Every once in a while, a book comes along that demands to be talked about—and that's exactly what I'm doing today. Whether it left me swooning, sobbing, or side-eyeing the plot twist at 2 a.m., this latest read made enough of an impression to earn its place here. Let’s dive into the pages, unpack what worked (and what didn’t), and see if this book deserves a spot on your shelf.
Title: Enchantra
By: Kaylie Smith
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 448
Release Date: April 8th, 2025
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
Ready or Not meets Throne of the Fallen in a spicy, enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance, where an Italian getaway turns deadly after a young woman is trapped in her host family's cursed game.
Ready or not, the game has begun.
Genevieve Grimm has felt adrift ever since her sister became the head of the family. So when a mysterious friend of their mother's invites her to Italy, she accepts. She arrives at his grand palace, expecting passion and magic, decadence and luxury... perhaps even a midnight ball.
She doesn't expect the owner's ruthlessly handsome son to slam the door in her face. Rowin Silver is tall, dark, and exceptionally rude, and invitation or not, he demands Genevieve leave and never come back. But Genevieve follows nobody's orders, especially those of arrogant rich boys. She slips inside—and immediately discovers her mistake.
Rowin and his family are caught in an insidious game of hide and seek, where only one can win. The rest will be trapped in Hell... until the competition begins again.
Genevieve must either join the hunt or forfeit any hope of escaping. But to her dismay, her best chance of survival lies with Rowin. Since lovers may play as a pair, Rowin and Genevieve agree to form an alliance under the guise of a fake courtship. However, as they race through the game's elaborate labyrinth, trapped among gleaming gold and shining marble, their loathing gives way to irresistible attraction. Only Rowin is keeping secrets, especially when it comes to his ruthless family, and Genevieve can't help but wonder if she's trapped in two treacherous games: Enchantra and the one Rowin is playing with her heart.
Review:
Enchantra by Kaylie Smith is a lush and atmospheric fantasy that casts a slow-burning spell from the first page. With rich world-building and an enchantment-centered magic system that feels both fresh and familiar, the story follows a heroine whose strength lies as much in her resilience as in her unraveling of secrets. Smith’s lyrical prose adds to the immersive quality, though occasional pacing issues and a few underdeveloped side characters kept it just shy of perfection for me. Still, this is a magical and memorable read that fans of romantic fantasy will absolutely want to devour.
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