Magical Kenya Open is a professional golf tournament that takes place in Kenya. It is part of the European Tour and is organized by the Kenya Open Golf Limited. The tournament has a long history, dating back to 1967, making it one of the oldest events on the European Tour. The Magical Kenya Open offers a significant prize purse and attracts top golfers from around the world. It is held at the Karen Country Club in Nairobi, a picturesque course known for its challenging layout and stunning scenery. The event is a highlight of the Kenyan sporting calendar and attracts a large number of spectators each year.
There’s definite sequel bait with Danica’s cousin, Clem, and the witch hunter who comes into town, and several plot threads involving him are left hanging. To be honest, I had mixed feelings about Clem. She seemed very harsh to Danica when it was obvious to everyone else how much she was hurting and I’m curious how much overlap there will be between her book and this one.
She intends to have a simple no-emotions-involved fling to get him out of her system, but then all of a sudden she s meeting up with him at a park bench everyday for lunch, bringing him juice concoctions and sampling his attempts at updating old-fashioned treats to be healthier. Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls in this adorable witchy rom-com with A bisexual virgin baker with a curse A witch looking to avoid romantic entanglements And a chemistry between them that causes literal sparks Danica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch daughter, granddaughter, cousin, and co-owner of the Fix-It Witches, a magical tech repair shop.
The event is a highlight of the Kenyan sporting calendar and attracts a large number of spectators each year. In addition to the exciting golf action, the Magical Kenya Open also aims to promote tourism in the country. The tournament provides an opportunity to showcase Kenya's natural beauty and cultural heritage to a global audience.
Review: Witch Please – Ann Aguirre
Witch Please
by Ann Aguirre
Series: Fix-It Witches #1
Also in this series: Boss Witch
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: September 7, 2021
Genres: Romance
Pages: 352
Source: NetGalley
I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Practical Magic meets Gilmore Girls in this adorable witchy rom-com with:
• A bisexual virgin baker with a curse
• A witch looking to avoid romantic entanglements
• And a chemistry between them that causes literal sparksDanica Waterhouse is a fully modern witch—daughter, granddaughter, cousin, and co-owner of the Fix-It Witches, a magical tech repair shop. After a messy breakup that included way too much family “feedback,” Danica made a pact with her cousin: they’ll keep their hearts protected and have fun, without involving any of the overly opinionated Waterhouse matriarchs. Danica is more than a little exhausted navigating a long-standing family feud where Gram thinks the only good mundane is a dead one and Danica’s mother weaves floral crowns for anyone who crosses her path.
Three blocks down from the Fix-It Witches, Titus Winnaker, owner of Sugar Daddy’s bakery, has family trouble of his own. After a tragic loss, all he’s got left is his sister, the bakery, and a lifetime of terrible luck in love. Sure, business is sweet, but he can’t seem to shake the romantic curse that’s left him past thirty and still a virgin. He’s decided he’s doomed to be forever alone.
Until he meets Danica Waterhouse. The sparks are instant, their attraction irresistible. For him, she’s the one. To her, he’s a firebomb thrown in the middle of a family war. Can a modern witch find love with an old-fashioned mundane who refuses to settle for anything less than forever?
Content notes: View Spoiler » Death of MC’s mom from illness (off-page, before book starts), grief, toxic family, property damage, fatmisia (immediately challenged by character), blackmail, threats to hurt character « Hide Spoiler
Yes, the book is just as sweet and adorable as the cover suggests. At one point, Titus feels like he’s “stumbled into a mystic portal where everything was weirder and more interesting and infinitely better” which honestly is a pretty good description of how I felt reading this book.
Danica and her cousin Clem manage a repair shop called Fix-It Witches in a small midwestern town. Their secret? They are actually mechanically-inclined witches who use their magic to repair malfunctioning appliances. Her life’s pretty great, except that the elderly neighbor’s cat won’t stop popping up on her porch (Danica’s allergic to cats) and, oh, the fact that her ex of several years is happily planning to marry his new girlfriend. And then in walks Titus, the local bakery owner, with an issue with one of his ovens. Her book club – aka coven – calls him the CinnaMan, partially for his delicious cinnamon rolls and partially because he’s ridiculously handsome. But, also true to that name, he’s very sweet, and Danica can’t seem to resist him, even if he is a mundane. She intends to have a simple no-emotions-involved fling to get him out of her system, but then all of a sudden she’s meeting up with him at a park bench everyday for lunch, bringing him juice concoctions and sampling his attempts at updating old-fashioned treats to be healthier. That’s what people do with hookups, right?
“Are you all right?” she asked instead of a more conventional greeting.
“I…think so?”
“You don’t sound sure.”
“It’s because I never realized beauty could be a blunt object before.”
“Are you saying that you’ve been assaulted by my attractiveness?”
From their meet-cute, Danica and Titus are ridiculously adorable together (and horny, very horny). Their banter starts out very silly – Titus has a quirky sense of humor, which Danica gets completely – but gets hotter as their relationship progresses. Titus is literally the CinnaMan cinnamon roll. He’s sweet and kinda, and he even has a dog named Doris whom he loves dearly (and lets take up most of his bed). He works and lives with his younger sister and they have a great relationship (the relationship with the rest of his family… well, I’ll get to that later). Like Danica’s aforementioned ex woes, he’s also been unlucky in love, and frankly considers himself cursed. Things with Danica feel different, though, and he’s terrified of somehow ruining this relationship as well.
“Why do you have to be both absurdly hot and wickedly smart?”
On Danica’s end, she’s got her own expectations causing issues. Witches can’t tell mundanes they exist; they’re ensorcelled at birth to alert the witch council if they do, and offending parties are mind-wiped/turned into animals. Danica thinks that there’s a curse on her family where if she marries a mundane, she’ll lose her magic, like her mother. Nothing, she imagines, could be worth sacrificing the bonds of friendship she has with her coven. So no matter how much of a connection she feels to Titus, any sort of relationship with him has no future… but she can’t quite keep away from him, even when her nearest and dearest are dead-set against the relationship.
One of the things I liked in this book was its exploration of family. Danica’s grandmother claims she only wants the best for her, and that’s why she keeps pushing her to make a match with a witch from an old, established family. Problem is, they’re all jerks who are only interested in her for her pedigree. Titus’s dad remarried shortly after his mother died and moved away from the town they grew up in, leaving Titus and his younger sister Maya in order to play step-dad to his newest wife’s kids. To say his actions are hurtful, well, that would be downplaying Titus and Maya’s feelings, and they don’t really want anything to do with his new family. But as each character gets various bombshells dropped on them by their families, they’re each forced to reckon with their own definitions of families and needed boundaries. Each character makes different choices in how they deal with them, and they felt true to the character.
There’s definite sequel bait with Danica’s cousin, Clem, and the witch hunter who comes into town, and several plot threads involving him are left hanging. To be honest, I had mixed feelings about Clem. She seemed very harsh to Danica when it was obvious to everyone else how much she was hurting and I’m curious how much overlap there will be between her book and this one.
Overall, this was an adorable and hot read. Definitely recommend reading this one with at least one gooey cinnamon roll handy!
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Yes, the book is just as sweet and adorable as the cover suggests. At one point, Titus feels like he’s “stumbled into a mystic portal where everything was weirder and more interesting and infinitely better” which honestly is a pretty good description of how I felt reading this book.
It also helps to boost the local economy, as visitors from around the world come to experience the event and explore the country. The Magical Kenya Open has played a crucial role in developing golf in Kenya. The tournament has inspired and nurtured local talent, with Kenyan golfers participating and gaining exposure at an international level. The event has also helped to increase interest in the sport among the general public, leading to the growth of golf clubs and facilities in the country. In recent years, the Magical Kenya Open has gained even greater significance with its inclusion in the European Tour. This has elevated the tournament's status and attracted a higher caliber of players. The event now offers valuable ranking points and is a stepping stone for many golfers towards qualification for major championships. Overall, the Magical Kenya Open represents a unique blend of sport, tourism, and community development. It not only showcases the beauty of Kenya but also provides an opportunity for local talent to shine on the international stage. The tournament continues to grow in popularity and significance, ensuring that Kenya remains a prominent destination on the global golfing map..
Reviews for "Enchanting Wildlife Encounters at Magical Kenya Open"
1. John - 2 stars
The Magical Kenya Open fell short of my expectations. The event lacked organization and there didn't seem to be a clear plan in place for managing the large crowd. The lines were long, the food options were limited, and it was difficult to find a spot to watch the tournament. Additionally, the staff appeared overwhelmed and unhelpful. Overall, it was a disappointing experience that didn't live up to the hype.
2. Sarah - 3 stars
While the Magical Kenya Open had some exciting moments, I found it to be quite underwhelming. The venue was not well-maintained, with broken seats and poor signage. The event also lacked entertainment options for spectators, leaving us with little to do between matches. The quality of the food and drinks available was subpar and overpriced. It's a shame because the potential for a great experience was there, but it just didn't deliver.
3. Michael - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to the Magical Kenya Open, but unfortunately, it left a lot to be desired. The tournament was poorly organized, with long delays between matches and little communication about what was happening. The viewing areas were inadequate, and it was difficult to get a good view of the action. The overall experience was frustrating and lacking in excitement. I hope they improve these issues in the future to make it a more enjoyable event for everyone.