47 pages 1 hour read

Breanne Randall

The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In the fictional town of Poppy Meadows, Sadie Revelare, who has the power to imbue food with magic, runs a café with her grandmother, Gigi. As Gigi battles terminal illness, Sadie faces her own curse of inevitable heartbreaks while trying to save her grandmother and navigate the return of her first love, Jake. Their family seeks ways to satisfy a “life debt” linked to Gigi’s life and past decisions. The novel touches on themes of heartbreak, familial grief, and second chances.

Reviews & Readership

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The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall blends romance and magic in a compelling narrative. Readers praise its engaging characters and emotional depth. Criticisms point to occasional pacing issues and predictability in the plot. Overall, it's a heartfelt story that offers a satisfying escape for fans of magical realism.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic?

Readers who enjoyed The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling or Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman will relish The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic. Fans of whimsical romance with a dash of sorcery and strong, relatable characters are perfect for this enchanting tale.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Romance

Fantasy

Magical Realism

Themes

Relationships: Family

Emotions/Behavior: Love

Emotions/Behavior: Grief

Topics

Holidays & Occasions

Religion / Spirituality