The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

Name: The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781035904884
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TikTok made me buy it! A magical, spellbinding romance for autumn 2025

By Breanne Randall

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Summary

The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall is woven around a magical bakery owner navigating the complexities of life and love. As she grapples with heartache, she discovers hidden magical talents within herself, intertwining romance and enchantment. The story beautifully blends charm and emotional depth, offering readers a unique twist on romantic narratives filled with whimsy and magic.
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The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you love a blend of romance and magical realism, where heartbreak is intertwined with enchanting spells and family secrets. It offers a captivating journey of emotional healing and self-discovery, making it perfect for readers who appreciate stories of love, magic, and personal growth.

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The New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

For fans of Practical Magic and Gilmore Girls, this charming debut novel and TikTok sensation is packed full of romance, charm, and plenty of magic...

Revelare witches are cursed. As long as they use their magic, they are doomed to four heartbreaks.

So far, Sadie Revelare has experienced three – the devastating departure of her mother and the loss of her brother. And the most painful heartbreak of all: Jake McNealy, her first love. Ever since, Sadie has done everything she can to protect herself from more pain.

But now Sadie's beloved grandmother is sick. And without her, Sadie isn't sure she will have the strength to keep her family and her magic together.

As Sadie’s carefully structured life begins to unravel, Jake returns to town after a decade away. And in the face of a final heartbreak that could tear Sadie apart, she must decide once and for all: is love more important than magic?

The perfect read for anyone looking for a cosy and warm, witchy novel to curl up with this autumn.

Perfect for fans of:

Witchy romance
Small-town settings
Second chance love stories

Readers LOVE Breanne Randall:

Wow wow wow. A story of the heart!!! A literal dream. I love each and every word. I could see it all play out in my brain like a film. - Amazon reviewer, 5*

This book will rip your heart out, stamp on it, set it on fire, and put it back together again. - Amazon reviewer, 5*

I definitely escaped into the pages of this magical read. - Amazon reviewer, 5*

I was really drawn to the Practical Magic vibes this book gave off. I love all things full of love and witches. - Amazon reviewer, 5*

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic has been praised for its exploration of the courage required to confront grief and the bravery it takes to open oneself up to love again. Reviewers describe it as an enchanting story that intertwines themes of love, loss, heartbreak, and hope.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781035904884

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Aria

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 320

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Breanne Randall Comfort Reads Fiction General Fiction Romance

About the Author

Breanne Randall is a freelance writer by trade and an author by vocation. She graduated with honors with degrees in English Literature, Psychology, and Religious Studies, and her articles have been published in national magazines such as Parents, Fit Pregnancy, Good Housekeeping, Family Circle et al. as well as regular contributions to sites such as Disney Family, SheKnows, Bustle, et al. A seasoned traveler, she imbues her stories with the magic and culture collected from the over forty countries she’s visited.

Breanne 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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