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A Certain Magic

Mary Balogh (1991)

SubgenreHistorical Romance
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SettingParanormal/Fantasy World
CSM age16
Goodreads3.85/5 (1064)

Content levels

ViolenceNone
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Synopsis

Alice Penhallow and Piers Westhaven had always considered themselves to be best friends--that was until Piers called upon Alice's help and advice in his decision to marry a much younger woman. By the time they realize that it is love that is between them, it might just be too late.

Tags

Regency EraFriends to LoversCharacter-Driven

Is A Certain Magic appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

A gentle historical romance about two lifelong friends who discover their deeper feelings only after one plans to marry someone else. Features mild sensuality typical of traditional Regency romance with emotional rather than physical intimacy focus.

What to know going in

This book has no graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Readers who enjoy emotional, relationship-focused historical romances will appreciate this friends-to-lovers story with a bittersweet edge.