Enchantra Paperback – April 8, 2025

It says something when you have an Early copy of the book but still go and purchase the finished version to have on your shelf. This was one of my highly anticipated books for 2025 and it did not disappoint!!Many times when I’ve read a fantastic book the second one goes through different levels of a sophomore slump, especially when the series is to continue on. Not only did that not happen this book surpassed Phantasma!One problem I had with Phantasma, which was one of my favorite books of 2024, and prevented me from giving it 5 stars was that it had too much spice in it. Now I didn’t mind spice but the plot and writing was so good it didn’t need as much as it had as it took away from the story.Thankfully, in Enchantra that did NOT happen. It was very well balanced where the spice supported and uplifted the plot appropriately. I loved the relationship between Rowin and d Genevieve and how it built throughout the book. The games were even more engaging than what she and her sister had to endure in Phantasma.I am so incredible thankful to have gotten a complimentary audio ALC from Second Sky, and particularly Noelle H through NetGalley to read which gave me the opportunity to voluntarily leave a review.At first I wasn’t sure about the Narrator, Laura Horowitz but I couldn’t put my finger on why when I first started listening. I had been so excited to start it that when o got access at 5:15am I started it immediately. I made it to 20% and exhaustion won out so I went back to bed.I decided to start it from the beginning again when I was able to sit down and listen again. I am so glad so did because Horowitz did a fabulous job! It was such a great example of how your experience listening to a book can be completely transformed depending on your mood and tiredness or lack there of.Horowitz did a great job with all the different voices and I appreciate that she didn’t choose a high pitch for Genevieve despite her being a young woman. She also spoke a a fairly natural pace, a little on the slower end of typical, at the 1x speed. I did bump it up to 1.25x but no further as I didn’t want to rush listening.The book comes out on April 8th 2025 and I can’t wait to get my physical copy! I also can’t wait until the third installment which is expected the fall of 2025.My rating system since GoodReads doesn’t have partial stars⭐️ Hated it⭐️⭐️ Had a lot of trouble, prose issues, really not my cup of tea (potentially DNF’d or thought about it)⭐️⭐️⭐️ Meh, it was an ok read but nothing special⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really enjoyed it! Would recommend to others⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding! Will circle back and read again

The challenges are wild and the games are wicked. The atrocities are many. Rowin is protective, smart, sexy, sweet, & spicy. Genevieve is goofy, funny, witty, beautiful, & intelligent. The relationship between them is frustrating, infuriating, intriguing, and soooo hot. The spice is definitely spicing in this book. 🥵🌶🌶 This story will leave you longing for more.

Kaylie Smith has shattered all of my assumptions and beliefs with Enchantra. I did not expect this book to live up to the hype I built around this book release in my mind because Phantasma was my number one favorite read last year. While my hopes were high, my expectations were low that this story would be anywhere as good as Phantasma. Kaylie Smith took those assumptions and expectations and completely annihilated them. This is a 10 star read for me for a number of reasons! I thought I had an amazing connection to Ophelia, Blackwell, and Genevieve in Phantasma, but that connection was truly deepened with Genevieve and Rowin’s story. Vivi is reckless, lost, and looking for her place in the world. She is usually her own worst enemy, but she faces everything with dogged determination and bravery. I see so much of myself in her. Rowin is determined to release his family from the devil’s curse and save his mom, and Vivi has no place in those plans. But don’t forget, the games must go on, despite what anyone says or does. There was so much charm, magic, and mystery within this book that I could not help but gobble this up! The banter… Chef’s kiss! The way these two tried to keep each other at arms length and keep their hearts protected before finally caving and giving in was magnificent. I really didn’t think I could, or would, love this book as much as I did Phantasma, but I did… Do! The games are just as deadly, but the plan to eradicate the villain is a surprising turn of events. I have many thoughts and feelings still rolling around in my head about this story, but I absolutely loved the ending and the answers it provided, even if I am now completely devastated because I now want more! Kaylie has completely captivated me with this series, and I don’t think I will ever get enough. The way she evokes such a visceral reaction and feeling from me while I am reading her books, I am truly exhausted, but oh so elated and fulfilled. I read this book so quickly, literally just a few hours, and just completely fell under its spell, and now I’m fighting the urge to just go back and read it again. Kaylie, I don’t want to rush you, but I NEED you to write another book within this series quickly! No pressure though! ❤️

"Enchantra" captivated me from beginning to end, weaving a spellbinding narrative that kept me utterly engrossed. The rich tapestry of spice, intricate games, and complex family dynamics added layers of depth to the story. Each character harbored their own secrets, making their interactions all the more thrilling and unpredictable.The devilish trickster at the heart of it all had a magnetic charm that kept me on my toes, always questioning his motives and anticipating his next move. The unique blend of intrigue and tension made the reading experience exhilarating.Among the vibrant cast, Umbra stood out as my favorite character, and it's easy to see why. Umbra’s enigmatic nature and compelling personality drew me in, offering both mystery and allure, making each of his appearances a highlight. Overall, "Enchantra" is a masterful blend of excitement and depth that left a lasting impression on me.

Kaylie Smith did a great job at world building and romance once again! She really took us into this world. Rowin is now my new fav character right now! His and Genevieve’s banter was great in this book! I will say, the ending felt a little rushed and anti climatic. But, it was still a satisfying conclusion. I loved the spice, the romance, and the characters in this book! Overall, a solid read.