastic and quirky Aunt Lily and Gemma's sister Kiersten, are so lovable that you'll want to connect with them on social media.

-The chemistry between the main characters is palpable, igniting sparks that will set off your own personal fire sprinkler system.

-The conclusion of the book ties everything together with skillful writing, leaving you with a satisfied smile as you cross the finish line of this literary marathon.

-The plot idea itself is interesting and unique, immediately drawing you into the story and holding your attention until the very end.

  In summary, when Gemma Wilde experiences a devastating heartbreak after her four-year relationship comes to an end, all she wants is to forget her ex completely. What if there's a spell that could erase all memories of him from her mind? With the help of her Aunt Lily and sister Kiersten, they concoct a spell, sealed with a kiss from Gemma's best friend, Dax. However, when Gemma wakes up the next morning, she realizes that the spell worked too well—she not only lost the memories of her ex but Dax has also forgotten who she is. How can she navigate this new alternate universe and make Dax remember their friendship, and perhaps even become something more?

I wholeheartedly recommend this cleverly crafted and emotionally charged romance. It's a must-read!

A heartfelt thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group/Dial Press Trade Paperback for providing me with a digital review copy in exchange for my honest opinions.

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This Spells Love is a lovely, charming debut novel. It’s a true rom so you will find yourself grinning and laughing ??

Brief Summary: Gemma is distraught after her breakup and is having a diffficult time coping. While having a margarita night with her eccentric aunt, sister and best friend Dax the aunt decides to do a “love cleanse” spell so she can forget about her ex. However the spell goes completely wrong and now she is in anther reality where Dax is no longer her best friend. In order to fix the spell and go back she must get Dax to kiss her once best friend to kiss her but she starts to fall for him in the process

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