From Bad to Cursed

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Deviously Done

 

The thing no one tells you about summoning demons is, sometimes you have to think outside the box.

 

I should know; I've been calling them up into my circles since I was a kid. My mother even encouraged it, as a slightly safer alternative to a way riskier burgeoning fascination with elder gods. (PSA, if you don't want your daughter developing an interest in the gnarlier chthonic entities before she can even ride a bike, maybe don't read her Lovecraft at bedtime. Seems obvious enough, right?)

 

The books go on about how summonings are supposed to be these disciplined, rule-bound affairs-and most of the time, they are, if you know what's good for you. The truth is, if you take sensible precautions, it's not nearly as dangerous as people think. And such a rush, too; the daemonfolk are interesting as the hells, pun intended. Sometimes they're inclined to share juicy secrets or ancient spells, the kind you won't find in even the oldest, dustiest grimoires. Other times they're so gorgeous it breaks your heart, or so horrifying that even a quick glimpse caught before you banish them is enough to leave you panting, heart battering against your ribs, blood boiling through your veins while your whole skin rolls with chills.

 

Shit, even when you play it safe, there's nothing quite like a demon summoning to make you feel alive.

 

Of course, there's always the odd time that even a pro like me fucks it up just a wee bit.

 

As usual, I'd cast my summoning circle in the warrens of the basement beneath The Bitters, in a chilly, cavernous room that had started out as Elena's third wine cellar-because who gets by with just one these days; certainly not my mother-and now doubled as my demonic lair. No windows, musty air that smelled like centuries-old stone and aged bordeaux, witchlight sconces flinging

Lana Harper

"I am happily and completely under the spell of The Witches of Thistle Grove series." Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of People We Meet on Vacation

"The only flaw in Lana Harper's magical, whimsical, sexy-as-hell The Witches of Thistle Grove series is that I can't set up shop in Thistle Grove myself right this second! These books truly do cast a spell." Erin Sterling, New York Times bestselling author of The Ex Hex

Clever, fiery, and so much fun. From Bad to Cursed is a sharply written romp with wicked imagination. It's pure magic. Rachel Harrison, author of Cackle

"This book puts the romance in necromancy." The New York Times Book Review

Enemies-to-lovers set among rival witch families in a magical town say no more. USA Today

Harper (Payback s a Witch) continues The Witches of Thistle Grove series strong, delivering a second installment packed with mystery, danger, lots of love-to-hate-you foreplay, family drama, and an identity crisis thrown in. Sound like a lot? It is, but still oh so fun. Highly recommended. Library Journal, starred review

Atmospheric and lush, this captivating story ignites the senses. The magic lends itself to big, cinematic scenes, while conflicts about familial expectations and mental health struggles ground the story with realness. The romantic relationship is emotionally rich and deliciously sexy. Issa s wry first-person narrative effortlessly ties together the mystery, fantasy, and romance elements. Kirkus, starred review

Lana Harper has created an enthralling witchy world, filled with wonderfully offbeat and diverse characters. The rom-com is spiced with moments of danger and horror and is an entertaining read. Philadelphia Inquirer

Harper knows how to summon a wickedly charming read with Practical Magic vibes, and From Bad to Cursed is another feather in her very pointy hat." Entertainment Weekly

These books are intensely queer, honest, and essentially kind. I adore them so."