A paranormal women’s fiction series filled with bold female characters over 50, and in the prime of their lives. After discovering she has supernatural powers and has been chosen to conspire with Karma, Katie’s first mission involves a desperate pregnant woman and has her tangling with unsavory characters from her great-great grandmother's checkered past. But when Katie is abducted by a menacing mob leader, her best friend, Frankie, takes matters into her own hands. Teaming up with Katie's family and her trusty dog, Arlo, they embark on a heart-pounding race against time to find her. Meanwhile, Yuli finds herself forced to consider joining forces with her mortal enemy, Zoya, in order to bring her granddaughter home, leading to a showdown between good and evil that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This is book 2 of the Midlife in Aura Cove Series— A little Florida Town with Big Secrets.
Under the pen names of Ninya and Blair Bryan, this creative powerhouse channels her passion into crafting stories that entertain and immerse readers of paranormal women's fiction, travel memoir, and contemporary women's fiction.
A risk-taker by nature, Blair Bryan fearlessly embarked on her author journey at the age of 44, bringing to life captivating tales that will leave you on the edge of your seat. She's a magnet for wild experiences, breathtaking locations, and fascinating individuals, seamlessly weaving their essence into her women's fiction novels. From unexpected encounters to daring escapades, she draws inspiration from the tapestry of her own life, ensuring an endless supply of captivating storylines that will leave you hungry for more.
If you love a good dirty joke, a cup of coffee so strong you can chew it, and have killed more cats with your curiosity than you can count, she might be your soulmate.
I ordered the first book online, because I was intrigued by a fifty year old witch. It ended with a complete cliffhanger. I wasn’t terribly impressed by the character development, but the plot was exciting. So, I ordered the next two books. Katie is an incredibly sweet, naive woman who comes from a family of witches. In this world, the powers skip generations, so her mother was normal. However, her great-grandmother is still alive, and is really interested in Katie’s peers, because it’s a standard power of three scenario. Katie annoyed me greatly in the first novel, because she offers to help a pregnant young woman who happens to be married to an evil member of the Mob. Katie collects Marisa and takes her to her luxurious home ( naturally, Katie is incredibly wealthy), assures Marisa she is safe, and leaves to collect groceries. Katie comes home to find her dog outside and frantic, and opens the door to find Marisa tied up. REALLY? She felt a black cloud surrounding the husband, and is aware that his family is known for violence and escaping Justice! I’m not sure how long I will keep reading.
I had high hopes for this series and they are being fulfilled! In the first book, Bryan created memorable, mostly endearing but always compelling characters and an intriguing setting. This fast-paced sequel brings these strong women together to save one of their own in a breathless chase to the finish. And leaves the reader wondering whether perhaps not everything is as black and white as we originally believed? Can't wait for the next book in this delicious series!
The feminist witch story continues. Katie is taken hostage along with her new friend, Marisa, wife of the mob boss. Her best friend, Frankie, joins forces with Detective Harrison Willey to find her. Yuli, her grandmother is also tracking her down but her great-great-grandmother, Zoya, is also looking. Another interesting installment as we discover the darkness surrounding Zoya.
This book was a pleasure to read. There are so many story arcs I could hardly keep up. I liked the way Katie discovered her magic. It was subtly revealed. With each revelation, you were pulled into the story more and more. I'm definitely reading the next book in the series.
The storylines in this series are captivating and immensely engaging, offering a thrilling narrative that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Each episode unfolds with intricate plot developments and compelling character arcs that create an exciting and dynamic viewing experience.
This second book in the series had so much going on that it kept me on my toes. There’s danger, new friends, new family and still some humor. I really find the character of Zoya off putting. There are elements to her that seem irredeemable but she does seem protective of Katie. I am enjoying seeing Katie grow in her confidence and strength.
Another page turner. I love learning more about the pain that drives Zoya, and love that guides Katie and Yuli. It seems a big heart can only expand the heart of others. Thanks for this story! We truly need this line of thought right now!
Watch as Katie and Yuli out smart Zoya ( even with the help of Lillith)! Family is everything and when you work together you can conquer anything- even a kidnapping by a Mobster!