The Spells We Cast

New York Times Bestseller

When magic and destiny collide, can love survive the ultimate test?

From New York Times bestselling author Jason June comes a spellbinding tale that will sweep you off your feet—perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys and Carry On. This enchanting young adult fantasy weaves together pulse-pounding magic, heart-stopping romance, and the kind of star-crossed connection that defies all odds.

Nigel Barrett has trained his entire life for the Culling, a high-stakes competition where teenage magicians battle to keep their powers. Lose, and your magic is stripped away forever. But when he locks eyes with Ori Olson—a sharp-tongued, mysterious rival harboring secrets of his own—everything changes. Their chemistry is undeniable, their combined magic intoxicating. There’s just one problem: growing closer could cost them everything.

As the competition intensifies and danger mounts, Nigel and Ori must navigate impossible choices. Should they protect their hearts or embrace a connection that makes their powers soar? And what if the real threat isn’t the Culling itself, but the devastating secret that could destroy magic—and humanity—forever?

“The most magical and swoony page-turner I’ve read in ages.” —Adam Silvera, #1 New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at the End

Perfect for readers who crave LGBTQ+ romance wrapped in spellbinding fantasy, The Spells We Cast delivers magic, heart, and unforgettable characters you’ll root for until the very last page.

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