The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches Book Review - No Spoilers
Plot Summary
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna follows Mika Moon, a witch raised to hide her magic and avoid forming bonds. At 31, she lives a lonely life, masking her true self behind an online persona. Then she receives a mysterious message inviting her to Nowhere House, where three young orphaned witches need guidance. Mika meets Jamie, the guarded librarian, and a warm, eccentric found family. As she teaches the girls magic and navigates her own fears, she must decide if belonging and love are worth risking everything.
Why I Love This Book
I love the cozy magic that seeps into every page. I love Mika’s shy hope and how her heart opens slowly, scene by scene. I love the found family—how love grows in unexpected corners, in jokes, in quiet mornings, in magical mishaps. I love Jamie’s grumpy warmth and how their tension feels grounded and human. I love how the world feels safe but real, how belonging feels earned. I love the gentle pace—comforting, healing, sincere. I love how this book made me feel at home when I needed it most.
Who Will Like This Book
If you enjoy cozy fantasy, grumpy/sunshine romance, found family, and witches in a modern setting, you’ll love this. It’s for readers who want warmth, gentle magic, and character healing rather than high-stakes drama.
⚠️ Trigger warning: This story touches on themes of isolation, loss, and emotional trauma. It’s handled with care, but please keep your own needs in mind.
Tagged As
cozy fantasy, contemporary, witches, magic, found family, grumpy/sunshine, slow burn romance, modern witchcraft, emotional healing, cottagecore, indie romance, heartwarming, standalone, heal-before-love, gentle magic
Steam Level
I feel the romance here has genuine warmth and a soft spark. There’s a moment of passion that carries weight—but it stays tender, balanced with emotional connection rather than heat alone.
