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Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries #27
Southern Secrets
Can Pepper get her dragon gift?
Pepper Reign is still reeling from the consequences of having her goodness stolen by Wells Morgan—and the results were so bad that cousin Amelia isn’t speaking to her. Determined to reclaim what was taken, Pepper, Axel, and Betty confront Wells about the theft.
But he’s dead—stone cold dead.
Not only did the man leave a menagerie of dragons, but he also left a house full of suspects—a trophy wife, an adult son, and two apprentices.
Turns out, not only does Pepper need to find her goodness before she spirals into darkness, but she and her family must also uncover Wells’s killer.
In fact, they’ve been charged with that job—and are supposed to stay at the mansion until the murderer is named.
But there are distractions—finding her goodness and acquiring a dragon’s gift. Wait. What? A gift from a dragon? Apparently her dragon Hugo can bestow her with a magical gift. But what is it? And can she receive it before the murderer strikes again?
Because she, Axel, and Betty are stuck in a house with a killer and there are no guarantees that murder is off the table. Can Pepper find the killer before he or she strikes again? Or will she lose not only her goodness, but the most valuable essence of all—her life?
Southern Secrets is book 27 in the ongoing Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries. If you love all things Southern including liberal use of the words y’all, and ma’am, along with sweet tea, you’ll adore binge reading about Pepper and her found family. In these books you’ll find a spunky heroine, hilarious old lady antics, warm family feels, and sweet romance. If you’re new to the series, start with Southern Magic.
Pepper Reign is still reeling from the consequences of having her goodness stolen by Wells Morgan—and the results were so bad that cousin Amelia isn’t speaking to her. Determined to reclaim what was taken, Pepper, Axel, and Betty confront Wells about the theft.
But he’s dead—stone cold dead.
Not only did the man leave a menagerie of dragons, but he also left a house full of suspects—a trophy wife, an adult son, and two apprentices.
Turns out, not only does Pepper need to find her goodness before she spirals into darkness, but she and her family must also uncover Wells’s killer.
In fact, they’ve been charged with that job—and are supposed to stay at the mansion until the murderer is named.
But there are distractions—finding her goodness and acquiring a dragon’s gift. Wait. What? A gift from a dragon? Apparently her dragon Hugo can bestow her with a magical gift. But what is it? And can she receive it before the murderer strikes again?
Because she, Axel, and Betty are stuck in a house with a killer and there are no guarantees that murder is off the table. Can Pepper find the killer before he or she strikes again? Or will she lose not only her goodness, but the most valuable essence of all—her life?
Southern Secrets is book 27 in the ongoing Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries. If you love all things Southern including liberal use of the words y’all, and ma’am, along with sweet tea, you’ll adore binge reading about Pepper and her found family. In these books you’ll find a spunky heroine, hilarious old lady antics, warm family feels, and sweet romance. If you’re new to the series, start with Southern Magic.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 22, 2023
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About the author
Amy Boyles
158 books1,531 followersHey, I’m Amy,
I write books for folks who crave laugh-out-loud paranormal mysteries. I help bring humor into readers’ lives. I’ve got a Pharm D in pharmacy, a BA in Creative Writing and a Masters in Life.
And when I’m not writing or chasing around two small children (one of which is four going on thirteen), I can be found antique shopping for a great deal, getting my roots touched up (because that’s an every four week job) and figuring out when I can get back to Disney World.
If you’re dying to know more about my wacky life, here are three things you don’t know about me.
—In college I spent a semester at Marvel Comics working in the X-Men office.
—I worked at Carnegie Hall.
—I grew up in a barbecue restaurant—literally. My parents owned one.
If you want to reach out to me—and I love to hear from readers—you can email me at amyboylesauthor@gmail.com.
Happy reading!
I write books for folks who crave laugh-out-loud paranormal mysteries. I help bring humor into readers’ lives. I’ve got a Pharm D in pharmacy, a BA in Creative Writing and a Masters in Life.
And when I’m not writing or chasing around two small children (one of which is four going on thirteen), I can be found antique shopping for a great deal, getting my roots touched up (because that’s an every four week job) and figuring out when I can get back to Disney World.
If you’re dying to know more about my wacky life, here are three things you don’t know about me.
—In college I spent a semester at Marvel Comics working in the X-Men office.
—I worked at Carnegie Hall.
—I grew up in a barbecue restaurant—literally. My parents owned one.
If you want to reach out to me—and I love to hear from readers—you can email me at amyboylesauthor@gmail.com.
Happy reading!
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October 28, 2023
Your Dragon missed you…..loved it
I thought this was the end of the series, I’m so happy it’s not. This book was interesting. I’m so happy Wells got what he deserved. The only beings he seemed to treat with any sort of respect were dragons. He was an awful person. This author always has new characters in her books, the one in the pond was very interesting. I’m happy there is another book coming. I love these characters.
I thought this was the end of the series, I’m so happy it’s not. This book was interesting. I’m so happy Wells got what he deserved. The only beings he seemed to treat with any sort of respect were dragons. He was an awful person. This author always has new characters in her books, the one in the pond was very interesting. I’m happy there is another book coming. I love these characters.
November 8, 2023
dragons and more telepathic creatures
This was another fantastic book! Magic,mysteries and telepathic creatures all mixes with love! People loving people,solving mysterious deaths and stolen essences.These Sweet tea witch’s never fail to make you feel good by the end of the story Amy Boyles is a wonderful storyteller! I hope y’all find.read and enjoy.I highly recommend this series!!!
This was another fantastic book! Magic,mysteries and telepathic creatures all mixes with love! People loving people,solving mysterious deaths and stolen essences.These Sweet tea witch’s never fail to make you feel good by the end of the story Amy Boyles is a wonderful storyteller! I hope y’all find.read and enjoy.I highly recommend this series!!!
November 11, 2023
Death and DRAGONS await! 🐉
Pepper and Axel arrive with Grandma on Wells' property to take back the ladies essence only to find Wells has been murdered!
A real who-done-it with a long list of potential suspects, twists involving the dragons and Pepper about getting herself killed in multiple ways. Great read that you won't want to put down!!!
Pepper and Axel arrive with Grandma on Wells' property to take back the ladies essence only to find Wells has been murdered!
A real who-done-it with a long list of potential suspects, twists involving the dragons and Pepper about getting herself killed in multiple ways. Great read that you won't want to put down!!!
March 9, 2024
Wonderful!
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, who doesn't love a story marginalised dragons, witches, murder, and romance?
So, Magnolia Grove has new residents. I wonder how the town's folk will welcome these new additions. Plus, Cordelia and her guys have a massive surprise.
I really cannot wait to read the next book in this awesome series.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, who doesn't love a story marginalised dragons, witches, murder, and romance?
So, Magnolia Grove has new residents. I wonder how the town's folk will welcome these new additions. Plus, Cordelia and her guys have a massive surprise.
I really cannot wait to read the next book in this awesome series.
July 17, 2024
Love Amy Boyles! And Sweet Tea Witch Mysteries series is great!! I was looking forward to reading all 28 books this Summer, and what the heck, #28 doesn't come out until Sept. 22nd! I'm so disappointed. But will wait. I waited for the Withering Storm for months, I can do that now too.
Starting on the Seven Suitors for Seven Witches series now.
Starting on the Seven Suitors for Seven Witches series now.
February 20, 2025
GREAT Book!!! A real "whodunit"!!!!
This book kept me guessing until the end! I really loved the plot twists, fun dragons, and flirty interactions with Pepper and Axel. I can't wait for Book 28!!
This book kept me guessing until the end! I really loved the plot twists, fun dragons, and flirty interactions with Pepper and Axel. I can't wait for Book 28!!
October 23, 2023
Fantastic read! Dragons, dragons, and more dragons; what could possibly happen?
October 23, 2023
Fabulous read
I could not put down this book. So intriguing, I read it in one sitting. Love this author. Another win for Boyles
I could not put down this book. So intriguing, I read it in one sitting. Love this author. Another win for Boyles
October 28, 2023
Magic and dragons
Pepper and Axel stay at the Wells home to find out who murdered Mr. Wells. They are adopted by the dragons and gifted with more magic.
Pepper and Axel stay at the Wells home to find out who murdered Mr. Wells. They are adopted by the dragons and gifted with more magic.
November 10, 2023
Great cozy mystery
Kept me guessing. Fun frolic with dragons and a murder, too! Amy Bottles knows how to cast a spell with her books!
Kept me guessing. Fun frolic with dragons and a murder, too! Amy Bottles knows how to cast a spell with her books!
December 14, 2023
Great read
I love this series. So you should start from the beginning and read them all for yourself to enjoy! Go
I love this series. So you should start from the beginning and read them all for yourself to enjoy! Go
June 14, 2024
Fun book
The plot lines were intriguing and suspenseful. I guessed wrong. The characters continue to grow and develop. On to the next.
The plot lines were intriguing and suspenseful. I guessed wrong. The characters continue to grow and develop. On to the next.
September 25, 2024
Fun book to read.
Good reading, fun to read. Liked the writers style.
Easy to understand. Just a fun read. Want more by this author.
Good reading, fun to read. Liked the writers style.
Easy to understand. Just a fun read. Want more by this author.
January 25, 2025
Murder at a dragon ranch
An evil man, who stole Pepper's and Betty's "goodness", is found murdered when they and Axel go to get it back. They meet a whole flock of dragons.
An evil man, who stole Pepper's and Betty's "goodness", is found murdered when they and Axel go to get it back. They meet a whole flock of dragons.
May 19, 2025
Loving this series. This book was really good and I'm now ready to read the next last one, sadly klast one, in this enjoyable series.
June 25, 2025
Entertaining and
July 27, 2025
Good
It's a very interesting and emotional story and finding out when trying to right a wrong that you have more gifts awaiting you with your dragon
It's a very interesting and emotional story and finding out when trying to right a wrong that you have more gifts awaiting you with your dragon
August 24, 2025
better and better
Each book in this series gets better and better. They could all stand alone, but why? You will definitely want to read them all.
Each book in this series gets better and better. They could all stand alone, but why? You will definitely want to read them all.
November 9, 2025
Totally awesome!
This book was filled to the brim with action, surprises, intrigue, and murder!! Never a dull moment from yet
another great installment from Ms Boyles
This book was filled to the brim with action, surprises, intrigue, and murder!! Never a dull moment from yet
another great installment from Ms Boyles
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