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West Side Witches #3
Flames and Frying Pans
As the leaves fall, an enemy rises.
All is peaceful at West Side Sandwiches… until Zelda's mother shows up, suitcase in hand, for a surprise visit. When an outing to Broadway goes up in flames, and a new threat bubbles up from the witches' swimming pool, an old-fashioned seance seems like just the thing to settle the spirit world—but in magical Manhattan, nothing is ever that simple.
Ghosts. Magic. Mothers. This time, it's going to take more than spells and sandwiches to save the world.
All is peaceful at West Side Sandwiches… until Zelda's mother shows up, suitcase in hand, for a surprise visit. When an outing to Broadway goes up in flames, and a new threat bubbles up from the witches' swimming pool, an old-fashioned seance seems like just the thing to settle the spirit world—but in magical Manhattan, nothing is ever that simple.
Ghosts. Magic. Mothers. This time, it's going to take more than spells and sandwiches to save the world.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 12, 2024
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18 books201 followersAuthor of cozy fantasy and romance about women who discover that life is magical.
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June 15, 2024On a personal note, I would like to thank all the readers who came with me on this journey. This book is dedicated to you, because you kept me writing even when life got hard. I truly hope this book brings you all the good feelings that you brought me along the way!
Best,
Kate
Best,
Kate
November 2, 2024
Rating 3.5 Stars
Not sure why I continued on with this series since the plot and the characters kind of stayed in the meh category for me.
As writers and readers we expect characters to evolve or at least change a little bit. The main character pretty much stayed the same Zelda. Sarcastic, sometimes to the point of being almost childish for her age of mid 40s. Her feelings towards Daniel and Baron felt the same to the point I was surprised that she all of a sudden said she had feelings for one of them and I just sat there confused, wondering if I missed something since I did not get an inkling of that. In this novel Zelda's mother comes into the picture and even though she could have been a more stronger character since we as readers had not gotten to know her she wasn't really very dimensional either.
As for the plot it was kind of all over the place and in times did not make sense. It didn't make sense for The ending was also very tidily wrapped up again with very little conflict which left this possible conclusion to the trilogy unsatisfying. I still have Poppy's novella to read but after these three I'm not sure I want to continue since although I love Poppy I'm not sure this particular version of New York and it's characters is intriguing enough to continue.
Not sure why I continued on with this series since the plot and the characters kind of stayed in the meh category for me.
As writers and readers we expect characters to evolve or at least change a little bit. The main character pretty much stayed the same Zelda. Sarcastic, sometimes to the point of being almost childish for her age of mid 40s. Her feelings towards Daniel and Baron felt the same to the point I was surprised that she all of a sudden said she had feelings for one of them and I just sat there confused, wondering if I missed something since I did not get an inkling of that. In this novel Zelda's mother comes into the picture and even though she could have been a more stronger character since we as readers had not gotten to know her she wasn't really very dimensional either.
As for the plot it was kind of all over the place and in times did not make sense. It didn't make sense for The ending was also very tidily wrapped up again with very little conflict which left this possible conclusion to the trilogy unsatisfying. I still have Poppy's novella to read but after these three I'm not sure I want to continue since although I love Poppy I'm not sure this particular version of New York and it's characters is intriguing enough to continue.
December 23, 2025
Nice conclusion for Zelda's story
This was a very satisfying conclusion to Zelda's story. Zelda's mom comes for a surprise visit, Jessica and Daniel are being weirder than normal, Berron and Poppy thankfully are their usual weird. But things still aren't right in New York. Zelda keeps hearing the voice of the Blessed leader she killed a few months ago, but she can't tell what he is trying to tell her. When she figures it out, it may be too late to do anything about it.
I really enjoyed the conclusion to Zelda's story. She did finally learn that even though she wanted to protect everyone, she didn't have to do it alone. Berron is a constant source of annoyance for her, but he is also just constant in her life, and she needs that. There was some serious heartbreak in here for me, and I will never forget the stunning description of the Vale of Amethysts, a place I wish I could visit. But Zelda and her friends were wonderful to visit and get to know in this series.
“Not being ‘normal,’” I said, “is our strength.”
This was a very satisfying conclusion to Zelda's story. Zelda's mom comes for a surprise visit, Jessica and Daniel are being weirder than normal, Berron and Poppy thankfully are their usual weird. But things still aren't right in New York. Zelda keeps hearing the voice of the Blessed leader she killed a few months ago, but she can't tell what he is trying to tell her. When she figures it out, it may be too late to do anything about it.
I really enjoyed the conclusion to Zelda's story. She did finally learn that even though she wanted to protect everyone, she didn't have to do it alone. Berron is a constant source of annoyance for her, but he is also just constant in her life, and she needs that. There was some serious heartbreak in here for me, and I will never forget the stunning description of the Vale of Amethysts, a place I wish I could visit. But Zelda and her friends were wonderful to visit and get to know in this series.
“Not being ‘normal,’” I said, “is our strength.”
July 23, 2024
3.5 stars
Flames and Frying Pans is the third in the West Side Witches series by Kate Moseman. Vampires, Fairies and Witches, oh my. Plus, a sandwich shop, saving New York, and an unexpected visit from mom. There is a lot going on in Zelda’s life.
This is a cozy and short novel that is great for a quick read when it’s time to escape real life. Unfortunately, I didn’t read the first two in the series and missed the world building and magical set up for how all of the various factions work together. This made it seem a little disjointed but that is likely my fault rather than the author’s. I did love the missing person chase through various places in the city.
Thank you to Kate Moseman and Librarything for the book to review.
Flames and Frying Pans is the third in the West Side Witches series by Kate Moseman. Vampires, Fairies and Witches, oh my. Plus, a sandwich shop, saving New York, and an unexpected visit from mom. There is a lot going on in Zelda’s life.
This is a cozy and short novel that is great for a quick read when it’s time to escape real life. Unfortunately, I didn’t read the first two in the series and missed the world building and magical set up for how all of the various factions work together. This made it seem a little disjointed but that is likely my fault rather than the author’s. I did love the missing person chase through various places in the city.
Thank you to Kate Moseman and Librarything for the book to review.
October 28, 2024
Another wonderful story. I’m enjoying watching Zelda learn more about her magic and what she can do with it. She is great at thinking quickly on her feet. She offed Prospero but is struggling a bit with the guilt of it after she wonders what she could have done differently. Luckily her mom comes to town and it is a good but tense distraction. Zelda keeps hearing Prospero call her name in a couple of places which isn’t helping with her guilt. Seems The Arcade isn’t done with Zelda and her family. The story takes a tragic turn that I didn’t see coming but am happy with the outcome. I am really enjoying this series and learning more about the characters. I listened to this book and it seemed to go by so quickly! Now I have to patiently wait for the next one!
August 4, 2024
I think I would have enjoyed it even more if I had read the first two books in series so that I knew the characters better. But it still was great clean fun! There was a lot of good creative imagination (There are magical creatures and mundane, (but still magical) creatures, characters I love (especially Zelda), set in NYC (great descriptions), and a terrific ending! All in all, a light, fun book.
I entered and won a free paperback book from Cthe author via LibraryThing Giveaway. Thank you!
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I entered and won a free paperback book from Cthe author via LibraryThing Giveaway. Thank you!
urbanfantasy #cozyfantasy #pwf #paranormalwomensfiction #paranormalromance @ibpa
August 7, 2024
A Totally Unique Story
A super natural story but a unique one. Zelda and her friends have to save New York from becoming a supernatural prison. How do you know you love someone? By the sacrifices they make for you. Completely filled with information not in usual supernatural books! Descriptions are so well written that they create excitement. Be prepared to read this in one sitting!
A super natural story but a unique one. Zelda and her friends have to save New York from becoming a supernatural prison. How do you know you love someone? By the sacrifices they make for you. Completely filled with information not in usual supernatural books! Descriptions are so well written that they create excitement. Be prepared to read this in one sitting!
March 23, 2025
A fun read, and took me a second to decide that the “fights” in it was very sub par but that is okay!.!. Because the book brings other joys like found family, slowly falling in love and learning to accept life as it is.
New york has never sounded so fun to me!
New york has never sounded so fun to me!
August 25, 2025
Captivating!
This is a fascinating tale of humor, love, friendship, family, and magic. It’s fast paced, well written, and has a story line that’s chock full of mystery, action, and a bit of romance.
I enjoyed it immensely and highly recommend it.
This is a fascinating tale of humor, love, friendship, family, and magic. It’s fast paced, well written, and has a story line that’s chock full of mystery, action, and a bit of romance.
I enjoyed it immensely and highly recommend it.
January 15, 2026
It took me a second to remember what happened in the past books because it had been a while since I read them, but I had a good time with this one. It was fun to be back with these characters & their magical, whimsical world in NYC.
October 14, 2024
3.75 stars
Cute ending to a fun story
Cute ending to a fun story
December 4, 2024
Cute. Sarcastic. Easy read. No spice.
February 19, 2025
Have enjoyed the whole West Side Witches series. If you want to be entertained and enjoy a well crafted story, you will not be disappointed.
March 7, 2025
I would say this was my favorite of the series…it didn’t just end, it wrapped up nicely…good series for a young teenager
March 11, 2025
I loved it!!!! They’re so cute!!!!!!!! I love their whole found family vibe!!!
May 7, 2025
A sweet conclusion to the trilogy!
Everything was pretty much resolved and I am so happy HE CAME BACK!
Loved this cozy series and will definitely look into this author’s other work.
Everything was pretty much resolved and I am so happy HE CAME BACK!
Loved this cozy series and will definitely look into this author’s other work.
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May 20, 2025
Fun series
June 9, 2025
Fabulously feel-food fantasy!
October 9, 2025
Another cute read from the series.
November 15, 2025
flames and frying pans by kate moseman. the amount of hijinx in this book was off the page. and how this ended was just pure awesomeness
November 21, 2024
What a great way to end the series 👏 🙌. I loved this Littles series of books. I picked it up around Halloween and just gave it a chance. This last book tied it nicely together. Tears, love, drama, fights, and a perfect ending. I couldn't ask for a better little series. I say give it a whirl. I found it enjoyed to escape to a different world and fall into some magic.
December 18, 2025
An ARC was provided in exchange for an honest review. This did not influence my thoughts in any way.
I'm so glad I won a copy of this book. I started from the beginning and read the first and second books in the series. The stories were so much fun! I loved Zelda and her adorable little poodle. Poppy the fire witch was a friend I wish I had. The series seems like it could be concluded but I would really enjoy reading more stories from this world. Thank you to Kate Moseman for my copy of this book and her kind message!
I'm so glad I won a copy of this book. I started from the beginning and read the first and second books in the series. The stories were so much fun! I loved Zelda and her adorable little poodle. Poppy the fire witch was a friend I wish I had. The series seems like it could be concluded but I would really enjoy reading more stories from this world. Thank you to Kate Moseman for my copy of this book and her kind message!
July 7, 2025
Cute series, a bit fluffy but a nice magical mystery.
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