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The Spells We Cast

By: Jason June
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From New York Times best-selling author Jason June, a story of spell-slinging, lasso-swinging, and star-crossed love perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys and Carry On.

“The most magical and swoony page-turner I've read in ages.”—Adam Silvera, #1 New York Times best-selling author of They Both Die at the End

Nigel Barrett has spent his whole life preparing for the Culling, a spell-casting competition that determines which of the world’s teenage magicians will be stripped of their powers to preserve magical balance. But nothing could have prepared him to face Ori Olson, a broody rival whose caustic wit cloaks a painful past. From the moment Nigel and Ori meet, sparks fly. Their powers are stronger, more thrilling, the closer they get—not that they can risk becoming attached. Because as the field narrows and the Culling grows more dangerous, Nigel and Ori realize there’s more at stake than just their powers. The greatest threat to magic, their future, and all of humanity might be the connection growing between them. . . .

©2023 Jason June (P)2023 Disney Hyperion Fantasy Fiction LGBTQ+ Literature & Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Sword & Sorcery Magic Magic Users
Captivating Story • Magical Elements • Solid Narrative • Strong Backstory • Humorous Content
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good listen, but the main character seems to monolog a bit much, instead of getting on with what he supposed to do.

interesting story

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I didn't know that Melissa De La Cruz had a publishing company for other writers like this most amazing author, Jason June. The Spells We Cast is the most magical book that I ever read in my life. Learning about the Horde, The Depraved, The Knife and the link between the two characters, Ori and Jeremy who helped to connect with each other's souls to defeat those three forces are truly important causes to have. This book is incredible. Jason June is amazing and can't wait to read different genres of his books to come

Very interesting story and a great book

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Solid story with a strong narrative, backstory, and under message…great setup for a series or sequel.

The main character is just soooooo angsty and seems to miss the seriousness of what’s going on around him all the time. Not sure if it’s supposed to be endearing, but it gets very frustrating and distracting at times.

The book needs an edit. Way too much exposition and the author says the name of the villainous species “The Depraved” too many times. Again a distraction to the otherwise solid story.

The author should not be reading this book. His affect is too flat for most of the story unless performing a side character…then he comes alive. A more seasoned voice actor could have really brought more delight to this story.

And while it’s a flawed book…I really did enjoy it. I can’t wait for the sequel. I won’t be listening to that one if the author reads it…I’ll buy a physical book.

Solid story that feels very YA

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As an avid Will and Nico shipper (Is that a word? If not, I just made it one.) I do recommend this book for other people who enjoyed Percy Jackson or more specifically Solangelo. While the world and characters are different enough there were several overlaps and the overall vibe is similar. Only read one other book from this author and to be honest it wasn't my favorite. Sorry Jason, but I did love this. Onto the second book!

Percy Jackson fan? You'll probably like this.

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An easy listen with such a great voice. The story is captivating with enough humor and romance to keep you coming back for more. Will definitely be reading twice.

Absolutely Loved It!

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the love, the loneliness i love it so much by far one of my favorite books

the love that is shown will always give me chills love it in all the ways

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Nigel and Ori are both so stinking adorable and I want more of them. I want to follow them as they truly come into their power, and as they explore their connection. I want to see how they shape their world for a more just society. I want to watch their soul-deep connection grow into something special and comfortable and all encompassing. I want more.

I want more!

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I think the plot was good and the characters where cute, it just kinda felt like a queer story written for a straight audience

Over all, enjoyable

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I loved this book. It was intense, funny and engaging to the end. A must read or listen if you like YA LGBT stories like Heartstopper and Young Royals.

Awesome! A magic Heartstopper!

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Though June weaves a good story, this attempt at gay Harry Potter fell very far short of anything close. This book was in my recommendations based on previous books I’ve listened to. I was excited for it but was quite disappointed overall. I took long breaks between having the desire to try and finish it, but I finally did. This is just my opinion and experience and I encourage you to listen and make your own, but overall, I found this book tried way too hard and was really hokey and a struggle to finish. If you like fantasy, maybe you’ll enjoy this but I found I was constantly waiting for something juicy to happen between our main characters other than constant bickering, power struggles and awkwardness. And the cherry on top of how lame it was occurred when a Taylor Swift song was used as a spell. I really had to fight to finish it after that. I really wanted to like this but I just feel like I wasted 10 hours of my life. At least I was able to do other wings while I listened.

It was about 6 hrs too long.

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