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Best Hex Ever

A Novel

by Nadia El-Fassi

Length 8 hours 31 minutes

Language English

Narrators Ferne Marks & Owen Hall

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Summary
About the author

A kitchen witch with a penchant for baking and a (literally) cursed love life meets someone who’s worth breaking a hex for in this enchanting romance debut written with a heap of spice and an equal measure of heart.

“A spicy, spellbinding debut that is as swoony as it is sweet, this book is a cottagecore rom-com of magical proportions.”—Lana Ferguson, author of The Nanny

“Pure magic.”—Jenna Levine, author of My Roommate Is a Vampire

“A cozy delight!”—Lyla Sage, author of Done and Dusted

As a skilled kitchen witch, Dina Whitlock knows her way around a pastry recipe. In fact, she runs her very own London café, serving magic-infused treats to her loyal customers. She is not as much of an expert on romance, thanks to the hex hanging over her head. It’s hard to fall in love when your partner is cursed with a string of bad luck. But who needs love when your best friend is getting married, right?

Scott Mason has returned from global travels thrilled to embark on his new role as a curator at the British Museum. Having left London two years ago to recover from a devastating breakup, Scott has missed out on a lot. With his best friend’s wedding approaching, and Scott as best man, this is his chance to make up for lost time. Little does he expect to be enchanted by the magical maid of honor.

During a romantic weekend filled with a peculiar hedge maze, palm readings by candlelight, and a midnight Halloween ritual, there’s no denying the chemistry between them. But the hex still holds, and Dina knows that Scott is in danger of more than just bad luck—because she’s falling, hard. Will Dina be able to undo the hex before it’s too late?

Fiction Romance LGBTQIA+ Fiction

Nadia El-Fassi is a half-Moroccan, half-Australian author of spicy romance and fantasy. She has an addiction to iced coffee, period dramas, buying D&D dice and watching horror movies. They live in London with their husband and perfectly round cat. Best Hex Ever is her debut novel.

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Audiobook details

Author:
Nadia El-Fassi

Narrators:
Ferne Marks & Owen Hall

ISBN:
9780593916230

Length:
8 hours 31 minutes

Language:
English

Publisher:
Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group

Publication date:
October 1, 2024

Edition:
Unabridged

Libro.fm rank:
#18,772 Overall

Genre rank:
#752 in LGBTQIA+ Fiction

Reviews

“Best Hex Ever is as comforting as a mug of hot chocolate on a cold autumn night, and just as sweet. Pure magic.”—Jenna Levine, bestselling author of My Roommate Is a Vampire

“A spicy, spellbinding debut that is as swoony as it is sweet, this book is a cottagecore rom-com of magical proportions.”—Lana Ferguson, author of The Nanny

“With its big heart and message of self-acceptance, this book is like curling up under a quilt on a chilly day, and I’m excited to see what El-Fassi writes next.”—Olivia Dade, USA Today bestselling author of At First Spite

“A cozy delight!”—Lyla Sage, author of Done and Dusted

“A delightful cozy time from start to finish.”—Kimberly Lemming, USA Today bestselling author of That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon

“Best Hex Ever is pure atmospheric fun. Add in a kitchen witch who has an actual hex on her love life and the museum curator she can’t help but fall for and you have the perfect recipe for an unputdownable fall read.”—People

“Best Hex Ever is simultaneously lovely and extremely steamy, like some kind of extra delicious hot chocolate.”—The Nerd Daily

“What’s more perfect for fall than a witchy romance? A witchy romance that pairs sweetness and spice. Nadia El-Fassi’s debut is the perfect blend of both.”—Paste

“Readers will be charmed.”—Publishers Weekly

“Like a perfect cup of tea or a joke told by a friend, this book is an absolute treat.”—Sarah Rees Brennan, author of Long Live Evil

“Sweet and steamy in equal measure, Best Hex Ever is a delightfully cozy romance with all the right ingredients. Absolutely enchanting.”—Maiga Doocy, author of Sorcery and Small Magics

“A delightfully magical story with a welcome helping of spice. An emphasis on female friendship and Dina’s connections with her family adds a heartwarming throughline, but the real star of the story is the steam between Dina and Scott. A soft, spicy romance with perfect fall vibes.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“The most perfect mix of spicy and sweet. You can’t miss this one!”—Nisha J. Tuli, bestselling author of Trial of the Sun Queen

“Truly delicious! A perfect treat of a book, filled with loveable friends and family, sweet magic, and an ever-after so happy it made me want to escape to Little Hathering immediately!”—Hazel Beck, author of Small Town, Big Magic

“El-Fassi’s first novel holds strong portent for future successes. Proving that self-acceptance is its own magic, El-Fassi’s assured debut showcases strong attention to detail, characterization, and dialogue. Put it on a Halloween display.”—Library Journal Expand reviews