I read the grumpy skeptic’s fortune in the bottom of a coffee cup. The grounds say he’ll find true love, but I tell him to expect a flirty fall fling…

In my defense, he thinks I’m a fraud and made it clear he doesn’t believe in l-o-v-e. I try to forget him, but he keeps appearing wherever I go. Then he offers me five grand per hourto break a family curse he swears is real. Considering I need the money to repair the roof of my haunted manor, I help him.

Our sessions end before the autumn equinox, and instead of walking away he proposes a new deal: be each other’s until Halloween. Against my better judgment, I agree, but with strict rules.

Between sneaking around at the apple orchard and finding each other in the hay maze, I catch myself not wanting to keep him my dirty little secret. The town’s meddling matchmakers don’t know their beloved Jamie is Jameson Cross, a billionaire in hiding. Or that he’s in my bed every night. When the paparazzi track him down and the tabloids leak that he’s dating a witch, his bags are already packed for New York.

The cup said he’d find his forever, and I don’t believe it’s me. Magically, the stubborn man who’s never been able to commit to anyone longer than thirty days is determined to prove me wrong.

And I think the universe might be on his side. Pfft.

My Review

This book begins in Pine Haven near Cozy Creek, Colorado, with an inherited historic landmark, a haunted house, witchy secrets, and all the autumn charm you could possibly want. Blaire works alongside her best friends, Josie and Winter, and being a gifted witch runs in her family. Yup, I’m already hooked and can’t wait to see where this goes! 🍂✨🔮

Jamie, meanwhile, is on a mandated retreat in Colorado after his playboy lifestyle has become a little too much for the board of his sports foundation. He is supposed to commune with nature, relax, unwind, and most importantly, stay out of the board’s way. Unfortunately for Jamie, he is going stir crazy.

The kitschy autumn vibes in this book are off the charts. 🍂 This gets intriguing fast as Blaire’s abilities and Jamie’s openness are both called into question, although it is strange seeing Blaire doubt herself when she is clearly such a gifted witch.

From middle of the night séances to mysterious rules, I really like where this is going. In true Queen of Autumn fashion, the vibes are not disappointing at all, and neither is the connection between Blaire and Jamie. Oh, this gets steamy, and I am here for it. 🔥

Coffee, spells, and all manner of witchy things give this book so much cozy charm. Between the autumn festival, cozy moments, small town gossip, and billionaire charm, I am absolutely swooning over this storyline. There is so much autumn magic packed into this book that this story alone could get you into all the fall feels.

OMG, I wish I could quote this book because that part was twisted and juicy and added so many more layers to this fall fling. 👀 This story goes past steamy and straight into sizzling territory. I love how this fling turns into so much more, and the ending had me smiling and wanting to devour the next book.

This was the perfect autumn read, with romance, witchcraft, small town charm, and a heaping dash of joy. 🍁✨

I loved everything about this story, from the tropes to the way it unfolded. I loved Jamie, especially since I already knew him from the other books, and I absolutely adored Blaire. She was perfectly portrayed, and I loved watching her navigate everything that came her way.

I loved all the autumn vibes, the small town charm, and especially the moments that really made this story shine. I was completely obsessed with these characters and praying for no last act breakup, and thankfully it came true! 🙌 That made this book even better.

This is a book I would love to reread again and again every October. 🎃🍂 And have you seen the special edition with those sprayed edges? Swoon. 😍

If you would like to read Flirty Fall Fling by Lyra Parish you can find this book on Amazon. It releases 9/3/ 2026. As an Amazon Assocaite I earn on qualifying purchases. If you would like special edition of this book you can get one on Lyra Parish’s website.

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