Chick with a Charm

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“Thompson fans won’t be disappointed with her latest very charming addition to the Hex series, an entertaining tale of magic and mayhem.”

—
Romantic Times

 

“Ms. Thompson weaves a romantic tale that’s sprinkled with magic and reinforced by love . . . a fast-paced read, and a great addition to the enchanting world of Big Knob. Readers will be looking forward to seeing who falls under the spell of the town’s magical matchmaking duo next.”

—Darque Reviews

 

“An enjoyable lighthearted story. . . . Fans will enjoy this jocular jaunt.”

—
Midwest Book Review

 

 

 

“Each book that Vicki Lewis Thompson pens is an experience that will have you laughing from the start . . . simply delightful.
Wild & Hexy
is a zany adventure in romance and magic. Readers won’t be able to resist another visit with the inhabitants of Big Knob.”

—Darque Reviews

 

“An excellent addition that makes me eager for more! . . . You never really know what might happen in the small town of Big Knob, but you won’t want to miss a thing. A must read!”

—Fallen Angel Reviews

 

“There was so much going on in this book that I really didn’t want it to end. . . . wonderfully fun . . . a keeper for sure!”

—Fresh Fiction

 

“If you thought
Over Hexed
was phenomenal, wait until you read
Wild & Hexy
! . . . A rip-roaring good time.”

—Romance Junkies

 

“Get ready for a truly
Wild & Hexy
ride . . . brewing with lots of magical fun, mishaps, and most important of all—romance! . . . Vicki Lewis Thompson has penned a fun paranormal tale.”

—Romance Reader at Heart

 

“Pure FUN from first page to last!”

—The Romance Readers Connection

 

“Sassy, fun, and magical,
Wild & Hexy
is pure delight from the first page. . . . This novel is one you’ll want to read in one sitting, and then you’ll want to read it again.”

—Romance Reviews Today

 

“A fun book to read from start to finish.”

—Once Upon a Romance Reviews

 

 

 

“A snappy, funny, romantic novel.”

—
New York Times
bestselling author Carly Phillips

 

“Filled with laughs, this is a charmer of a book.”

—The Eternal Night

 

“The same trademark blend of comedy and heart that won Thompson’s Nerd series a loyal following.”

—
Publishers Weekly

 

“Thompson mixes magic, small-town quirkiness, and passionate sex for a winsome effect.”

—
Booklist

 

“A warm and funny novel, you find yourself cheering. I would definitely recommend it.”

—The Road to Romance

 

“This novel was brilliant. I laughed until I cried and it was a very fast read for me. This genre is the beginning of a new series for Thompson, and if this novel is any indication of the following books, then Thompson has hit the jackpot.”

—Romance Reader at Heart

 

“Vicki Lewis Thompson has a true flair for humor. Pick up
Over Hexed
and be prepared to be amused, delighted, and satisfied as Vicki Lewis Thompson takes you on an unforgettable ride.”

—Single Titles

 

“Vicki Lewis Thompson sure delivers with
Over Hexed
. . . a lighthearted tale that won’t soon be forgotten.”

—Fallen Angel Reviews

 

“With her wonderful talent of lighthearted humor, Vicki Lewis Thompson pens an enchanting tale for her amorous characters, steeping it in magic and enough passion to scorch the pages.”

—Darque Reviews

 

“Vicki Lewis Thompson has created another romance blended with humor to make you beg for more.”

—Once Upon a Romance Reviews

 

 

 

“Count on Vicki Lewis Thompson for a sharp, sassy, sexy read. Stranded on a desert island? I hope you’ve got this book in your beach bag.”

—Jayne Ann Krentz

 

“Wildly sexy . . . a full complement of oddball characters . . . sparkles with sassy humor.”

—
Library Journal

 

“A riotous cast of colorful characters . . . fills the pages with hilarious situations and hot, creative sex.”

—
Booklist

 

“Smart, spunky, and delightfully over-the-top.”

 

“[A] lighthearted and frisky tale of discovery between two engaging people.”

—
The Oakland Press
(MI)

 

“Delightfully eccentric . . . humor, mystical ingredients, and plenty of fun . . . a winning tale.”

—The Best Reviews

 

“A funny and thrilling ride!”

—Romance Reviews Today

 

“A hilarious romp.”

—Romance Junkies

 

“Extremely sexy . . . over-the-top . . . sparkling.”

—
Rendezvous

 

“A whole new dimension in laughter. A big . . . BRAVO!”

—A Romance Review

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For Serra, who celebrates each visit to my house, tolerates pestering from my cat Eve, guards my door as if it were her own, and faithfully demonstrates the joy of living in the moment.

Special thanks to the amazing art department at Penguin. I’ve loved all my covers, but the last two really make me smile! As always, I’m extremely grateful for the support from my editor, Claire Zion, my agent, Robert Gottlieb, and my assistant, Audrey Sharpe. I’m lucky to be surrounded with such talented and savvy people.

In all her twenty-six years, despite being somewhat of a rebel, Lily Revere had never cast a spell on anyone. But dire circumstances called for drastic measures. She’d had a crush on Griffin Taylor for three months now, and she was tired of waiting for him to make a move. She needed his devoted attention beginning tonight.

That required creating an elixir this afternoon before heading off to work, but her apartment manager would stroke out if she built a fire under a cauldron in the middle of her living room. Technically she could manage the fire without burning down the building, but she might set off the smoke alarm, which would alert the manager for sure. She was fond of this apartment, located a short bus ride from downtown Chicago.

To avoid possible eviction, she’d abandoned the cauldron and settled for a fondue pot on the floor as she brewed her adoration elixir. She didn’t need much of it, anyway. A couple of drops slipped into Griffin’s drink during happy hour tonight should start the process.

Her job as bartender would make that easy, and three hours after sipping his drink, Mr. Handsome would be fixated on her. If they had sex within twelve hours, the spell would strengthen, growing more powerful with each sexual encounter. Yummy prospect.

Lily wouldn’t have to worry about being too tired to have sex with Griffin after work tonight. Performing magic jacked her up more than chugging down three triple espressos in a row. It was a side effect not experienced by many witches, but she’d inherited the tendency from a great-aunt and she’d learned to live with it.

While Daisy, her golden retriever, watched expectantly, Lily opened the magic circle that contained the steaming fondue pot and a small basket of herbs.