I was given a copy of Hex and Hexability by Kate Johnson to review through NetGalley.
I love Jane Austen, but her writing can sometimes be too wordy for my goldfish brain. This book, however, is Austen-esque with a touch of magic. To be honest, it took me three or four pages to get into it, but once I did… magic. (Ha!)
Hex and Hexability follows Lady Theophania, or Lady Tiffany as she prefers, as she navigates her life in 1815 London. Her sister-in-law, Elinor, has made it her top priority to get Tiffany married. Tiffany, on the other hand, wants nothing to do with marriage, especially after seeing how miserable her brother and Elinor are.
An unexpected twist no one was prepared for, Tiffany discovers she has the unique ability to bring art to life. After accidentally animating a drawing at a ball, a mysterious great-aunt appears and helps Tiffany understand her newfound power. Enter Santiago, a man who may or may not be a pirate, who witnesses the magical events at the ball and becomes intrigued by Tiffany. Despite their frequent clashes, they find themselves working together to understand a crazy series of events happening in the area and also to help Santiago blend in with other gentlemen in her society.
The story was sweet with a hint of spice. The tension was palpable, with many assumptions leading to craziness that had me yelling at the characters. And not just him, they both had dumb moments. You get a glimpse of both of their backstories that will make you very sad and a little mad. Honestly, you get all the feels with this book. I will definitely be reading more from Kate Johnson.
Hex and Hexability will be available to purchase on September 12, 2024.