The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski
The Spellbound Sisters #1
Rating: 3.5/5
Spice: 0/5
Plot: 4/5
Primary Genre: Cozy Witchy Fantasy
Blurb:
A cozy and uplifting debut novel about three clairvoyant sisters who face an unexpected twist of Fate at the bottom of their own delicate porcelain cups.
Ever since the untimely death of their parents, Anne, Beatrix, and Violet Quigley have made a business of threading together the stories that rest in the swirls of ginger, cloves, and cardamom at the bottom of their customers’ cups. Their days at the teashop are filled with talk of butterflies and good fortune intertwined with the sound of cinnamon shortbread being snapped by laced fingers.
That is, until the Council of Witches comes calling with news that the city Diviner has lost her powers, and the sisters suddenly find themselves being pulled in different directions. As Anne’s magic begins to develop beyond that of her sisters’, Beatrix’s writing attracts the attention of a publisher, and Violet is enchanted by the song of the circus—and perhaps a mischievous trapeze artist threatening to sweep her off her feet. It seems a family curse that threatens to separate the sisters is taking effect.
With dwindling time to rewrite their future and help three other witches challenge their own destinies, the Quigleys set out to bargain with Fate. But in focusing so closely on saving each other, will they lose sight of themselves?
My Thoughts:
This story is really cute, it takes place in old time Chicago. I’m guessing around the early 1900s. The 3 Quigley sisters kind of give off Charmed vibes because they aren’t perfect and don’t always get along easily. The magic elements have a practical magic vibe, it’s very cozy. The girls read tea leaves/fortunes out of their tea shop. Once they’re challenged by the Council of Witches, the relationship of the sisters seems to start coming unwound and tensions rise as they try to figure out their curse and complete the tasks of the council. This book is a very entertaining read that keeps you guessing. There’s also a sentient house which is my fave as you may know if you’ve read my other reviews. Definitely recommend picking this up if you’re in the mood for a cozy fantasy type of read.
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