Payback's a Witch
by Lana Harper
Best for: readers who want light, funny paranormal romance. A witch returns to her small magical hometown for a spellcasting tournament and reconnects with the ex now working against her. If you want your sapphic romance with a side of cozy small-town magic and zero heaviness, this is the pick. Find on Amazon
About This Book
Payback's a Witch is a witch romances novel by Lana Harper, first published in 2021 by Penguin. Readers can expect lgbtq+ romance (books).
At a glance
- Genre
- Witch Romances
- Trope
- LGBTQ+ Romance (Books)
- Published
- 2021
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- A witch returns to her magical hometown for a spellcasting tournament, only to find herself competing against her own ex.
- readers who want light, funny paranormal romance
- readers looking for cozy, small-town magic
- cozy
- Features Enemies to Lovers
This may not be ideal if…
- Lacks detail on specific relationship progression
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Sapphic
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Competitive
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Moderate humor.
Heat Level
Heat information not available.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
Recommended audience: Adults seeking low-angst, queer paranormal romance.
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
A witch travels back to her small, magical hometown to participate in a spellcasting competition. The situation becomes complicated when she discovers her ex is not only present but is actively working against her in the tournament.
Central Conflict
The protagonist must navigate a competitive spellcasting tournament while dealing with the professional and personal friction of her ex-partner.
Setting
A small magical town.
Strengths
- Clear tone and mood
- Strong premise hook
Consider before reading
- Lacks detail on specific relationship progression
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
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Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2021
- ISBN-13
- 9780593336076
- ISBN-10
- 0593336070
Payback's a Witch: quick answers
- Who wrote Payback's a Witch?
- Payback's a Witch was written by Lana Harper.
- When was Payback's a Witch published?
- Payback's a Witch was first published in 2021 by Penguin.
- What genre is Payback's a Witch?
- Payback's a Witch is a witch romances novel, with lgbtq+ romance (books).
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