Witch You Would Review: A Sweet, Sparkling Romance with a Magical Twist

Read time: 3 minutes

Genre: Paranormal Romance
🎧 Listened on Audio
📢 Narrated by: Stacy Gonzalez, Gary Tiedemann
⏱ Duration: 11 hours
🏷 Publisher: HarperCollins (Avon) & Harper Audio

Book Blurb:

In Witch You Would by Lia Amador, struggling witch Penelope Delmar lands the opportunity of a lifetime, competing on Cast Judgment, a magical reality show set in enchanted Miami. She’s paired with viral star Leandro Presto (aka Gil Contreras), who just so happens to be her anonymous pen pal (and secret admirer). Between snobby rivals, dangerous sabotage, and a life-changing grand prize, sparks fly fast, both magical and romantic. But when Gil’s secret threatens to come out, can their connection survive, or will the truth break the spell?

let’s talk about the book:

What an utter delight this audiobook turned out to be! While Witch You Would keeps the magic subtle, the romance absolutely shines. Lia Amador delivers a story full of heart, humor, and heartfelt chemistry, perfect for readers who love rom-coms with a supernatural twist.

Penelope is the kind of heroine you can’t help rooting for. She is determined, messy, and lovable. And Leandro (sweet, goofy Gil!) is pure cinnamon-roll energy. Their banter crackles, and the reality-show setting gives their journey just the right dose of chaos and charm.

Stacy Gonzalez and Gary Tiedemann’s audiobook narration deserves a shout-out. They bring every quip, flirt, and emotional beat to life with impeccable timing. Their chemistry mirrors the story’s energy, turning this listen into a warm, slow-burn romantic comedy with magical flair.

✨ What Worked:

• 🪄 Rom-com meets magic realism with perfect balance of lighthearted humor and emotional depth.
• 🎤 Engaging dual narration that enhances the romantic tension.
• 💕 Charming character dynamics that feel both modern and timeless.
• 🌴 Vivid Miami setting adds a fresh, sun-kissed backdrop to the witchy fun.

What surprised me was how little the story needed its magic to sparkle. The fantasy elements serve as a fun costume for what is, at its heart, a sweet and cozy contemporary romance with more heart than hocus-pocus.

Would i recommend it?

Witch You Would is a feel-good paranormal romance that’s equal parts flirty, funny, and charmingly magical. It’s the perfect listen for fans of romantic comedies with a witchy twist, like those by Ashley Poston, Erin Sterling, or Lana Harper. If you’re craving a cozy fall read or an uplifting audiobook, this one’s pure enchantment.

You might also like:

• A Witch’s Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley
• The Ex Hex by Erin Sterling
• Payback’s a Witch by Lana Harper
• Love’s A Witch by Tricia O’Malley
• An Ancient Witch’s Guide To Modern Dating by Cecilia Edward

🪄 Cast Your Spell!

If you could add one magical element to your favorite romance story, what would it be? 💌 Hidden powers? Enchanted letters? Love potions gone wrong? Share your thoughts in the comments. Let’s get witchy!

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