First, the characters are interesting and likable with a few unlikable ones added to the mix to make things interesting. Ella Mae has a strong character with a good moral compass. She's loving and loyal to her family, friends and community. Even when she doubts someone she reserves judgement until and gives people a second chance.You can feel the longing for love and a life partner in Ella Mae and this story has the reader yearning for her to experience these things. There were a few very tense moments for me as I was worried that she would make the wrong choices and even a fatal one.I developed a craving for pie while reading this book, but unfortunately didn't get it. I didn't even get red Twizzlers, which are mentioned a few times and sounded so good. I wonder what kind of magic Ella Mae could dust a coconut cream pie with. I'm not one to read books about magic, but in this series I find it believable, or at least I can suspend disbelief.Getting back to the characters, which is the most important element in any book I read, the three aunts are each different and wonderful in their own way and also Reba, Ella's mother's best friend and guardian to Ella. They are all fiercely loyal to her.There's excitement and adventure. My heart beat faster in one of the last scenes. Thrilling! The ending was a complete surprise.Loved this book and love the series.