3.7 (572 ratings)

Best Hex Ever: A Novel

Name: Best Hex Ever: A Novel
Rating: 3.7 (572 reviews)
Author: Nadia El-Fassi
ISBN: 0593871790

by Nadia El-Fassi

witches

About this book

Dina Whitlock is a kitchen witch who pours her magic into the perfect pastry, but her personal life is far less sweet. Thanks to a persistent hex that brings bad luck to anyone she dates, Dina has long since traded romance for the comfort of her London café. She is perfectly content to focus on her best friend’s upcoming wedding, until a blast from the past threatens to disrupt her carefully curated solitude.

Enter Scott Mason, a charming museum curator who has finally returned to London after two years away. As the best man to Dina’s maid of honor, Scott is forced into proximity with the one woman he never quite moved on from. Their chemistry is immediate, but as they navigate a weekend of spooky rituals and candlelit palm readings, the lingering threat of Dina’s curse makes every stolen moment feel like a high-stakes gamble.

This enchanting debut is a masterclass in the slow-burn romance, blending cozy cottagecore vibes with a dash of delicious spice. If you are looking for a paranormal read that balances whimsical magic with genuine heart, this is your next obsession. It is a spellbinding, second-chance love story that proves some connections are worth breaking any hex for.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: 0593871790

Reader Reviews

Witchy mild spice novel

December 30, 2025

This is a quick and mildly spicy kind of read - wholesome, comforting, with just a bit of spice. I absolutely flew through this novel. It was a lighthearted witchy read that felt so *natural*. There was just enough magic to suspend my belief and roll with the insta love vibe, wholeheartedly letting the joy witnessed in this book fuel my own. I loved this, and if you’re looking for a Practical Magic sort of read with both actual and found family connections, this is the novel for you. )

Cute spooky season read!

October 16, 2024

I wanna give a massive thank you to author Lana Harper for putting this book on my radar. Lana Harper is one of my favorite authors and when I saw her recommending this book on Instagram I knew I had to add it to my TBR. Now back to our regularly scheduled review portion! Like I mentioned as soon as I heard about Best Hex Ever I was ecstatic. I’m always down to read a witchy romcom. Best Hex Ever is a cozy fall fantasy romance that’s easy and charming to read. Now even though I loved certain...

What a perfect way to kick off spooky season!

October 1, 2024

This book was the perfect way to kick off spooky season! It was super cozy, sweet, and delightfully spicier than I was expecting! Right off the bat, I knew I was going to love Dina. Any witch who can make a magic butter mixture to temper the temperamentalness of croissants is a winner in my book. I loved her spirit and the way she interacted with her world. I loved her strength and confidence, but also that she still had things to learn and overcome. It made her feel so real in a world full of...

Cozy, magical, love story with top spice

October 22, 2025

This was the perfect October read! This book was super cozy with magic and a budding romance. I loved how well balanced this story was because not only do we get to see Dina and Scott fall in love but we also get to see Dina’s growth throughout. Read if you’re a fan of cozy, romantic, witch stories with top Fall, spicey vibes and lovely friends. )

Cozy, Witch Romance with some Spice

October 7, 2024

When I started reading this, it felt like the perfect, cozy Romance. Set in October, around Halloween, it's full of witchy vibes and fully encapsulates all the things you love about this season. The book also has a charming cover that will immediately grab your attention. Dina Whitlock is a Moroccan witch who owns her own London cafe. Everything she makes is infused with just a little bit of magic and memories. Years ago Dina was hexed, meaning anyone who falls in love with her will get hurt....