Witch Is the Nest Now Empty

A Witch P.I. Mystery #49

by Adele Abbott

Several years have passed since last we saw the family Maxwell. During those intervening years, there have been a number of changes:
- Florence now attends CASS full-time and only comes home on the occasional weekend and during the holidays
- Jack has a new career which, although challenging, he enjoys immensely.
- Jill has a (nearly) new receptionist.

But some things never change:
- Jill is just as busy as ever.
- Winky is still up to his old tricks (but even he has changed a little)

342 pages, Kindle Edition

First published August 2, 2024

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Reviews

[MaKai Magie · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s hard to believe this is the 49th book (or more as I read the off shoots) and I still love them. It’s like catching up with an old friend. You laugh, you cry, and are sad to see the last page.

[Lynette K · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was another breezy read. The author decided to move forward about five years so several changes. I’m not sure how I feel about those changes but I guess they make sense.

Jill is the same, still a working PI who lucks into solving her cases. Her daughter is mostly off the page off at CASS. Jack now runs the neighborhood supermarket which seems like an odd choice but it’s fine.

I’m glad Winky is still around because his antics are my favorite part of the series. I was a bit annoyed by Jill running around GT with Winky, acting like she had no idea where anything is, as a reader we know she has been there numerous times and knows a ton of people there, so I don’t know why that plot point was there except to make her look silly again.

There are also some other weird inconsistencies in the book for instance at one point Jill says she couldn’t quit being a PI because ‘we needed my income to cover all our outgoings’ but later said ‘if I so desired, I could have given up PI work l, and joined him full time in the store’. I don’t really understand how things like this aren’t caught by an editor but somehow they bug me.

Jill looking for a new accountant was silly, especially as we’re told she deducts cat food and custard creams as a business expense and has learned nothing as to how to do her books after, what, 15 years as a PI? I mean how does she pay rent or even function. I know it’s supposed to be funny but it really wasn’t.

We also had the usual family dynamics, which were predictable but fine. None of them will ever learn and it’s okay as far as filler goes.

I find these books palate cleanser level and for that, they work. I’ll pick up the next one when I need a quirky or breezy quick read.

[Debra Chiaro · Rating 5 out of 5]

BEST SERIES EVER!!!

Adele Abbott has had me hooked on this series since the first book. Jill's humor and pit falls and just her whole attitude about life in general has had me falling off my chair laughing, (well almost). And how she now and then speaks to the reader as if we don't believe what Jill is thinking. I'm glad there is another book, although I hate having to wait till next year for it. But I'm sure Ms Abbott will tie it altogether in the end. I just don't want to see it end, ever! There was so much going on in book 49 that I loved reading it and will read it again before I let it go. That said, all the characters have become so familiar and I don't want to let them go either. It's like having to give up a soap opera! So now I will grieve till I get the next book.

[Sue Ellen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This time, I liked most of the changes that came from the five year jump. I was devastated by the news that Winky had gone, but quickly relieved that his ghost was still around, and that his missing eye had been restored. It was a relief to have her bratty kid away at school! My only wish is that we would see her stretch her witchy skills a bit more. It seems as if the doppelganger spell was her main sleuthing tool. She's letting her magical skills go stagnant. Still, I enjoyed this one more than the past few.

[marianne chase · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty good Read

I like the book as a fast and easy read. What I don't like are the names given to most of the characters involved in the ensuing plot each time or the young juvenile humor. "Bernt Toste" for a character is plain ridiculous and irritating. This series of books could be so much better if the lowest bar towards humor was dropped.

[Freda Lawes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another clever, funny book

I love this series of books and this one was as good as ever.
The clever playing on words to come up with the new characters has me laughing out loud often.
The detective work is pretty good too. Bring on the next book as soon as possible!

[Jill Doneske · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Nest Now Empty

Another fun book. Again, lots of funny names for the characters. And again, I love it when Jill speaks to the reader. Oh, and when Winky was making faces at the new accountant. Of course she couldn't see him because he's a ghost now. Too funny.

[Amk256 King · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars cause actually enjoyed this one more than the last one. I can’t help myself but to want to read more of the same story instantly. That’s got to be a win win! It’s like kids books for adults and I’m big fan of that at the end of an adulting day!!

[Laura-Jean Slykhuis · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Very entertaining read!

I hadn't read a Witch is ... Book for a while. I really was eager each time I got a chance to get back to the story. Jill was in good form!
I recommend this series to anyone who wants a good story without too much tension and no gore.

[Krista · Rating 3 out of 5]

Life with Jill is always a hoot! I love the flash forward into the future. Jill is still Jill!

[c.jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

brilliant

I love all her books really recommend ,you have funny in parts and investigations that’s really good .i think Adele Abbott is a fantastic author

[Elias Seraphim · Rating 5 out of 5]

love this series

I have been a huge fan of this series since the beginning and I sincerely love it. Funny, light reading, and utterly enjoyable

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Series!

Forty-nine books in, and I'm still hooked. These books are so fun, I always look forward to the next one. Can't wait for #50!

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

another great read

Another book I wanted to read and not put down. I love Jill, her family and the antics she gets up to. Glad the stories keep coming.

[Mrs A L Carson · Rating 5 out of 5]

love this story

I loved this story and enjoyed the complexity of the characters. The characters are very interesting and they have some complex elements