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The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

A Novel

Author Breanne Randall
Best Seller
Paperback
$18.99 US
| $24.99 CAN
Crooked Lane Books | Alcove Press
On sale Sep 19, 2023 | 336 Pages | 9781639105731
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Instant New York Times Bestseller

USA Today Bestseller

Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls in this touching and cozy witchy romance debut thatexplores the shields we build around our hearts to retain our own magic.

This warm and whimsical paranormal romance book for readers of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches includes delicious recipes to try in your own kitchen!

Sadie Revelare has always believed that the curse of four heartbreaks that accompanies her magicwould be worth the price. But when her grandmother is diagnosed with cancer with only weeks tolive, and her first heartbreak, Jake McNealy, returns to town after a decade, her carefully structuredlife begins to unravel.

With the news of their grandmother's impending death, Sadie's estranged twin brother Seth returnsto town, bringing with him deeply buried family secrets that threaten to tear Sadie's world apart.

Their grandmother has been the backbone of the family for generations, and with her death, Sadieisn't sure she'll have the strength to keep the family, and her magic, together.

As feelings for Jake begin to rekindle, and her grandmother growing sicker by the day, Sadie facesthe last of her heartbreaks, and she has to decide: is love more important than magic? Thistouching and cozy small town fantasy romance for fans of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake isthe perfect heartwarming read to curl up with on a chilly fall night.
Praise for The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic:

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
USA TODAY BESTSELLER

“Debut author Randall explores the courage it takes to deal with grief and dare to love.”
—Publishers Weekly

“Equal shares of romance, magical mystery, and delicious descriptions.”
—Booklist

“Deftly blending contemporary romance with urban fantasy . . . a fun and memorable read from first page to last.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Fans of magic, family, lost loves and intrigue will enjoy this novel.”
—Red Carpet Crash

“An enchanting tale of love and loss, heartbreak and hope that bewitched me from get-go! Breanne Randall combines exquisite prose and vivid worldbuilding to create an utterly charming novel filled with magic, mystery, and mouthwatering recipes. If you’re in need of a bit of magic and a heaping dose of hope, look no further than The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic. Fans of Alice Hoffman and Sarah Addison Allen will flock to this enchanting novel. Breanne Randall’s magical debut is sure to cast a spell on its fortunate readers.”
—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany

“Heartbreaking and enchanting in turn: readers will want to climb into this book and never leave!”
—Hazel Beck, author of Big Little Spells and Small Town, Big Magic
Breanne Randall lives in the sleepy foothills of Northern California with her husband, two daughters, and a slew of farm animals. When she’s not writing, you can find her wandering the property searching for fairy portals or serving elaborate stuffed animal tea parties.
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Instant New York Times Bestseller

USA Today Bestseller

Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls in this touching and cozy witchy romance debut thatexplores the shields we build around our hearts to retain our own magic.

This warm and whimsical paranormal romance book for readers of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches includes delicious recipes to try in your own kitchen!

Sadie Revelare has always believed that the curse of four heartbreaks that accompanies her magicwould be worth the price. But when her grandmother is diagnosed with cancer with only weeks tolive, and her first heartbreak, Jake McNealy, returns to town after a decade, her carefully structuredlife begins to unravel.

With the news of their grandmother's impending death, Sadie's estranged twin brother Seth returnsto town, bringing with him deeply buried family secrets that threaten to tear Sadie's world apart.

Their grandmother has been the backbone of the family for generations, and with her death, Sadieisn't sure she'll have the strength to keep the family, and her magic, together.

As feelings for Jake begin to rekindle, and her grandmother growing sicker by the day, Sadie facesthe last of her heartbreaks, and she has to decide: is love more important than magic? Thistouching and cozy small town fantasy romance for fans of The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake isthe perfect heartwarming read to curl up with on a chilly fall night.

Reviews

Praise for The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic:

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER
USA TODAY BESTSELLER

“Debut author Randall explores the courage it takes to deal with grief and dare to love.”
—Publishers Weekly

“Equal shares of romance, magical mystery, and delicious descriptions.”
—Booklist

“Deftly blending contemporary romance with urban fantasy . . . a fun and memorable read from first page to last.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Fans of magic, family, lost loves and intrigue will enjoy this novel.”
—Red Carpet Crash

“An enchanting tale of love and loss, heartbreak and hope that bewitched me from get-go! Breanne Randall combines exquisite prose and vivid worldbuilding to create an utterly charming novel filled with magic, mystery, and mouthwatering recipes. If you’re in need of a bit of magic and a heaping dose of hope, look no further than The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic. Fans of Alice Hoffman and Sarah Addison Allen will flock to this enchanting novel. Breanne Randall’s magical debut is sure to cast a spell on its fortunate readers.”
—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany

“Heartbreaking and enchanting in turn: readers will want to climb into this book and never leave!”
—Hazel Beck, author of Big Little Spells and Small Town, Big Magic

Author

Breanne Randall lives in the sleepy foothills of Northern California with her husband, two daughters, and a slew of farm animals. When she’s not writing, you can find her wandering the property searching for fairy portals or serving elaborate stuffed animal tea parties.
Breanne Randall View titles by Breanne Randall

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