Twisting The Magical Fires

Midlife Witchery #15

by Brenda Trim

The Backside of Forty are back and in the hot spot in book 15!

Genres: Fantasy, Fae

242 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 4, 2023

About the author

Brenda's Paranormal Women's Fiction

Mystical Midlife in Maine Series
1. Magical Makeover
2. Laugh Lines & Lost Things
3. Hellmouth & Hot Flashes
4. Holidays With Hades
5. Saggy But Witty in Crescent City
6. Nasty Curses & Big Purses
7. Fae Forged Axes & Chin Waxes
8. Demonic Stones & Creaky Bones
9. Underworld Frights & Sleepless Nights
10. Pixie Dust & Brain Rust
11. Magical Hands & Silver Strands
12. Deadly Quips & Furry Lips
13. Enchanted Tattoos & Lost Fools
14. Shady Secrets & Sun Spots

Twisted Sisters Midlife Maelstrom Series
1. Packing Serious Magical Mojo
2. Cadaver On Canal Street
3. Seances & Second Line Parades
4. French Quarter Fae
5. King's Day Magical Mischief
6. Etou-Fae The Hard Way
7. Hurricanes, Heros & Hail Marys
8. Royal Street Romp
9. Levees, Lost Crowns & Loa
10. Mud Bugs & Cherished Hugs
11. Creole Dishes & Deadly Wishes

Brenda's Paranormal Romance Books
DARK WARRIOR ALLIANCE SERIES
1. Dream Warrior
2. Mystik Warrior
3. Pemas Storm
4. Isis Betrayal
5. Deviant Warrior
6. Suvi's Revenge
7. Scarred Warrior
8. Hellbound Warrior
9. Isobel
10. Rogue Warrior
11. Shattered Warrior

Reviews

[Cathy Machacyk · Rating 2 out of 5]

The first half was ok.
The second part felt thrown together and repetitive.
Most of these books are pretty formulaic, but this one was a throw away.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This contemporary paranormal fantasy romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building and characters that are captivating and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with twisting the magical fires, time running out in this fascinating fiery exhilarating roller coaster ride that is unforgettable with ultra-powerful objects, globe-saving adventures, explicit romance that is engulfed by sizzling lust, passion, desire, and spice with all the feelings, fantasy, witch mystery, vampire mysteries, crew of magical mid lifers, balling a bombardment of mythical creatures, legendary beginnings, and a parade of peculiar entities, definitely adds tot he challenge, action, mystery, drama, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with twisting the magical fires and midlife witchery that will have readers on the edge of their seats.

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[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

The action never stops in this one. Fiona, Aislinn, and Violet get a visit from Artemis who, as usual, dumps something in their laps and promptly disappears. This time it is something called the Auric Blaze and it is apparently a beacon for all kinds of supernatural beings. They have been told to somehow connect it to Selene's ashes and it will keep gods and goddesses away from Pymm's Pondside. Yeah, OK. Fiona already has the Fountain of Youth and Selene's godstone on the property, this was the last thing she needed.

A trip to America will ensue where everyone will attend Nina's birthday party and then head to meet up with Nylah to drop off the two OOP. They stick around to help her husband with a werewolf problem, and then visit Fi's kids. Arriving back at Pymm's Pondside, they still have little idea how to accomplish their task. Then the demons start popping up...

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[Toni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phoebe, a Pleiades, Aislinn and Fiona, a nicotisa and Violet are a coven of witches who were once mundies. They are also huntresses for Artemis. Now they are now trying to figure out what to do with the ashes of Selene. Then They are visited by another goddess bringing them fire to help with the ashes. Once that's sort of situated they head to Maine for a birthday party. They contact the relic keeper to ask about dropping off some artifacts. Nylah meets them in NC to collect the artifacts. When the girls discover her husband's problem they let her know they will help with his condition. So off to Nylah's house they go. Their experiences there help. But it's like they solve one problem to have two crop up. Will there work ever be done?
A fantastic story of mid life witches that rally together to get things done.

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[Reader_for_LifeTLG · Rating 5 out of 5]

Magically good - The Backside of Forty trio and their posse stifle more magical mayhem. Characters from all the series make an appearance this time. We celebrate a birthday in ME and Nylah and Arjun get a helping hand with his furry problem in NC. The main event, though, is back home in England. They must figure out how to keep a beloved friend's ashes safe from the supers who would steal them for her residual power. A tough task, especially when everyone seems to be drawn to the power of the object Artemis insists will be helpful. The Auric Blaze is mesmerizing with its godly glow, inciting creatures to crave its power. It's gonna get really hot really quick at Pymm's Pondside, and not just 'cause of the Blaze. A magically good read from beginning to end.

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[Sarah Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was a ton of chaos and nonstop action. The beginning was a little slow as the main characters all traveled to America for a birthday party and a meeting with the new relic keeper. This was a whole new set of issues that the group had to overcome with characters from the other series in this magical world!! Once Fiona returned home with her adopted family the action continued to escalate it was one thing after another until finally they conquered their main problem.

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[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

These Midlife witches have plenty of challenges to face in this book, but they are a determine crew, so they will find a way. There are still heaps of things for them to learn, which comes from discovering thing later in life. Has Artemis thrown them in the deep end yet again? I loved how they are there for one another, the angst/suspense, sarcasm/witt, and steam. I'm looking forward to reading the next one.

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[Brenda Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

These ladies just can't catch a break. The remains of a goddess, Artimis's "help", the invasion of every magical entity they can think of, and a battle with those same entities. I love every installment of this series and can't wait to see what they are facing next. The coven faces each trial and battle with determination and their own brand of magic. This one was definitely a thrill ride from start to finish.

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[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Family the secret ingredient.
Wow another great chapter in the life of the Bof40 and gang! They just get better and better! A trip to the USA, a birthday party, meeting the Relic keeper, visiting the kids, back home and then the drama begins!! A crazy fire, Selene's ashes, a host of magical creatures and battles for the blaze and taking small moments to enjoy life. Whew a lot going on in this chapter! Love it and looking forward to the next adventure!!
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[Sue L · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fantastic story, beautifully written, action packed, surprising, inspiring and spellbinding.
The characters are wonderful, funny, brilliant and interesting. They are constantly evolving and improving their magic, having fascinating adventures, facing dangerous enemies. Their unfailing commitment to each other, the protection of family, friends, the supernatural community and all the world is thrilling. I love this series and can’t wait for more.🥰🤩.

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[Molly · Rating 4 out of 5]

the gift of a bit of the fires of Haephestus is a mixed blessing

the intent might well have been to protect the magic of the goddess Selene. the fires seem to be like catnip to supernaturals, and appear to challenge the wards around the properties, so a really mixed blessing

as other challenges are faced, connections deepen between the Backside of Forty folks and the Twisted Sisters, and the Pleiades Phoebe

complex and dangerous dramas

[Donna Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Another suspenseful read, even more packed full of twists and turns than the last book.

Just when you think they have been through enough thanks to Artemis, she manages to create more havoc in the lives of Fiona, Aislinn, and Violet and their mates. It's all hands on deck including Fiona's mother, Aislinn's daughter, and their supernatural friends. Received a free copy and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Tahnia Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Backside of Forty is in for a ride when Artemis leaves the Auric Blaze at Pymm's Pondside. The fighting commences almost immediately as creatures of all kinds show up wanting a piece of the fuel for Hephaestus's forge. Despite all the fighting, each couple finds their own special alone time. This story has plenty of action, romance, and steam, ending with a cliffhanger. Very highly recommended.

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[Debbie Eyre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 15 and let the chaos and mayhem resume! Artemis tasks them to watch over some super special Godly magical fire but of course things are never as easy as they hope they would be. Action filled as they battle to keep the flame from a whole host of mythical and supernatural beings but no task is too big for our extraordinary characters. This coven’s adventures are exciting and thrilling and I just can’t get enough of them!

[Hilary Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant Series

Twisting The Magical Fires: Midlife Witchery (Midlife Mysteries & Magic Book 37) by Brenda Trim. After going to Nina’s birthday party and meeting Phoebe, Stella, the 6 Twisted Sisters then helping Norah by making a charm to help her husband control his werewolf the Backside of Forty and family return home. There they have many battles against that want the Auric Blaze before they bend it to their magic.

[Karen Fisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Here is another great story of the Backside Of Forty! I loved the magical party for Nina. Nylah and her Pegasus were a surprise but the Auric Blaze was a wow! This is a never ending crisis after the other filled with love, joy, sorrow and pain. The ending is shocking and crazy!.

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[LizJ. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non-stop action & crazy, quirky, witchy family! I love this series it's so much fun and we have a visit with the Twisted Sisters, who btw are very aptly named lol! Looking forward to more craziness with these two series!! Keep it coming Brenda!!.

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[Hannah · Rating 1 out of 5]

Honestly worst book out of every book I've read by this author (I've read over 30) it's clear they needed to pump out another book and didn't have the time or energy. It's a rough draft with a bunch of filler material. You could easily skip this book or just read the last 2 chapters to fill in the important bits between the rest of her series. It was an absolute slog to get through.

[Tami · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grams, Violet, Fiona and Aislynn are a formidable force add in their mates and little Kali and her purple dragon and they are a force not to be messed with.

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[Anne-Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Backside of Forty have their plates full in Twisting the Magical Fires....from birthday parties to fighting demons...they have so much going on.

A fast paced story that keeps you wanting more. Brenda Trim really knows how to keep you reading. She weaves a magical action packed story that you don't know what is going to happen next.

It was nice to read other characters from the author's other series. I love how intertwined the series are and all the characters are wonderful. I really enjoyed the book and I can't wait for the next one.

Highly recommend.

[Teresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

God fire

This book ends with a chapter of the next book Fiona talks about not knowing the cursed women then talks of starla before they find out her name? But that's book 16 not out yet.

[tburbr · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brenda Trim has provided us with endearing characters that will keep you coming back for more. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next.

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[adolph woods · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good as usual

Brenda trim is awesome👍. I love the way she misses the main characters and each with their own gifts. Each has a desire for up lifting others. The uniqueness of each one adds a flavor that is amazing.

[Lesley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not my favourite so far but I still enjoyed it, to be honest I found it a bit annoying, all the stuff that happened one after the other got a bit boring, but as usual the ladies prevailed, and how did the woman at the end get in when they'd just put up the protective barriers?

[Linda Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Written by Brenda Trim

Twisted The Magical Fires, Midlife Witchery Book 16. This is such an exciting and fun series. So much Action, love, Magic and adventure awaits you in this series.

[Loraina Snowden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Midlife Witchery#15

Another packed action storytelling in the series. Sometimes it makes me tired reading all the action but I love the.characters the author has in thse.zeries.

[Doreen Tuell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again, outdone!!

Another fantastic tale!! This story was filled with witches and magic, sisters and fae, dragons and gods, Morgana and potions.

[JANE VAN HORN · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

This is another great book in the Midlife Witchery series by Brenda Trim. I can't wait to read the next one.

[Lee Sherman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twisting the magic firee

Brenda Trim has kept me interested in this series. Looking forward to the next book! I have enjoyed each of them.

[Laura Moylan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fiona, Aislinn, Violet are the Backside of 40, and they are still trying to find a way to hide the godstone of the Goddess of Selene who died. As well as hiding the Fountain of Youth. Artemis herself, had already found the new Relic Keeper, Nylah, for the OOPS. She also gives them the Auric Flame. However, one of the side effects is that it will drop their wards, which is extremely bad. You’ll see as you read. This series just keeps getting more intense, but it so good!

Mini spoiler!

Crossover event!!! A Mega one. It was soooo awesome to see them together. I won’t say who. Lol.

Aislinn’s daughter, Kalliopi is absolutely adorable and just keeps on growing and coming into her own powers. I love that Artemis is so protective of her. Moving on, so much goes on in this book that I was shocked when it actually ended. I was like, wait- wait, nooooo. Lol.

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