"Payback's a Witch" is a captivating rom-com that blends intriguing magical elements with emotional depth. In this story, Emmy Harlow, a witch with limited power, returns to her hometown, Thistle Grove, after years away. Her absence relates to her complicated family history and her desire for independence, but it also connects to Gareth Blackmoore, a heartbreaker from a powerful magical family. As Emmy prepares for a spellcasting tournament that her family oversees, she feels the weight of her family's expectations and the pull of tradition, prompting her return.

Upon arriving, Emmy reconnects with her best friend, Linden Thorn, and crosses paths with Talia Avramov, a skilled witch who practices darker magic and recently faced a painful breakup with Gareth. Talia learns that Gareth was also seeing Linden, leading both women to seek revenge. This unexpected alliance raises questions about loyalty, trust, and feelings, especially as Emmy grapples with her growing attraction to Talia, who is not only strikingly beautiful but impressively capable. The story unfolds with humor, magic, and romance, exploring themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the complexities of love in a world filled with witches.