Review of ‘Uncharmed’ (Rewitched #2) by Lucy Jane Wood. Discover the cozy novel set in the same world as Rewitched that brings witchy warmth, found family vibes, and soft autumnal magic. Though it shares the same universe, Uncharmed is not a direct sequel, so you can enjoy it without having read Rewitched first. If you’re after a gentle, comforting read to curl up with at the end of October, Uncharmed might just be the spell you’re looking for. But does it live up to the charm of Rewitched? Let’s dive into the magic, missteps, and meaningful moments.
When cozy magic meets chaotic mentorship: a review of ‘Uncharmed’ by Lucy Jane Wood
Synopsis
Practically perfect, in every witch way…
Annie Wildwood is practically perfect in every witch way. Her life is a haze of pink, magic and impossibly high standards. But, when she is tasked with mentoring a troubled teenage witch with extraordinary powers, Annie’s charmed existence is quickly thrown into utter chaos…
Set in the same enchanting world as Rewitched, Uncharmed celebrates found family, unconditional love and the joy of swapping perfectionism and people-pleasing for being your true magical self.
Review
Annie Wildwood has built a perfectly pink, picture-perfect life. She’s got charm, polish, and a little too much pride in how put-together everything appears. But when she’s unexpectedly assigned to mentor a powerful and unpredictable teenage witch, Annie’s world quickly unravels. As chaos creeps into her carefully curated life, she’s forced to confront the cracks beneath her perfection.
Set in the same cozy, magical universe as Rewitched (but not a direct sequel), Uncharmed stands on its own as a story about letting go of expectations, embracing who you truly are, and finding comfort in people who love you unconditionally. Flaws, messiness and all.
If you’re looking for a cozy, feel-good read to wrap up your October, Uncharmed might just be it. This book was cute and comforting in all the right ways, full of magical moments and autumnal charm. It’s the kind of story that invites you to slow down, sip something warm, and settle into a world where found family and gentle magic take center stage.
I really enjoyed the way the story leaned into themes of community and imperfection. The found family vibes were strong here and the warmth between the characters gave the book a lot of heart. Maeve was definitely a highlight for me. I loved her grounded, calm energy and the gentle strength she brought to the story. Her friendship with Annie was one of my favorite parts and added some lovely emotional depth.
That said, I didn’t feel as drawn to Annie herself. While she was sweet and had her moments, I couldn’t shake the feeling that she was a bit too naive and one-note for a main character. There were times I found it hard to really care about her personal journey which made me feel a little disconnected from the heart of the story.
Another thing that didn’t quite hit for me was the plot. Compared to Rewitched, which had a clearer sense of direction, Uncharmed felt a bit vague. It was more about vibes than structure and while that worked for the cozy moments, it did leave me wishing for a stronger central storyline to keep things moving.
Final thoughts? While Uncharmed didn’t quite charm me the way Rewitched did, I still enjoyed my time with it. It’s a sweet, cozy continuation of a world I’ve grown fond of and even though the plot was a bit hazy and the main character didn’t fully win me over, the atmosphere and themes of magical self-acceptance made it worth the read. Perfect for curling up with at the end of spooky season.
Rating
6/10
Details
- Trigger warnings: Mild emotional distress, anxiety, and themes of perfectionism and people-pleasing
- Themes: Found family, self-acceptance, mentorship, letting go of control, redefining success
- Representation: Includes queer side characters and positive portrayals of non-traditional families and friendships
- Genre: Cozy fantasy (adult)
- Pages: 416
- Publication date: September 18, 2025
- Publisher: PanMacmillan | Macmillan
- About the author:
Lucy Jane Wood is the author of Rewitched and Uncharmed, with more magical stories quietly brewing behind the scenes. Originally from the Wirral in the UK, she now lives in London where she’s usually found with a giant coffee in hand and her cat never far away.
A lifelong bookworm, Lucy stumbled into writing by accident and hasn’t looked back since. She got her start in 2013 writing for a teen website and has since written freelance for publications like Marie Claire US, Cosmopolitan UK, MTV, and Metro. Online, she shares her love for books, writing, and snacks across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, where her cozy content has built a loyal community of fellow readers and dreamers.
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