Sorcery and Small Magics, The Wildersongs Book 1 By Maiga Doocy

In *Bound by Magic*, debut author Maiga Doocy introduces readers to the whimsical world of Leovander Loveage, an impulsive sorcerer with a talent for small, charming spells—like summoning butterflies or turning hair pink—but a notorious history of disastrous attempts at powerful magic. Having vowed never to dabble in serious sorcery again, Leo finds himself in a predicament when a mishap involving a forbidden spell leaves him bound to obey his longtime rival, the insufferably talented Sebastian Grimm.

Sebastian is everything Leo isn’t: respected, powerful, and utterly exasperating. The two sorcerers share a mutual disdain, but when they realize that revealing the curse could jeopardize their careers, they have no choice but to team up. Their quest leads them into the treacherous Unquiet Wood, a magical forest filled with murderous creatures and dangerous outlaws, as they chase rumors of a sorcerer capable of breaking their curse.

As they navigate the dangers of the forest, Leo must confront his own magical potential while grappling with his growing attraction to Sebastian. The forced partnership challenges their rivalry and uncovers unexpected depths to their relationship. In a tale woven with humor, magic, and romance, Doocy explores themes of trust, redemption, and the surprising bonds that can form in the face of adversity. Can Leo and Sebastian overcome their differences—and their curse—before it’s too late?