RELEASE DAY- REVIEW: Novella- A Cure for Spring Fever -Jelly Beans and Spring Things- Barbara Robinson

Title: A Cure for Spring Fever
Series: Jelly Beans and Spring Things
Author: Barbara Robinson
Genre: Fantasy, Magic, Romance, Short Read
Publisher: Wild Rose Press
Release Date: April 22, 2024
Format: Kindle
Pages: 73
Source: Amazon

For centuries, Gamekeepers have used their magical abilities to create a buffer between the creatures who dwell in the enchanted forest and the sleepy coastal town that sits in its shadow. When Gamekeeper Stan Ross’s magic begins to fail, he must find out what went wrong, then fix it before the two worlds collide. His hit or miss magic has already led to a few close calls so he journeys to the Sacred Isle searching for answers and advice.
Finding a cure proves elusive—until Stan encounters a kitchen witch who captivates him body and soul. Lynnette Peters is healing from her own wounds, however, and it isn’t clear whether she’s ready to open herself to the possibility—or the peril—of love.

Reviewed by Linda Tonis

Member of the Paranormal Romance Guild Review Team

Stan Ross is a Gamekeeper whose job is to keep magical creatures on lockdown in the Enchanted Forest. Unfortunately, there have been a lot of breaches, and it turns out that they all occurred in the areas that Stan warded. Stan realizes that his wards are not holding up for long and he has no idea why. His boss insisted he take time off and the idea of sitting alone in his house felt like a prison sentence. His partner suggested he go to the Spring Festival on Sacred Isle and that seemed like the perfect answer to what he needs. Time to meet with the Priestesses for answers that hopefully will solve his problem while enjoying the activities.

Lynette Peters owns a bakery, and she has recently been visited by magical creatures who tore her kitchen apart. Gamekeepers came to the rescue, but it was her ingenuity that won the day. That was the first time that she and Stan encountered each other but wouldn’t be the last. Tired of trying to find Prince Charming using a dating site matching her up with a troll, and a satyr she shakes thinking about what could be next so off to the Spring Festival on Sacred Isle.

It was at the fertility rites that Stan and Lynette would find their other half, but they wore masks and robes and had no idea who they slept with and who made them feel things they only dreamed about.

It wasn’t until Stan was sent on a mission for coffee and donuts that he entered the bakery and knew instantly that his dream girl was the one standing behind the counter.

Lynette recognized Stan also but despite his desire for them to get to know each other better she couldn’t get past her fear. If there was a chance for a HEA Lynette would have to be strong enough to face her fears.

A short, sweet love story with two people who find their other half at a magical festival and face the fact that even in their ordinary lives away from magic they can find a HEA.