Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things
Sisters of Light and Shadow
In the town of Gold Springs, witch Calliope Petridi and her sisters pay for every spell with their memories. When a mysterious evil awakens and their magic begins to fade, Calliope is the only one determined to fight back. Then a spell goes wrong and binds her to the handsome leader of a rival coven, a man she is not sure she can trust. Working together may be the only way to save her family. A magical, romantic story about sisterhood and remembering what matters.
About This Book
Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things is a contemporary romance novel by Breanne Randall, first published in 2025 by Dell. It is part of the Sisters of Light and Shadow series and runs 400 pages.
At a glance
- Genre
- Contemporary
- Length
- 400 pages
- Format
- Paperback
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- In a town where spells cost memories, a witch is magically bound to her rival to save her family from a fading, malevolent threat.
- Fans of magical systems with consequences
- Readers who enjoy rival-to-ally dynamics
- Intrigued
- Features Enemies to Lovers
This may not be ideal if…
- Romance development is currently dependent on trope expectation
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Fantasy Romance
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Appears balanced as leaders of rival covens.
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
High tension, moderate angst.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
Recommended audience: Adult/Young Adult crossover fantasy readers
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
In the town of Gold Springs, the Petridi sisters practice magic that comes with a steep price: every spell consumes a piece of their memory. When an ancient evil begins to awaken and magic starts to drain from their world, Calliope Petridi takes the initiative to defend her coven. However, an accident during a spellcasting binds her to the handsome leader of a rival coven—a man she struggles to trust. Forced to collaborate, Calliope must navigate this unwanted bond to protect her family and uncover the truth behind the fading magic.
Central Conflict
Calliope must work with a rival coven leader to save her family from a mysterious evil and the degradation of their magic, despite their forced magical connection and mutual distrust.
Setting
The town of Gold Springs.
Strengths
- Compelling central cost-of-magic hook
- Clear stakes for the protagonists
Consider before reading
- Romance development is currently dependent on trope expectation
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?
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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
Eikna uses book metadata and AI-assisted analysis to create structured romance profiles. Public profiles are reviewed and approved by an editor before publication.
- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Breanne Randall
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Dell
- Format
- Paperback
- Length
- 400 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780593875001
Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things: quick answers
- Who wrote Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things?
- Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things was written by Breanne Randall.
- When was Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things published?
- Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things was first published in 2025 by Dell.
- What genre is Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things?
- Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things is a contemporary romance novel.
- How many pages is Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things?
- Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things is 400 pages long (Paperback).
- Is Spells, Strings, and Forgotten Things part of a series?
- Yes — it is part of the Sisters of Light and Shadow series.
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