Summoned by Magic by Lexie Scott

Summoned by Magic

Horror movies? Oh, this witch knows them well

Written byLexie Scott
Narrated bySarah L. Colton
Length6h42m
Release dateJuly 26, 2022
LanguageEnglish
★★★★☆ 4.6 (6 ratings)

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Quick Facts

AuthorLexie Scott
NarratorSarah L. Colton
Runtime6h42m
PublishedJuly 26, 2022
Rating★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (6 ratings)
CategoriesRomance, Fantasy, Paranormal
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Imagine if *The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina* met a gritty urban fantasy set in the back alleys of New Orleans, where the occult isn’t just a backdrop—it’s a living, breathing nightmare. *Summoned by Magic* by Lexie Scott delivers that exact vibe: a sharp-tongued heroine who’s part psychic, part witch, and 100% done pretending she’s normal. The twist? Her "parents" are actually shapeshifters hiding her true bloodline, and now a cult of cultists is hot on her trail, wanting to exploit her powers for their own twisted ends. Scott’s worldbuilding is gloriously messy, blending Southern Gothic mojo with that addictive, slow-burn romance that’s as unavoidable as a hex gone wrong. The magic here isn’t just spells and potions—it’s the gritty, messy kind that leaves bruises and broken hearts in its wake.

This isn’t your grandma’s cozy witch story. The audiobook, narrated by Sarah L. Colton, leans hard into the dark, smoky atmosphere of the setting, her voice dripping with that effortless Southern drawl that makes every revelation feel like a midnight confession. Colton nails the duality of the protagonist—equal parts brazen and vulnerable—while keeping the pacing tight enough that the supernatural stakes never feel like filler. The production quality is pristine, with just enough ambient detail (think creaking floorboards, distant bayou whispers) to immerse you without drowning out the story. If you crave fantasy that punches above its weight in adult themes and a witch who’s more antihero than fairy-tale maiden, this is your audiobook.

Tags: urban fantasy romancewitch antihero novelSouthern Gothic paranormalfemale-led fantasy audiobookslow-burn romance with supernatural stakes

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  • Expert narration by Sarah L. Colton brings every character and scene to life across 6h42m of immersive audio.
  • Highly rated at 4.6 stars by 6 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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I went into *Summoned by Magic* expecting another forgettable paranormal romance, but Lexie Scott’s sharp, unapologetic prose—and Sarah L. Colton’s mesmerizing narration—turned my skepticism into full-blown addiction. Colton’s performance is the secret weapon here; she doesn’t just *read* the lines, she *inhabits* them. Her voice drips with the kind of Southern sass that makes the heroine’s fiery one-liners land with maximum impact, and she sells the supernatural stakes with a grittiness that’s rare in this genre. The romance isn’t just a subplot—it’s a slow-burn fire that builds from cautious sparks to full-blown inferno, and Scott’s writing ensures it never feels saccharine or rushed. That said, the worldbuilding suffers from a few too many info-dumps early on, which occasionally pulls you out of the story’s natural flow. Pacing is the other standout: Scott keeps the action moving at a clip that never feels tedious, even when the lore gets dense. The cultist antagonists are genuinely creepy, their motives layered enough to avoid cartoonish villainy. My biggest critique? The ending wraps up a bit too neatly for a story that thrives on moral ambiguity—it’s like the author couldn’t resist giving us a HEA bow when the journey deserved a sharper, more bittersweet note. Still, the production is top-tier, with Colton’s narration elevating the material into something that feels like a premium cable drama rather than a standard audiobook. If you’re a fan of urban fantasy with bite, this is a must-listen.

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