47 pages • 1 hour read
Breanne RandallA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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.
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.
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.
Romance
Fantasy
Magical Realism
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Emotions/Behavior: Grief
Holidays & Occasions
Religion / Spirituality