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Mystic Inn #1
Witchy Reservations
There's nothing practical about magic—which is why I ditched my wand years ago.
Thirteen years, to be exact.
The day I left Silverlake.
Except now, a family emergency has called me back home, and quite frankly, I'd rather be anywhere but here.
But when my aunt raises her wand to cure a friend and he ends up dead, it becomes abundantly clear I'm not leaving anytime soon.
Welcome to Silverlake, a place where nothing is EVER as it seems... and where a witch can find, and lose, a lot more than herself.
Thirteen years, to be exact.
The day I left Silverlake.
Except now, a family emergency has called me back home, and quite frankly, I'd rather be anywhere but here.
But when my aunt raises her wand to cure a friend and he ends up dead, it becomes abundantly clear I'm not leaving anytime soon.
Welcome to Silverlake, a place where nothing is EVER as it seems... and where a witch can find, and lose, a lot more than herself.
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First published July 27, 2020
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Stephanie Damore
90 books161 followersI'm a mystery author with a soft spot for romance and humor, too. I love all things girlie with a dollop of danger, have a strong affinity for the color pink (especially in diamonds and champagne), and, not to brag, but chocolate and I are in a pretty serious relationship.
My books are fun and flirty, and feature smart and sassy sleuths. If you love books with a dash of spice and twist of whodunit, you're going to love my work!
My books are fun and flirty, and feature smart and sassy sleuths. If you love books with a dash of spice and twist of whodunit, you're going to love my work!
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April 2, 2023
Sometimes You Can Go Back Home.
A fun, witchy read that was fast paced and had wonderful characters you could invest in. A series that I will definitely read more of.
A fun, witchy read that was fast paced and had wonderful characters you could invest in. A series that I will definitely read more of.
March 26, 2021
Feel-good reading
A perfect light and satisfying story for those who enjoy witchy shenanigans, fun and eccentric characters, and a bad guy who gets what he deserves. Checks all the boxes and leaves you with a smile.
A perfect light and satisfying story for those who enjoy witchy shenanigans, fun and eccentric characters, and a bad guy who gets what he deserves. Checks all the boxes and leaves you with a smile.
November 3, 2024
Cozy, to the point, gave closure.
Not much romance.
Not much romance.
May 1, 2022
How could one little healing spell do so much damage? Drawn back to her hometown, Angelica Nightingale finds her previously well-ordered life turned upside down when her aunt is accused of murdering a fellow businessman with a cursed spell. With the police only looking at her aunt as a suspect, it's up to Angelica and her friends to solve the murder.
This story had a rocky start with me. I'm never happy when subterfuge is used to manipulate a loved one into doing something that's clearly against their will. Such was the beginning of this book. As I read on, I began to like the town and its uniqueness though I never really warmed to the main characters. The ghost, in particular, really irritates me. There were enough side characters who I did like that I will read on...
This story had a rocky start with me. I'm never happy when subterfuge is used to manipulate a loved one into doing something that's clearly against their will. Such was the beginning of this book. As I read on, I began to like the town and its uniqueness though I never really warmed to the main characters. The ghost, in particular, really irritates me. There were enough side characters who I did like that I will read on...
May 20, 2022
I think it’s super gross when the mom/aunt/grandma/landlady character are so sure they know what is best for the younger person that they meddle with her dating life and relationships. It’s not cute or healthy it’s intrusive and toxic. You can offer advice Old Ones but we have to make our own mistakes.
It was hard to like the main character who ghosted EVERYONE in town (friends and family alike) for seven years …because her boyfriend broke up with her.
And of course we dislike the boring accountant who doesn’t compliment his date’s outfit and likes to eat at the same restaurant every week.
I dislike Vance mostly because a guy of that name took my mother to a party as his date while she was married to my dad. Irrational, but there ya go. (Also - he LOVES her? After seven years apart and seeing her for less than a week? I looked up one of my college sweethearts and learned he turned into the worst kind of MAGA Republican. Go figure.)
The author was lazy with the world building with regards to magic. Just point a stick (sorry, a wand with a unicorn hair core) and say some bastardized Latin - no prep, no ingredients, no special ethical considerations, no karmic costs.
So what is left is a cute little cozy mystery about a city girl who comes back home to help save the town from financial stagnation (because they couldn’t think of a fall fair on their own??) and her auntie from murder charges after a spell goes bad.
Scooby doo ending. (Also - couldn’t her auntie have performed the tracking spell?)
It was okay.
It was hard to like the main character who ghosted EVERYONE in town (friends and family alike) for seven years …because her boyfriend broke up with her.
And of course we dislike the boring accountant who doesn’t compliment his date’s outfit and likes to eat at the same restaurant every week.
I dislike Vance mostly because a guy of that name took my mother to a party as his date while she was married to my dad. Irrational, but there ya go. (Also - he LOVES her? After seven years apart and seeing her for less than a week? I looked up one of my college sweethearts and learned he turned into the worst kind of MAGA Republican. Go figure.)
The author was lazy with the world building with regards to magic. Just point a stick (sorry, a wand with a unicorn hair core) and say some bastardized Latin - no prep, no ingredients, no special ethical considerations, no karmic costs.
So what is left is a cute little cozy mystery about a city girl who comes back home to help save the town from financial stagnation (because they couldn’t think of a fall fair on their own??) and her auntie from murder charges after a spell goes bad.
Scooby doo ending. (Also - couldn’t her auntie have performed the tracking spell?)
It was okay.
April 18, 2025
Read this for bookclub this month. Not my cup of tea. Not bad, just unremarkable. In a month I probably won’t remember this book😬
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April 17, 2022DNF at 15%
Wasn't gripping me and I didn't like the main character and how she ghosted her aunt or how her aunt had to use a ruse to get her back in time. I didn't like how they both acted and it didn't make me interested in continuing.
Wasn't gripping me and I didn't like the main character and how she ghosted her aunt or how her aunt had to use a ruse to get her back in time. I didn't like how they both acted and it didn't make me interested in continuing.
September 17, 2021
A fun and quirky story. Any story that shows the cops are jerks and don’t really care is fine by me.
September 29, 2021
Fun and easy read
This was an easy and Light hearted read. I found myself cheering for characters and trying to figure out the mystery along with the characters. If you are looking for a fun read with a little mystery then this book is for you.
This was an easy and Light hearted read. I found myself cheering for characters and trying to figure out the mystery along with the characters. If you are looking for a fun read with a little mystery then this book is for you.
September 23, 2023
Are there really that many people in the world who remain trapped in high school angst and rivalries ten or more years after graduation? Based on the number of books I see where this is a plot device, there are an abundance of writers who think so...
This was a cutesy paranormal cozy. All the characters seemed to be high school personality clichés: ditz, brainy, jock, prankster, mean girl... The danger level was minimal, the language clean, and the mystery solved in the end.
This was a cutesy paranormal cozy. All the characters seemed to be high school personality clichés: ditz, brainy, jock, prankster, mean girl... The danger level was minimal, the language clean, and the mystery solved in the end.
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September 30, 2024I would give this book solid 2.5 stars.
I downloaded this book for free on Amazon as a promotional offer. This was my gym book - treadmill reading.
This book was a very easy read and very lighthearted. Great book to read when you don’t want to put in a lot of effort.
Structurally and thematically there were some very big holes.
I downloaded this book for free on Amazon as a promotional offer. This was my gym book - treadmill reading.
This book was a very easy read and very lighthearted. Great book to read when you don’t want to put in a lot of effort.
Structurally and thematically there were some very big holes.
November 14, 2024
An interesting start to a new cozy mystery series. This is the first book I’ve read from this author and I really enjoyed it. When Angelica returns to her home town of Silverlake she never intended to stay, she was simply going to help her aunt get back on her feet. But there’s something about the magical town that reminds Angelica about the woman, and witch, that she used to be and how much she has missed that life.
October 8, 2025
Surprised by how short this was. Honestly, the writing wasn’t the best. It has a good story but there’s something missing. Didn’t explain somethings and over explained others.
I feel like if I wrote my very first book, as someone who isn’t a writer, this is how it would sound lmao
I’ll still probably continue on with the short series while I’m waiting for months for all my library holds.
I feel like if I wrote my very first book, as someone who isn’t a writer, this is how it would sound lmao
I’ll still probably continue on with the short series while I’m waiting for months for all my library holds.
December 1, 2023
A great cozy mystery! It's giving Stars Hollow a bit, as it takes place in a small town, where everyone knows each other, and the main character helps to run an inn :D I really enjoyed the parts with family and friends too <3
April 18, 2021
This was a fine, comfy read. The writing was exceptional or anything but it was a good little distraction.
June 20, 2021
Excellent read. Fun characters, an evil villain and a satisfying ending where he gets his face scratched.
December 2, 2021
Quite a fun new light/cozy paranormal mystery series featuring a secret village filled with witches. I've already downloaded the next in the series.
October 20, 2023
Great fun! Magic, murder, multiple suspects, romance and humor. I'm off to read book 2!
November 7, 2023
Hmmm nosy relative melodrama
January 17, 2024
Stuff Your Kindle Day book- straightforward writing and in a pleasant little world. Solving the murder took some unexpected turns which made it enjoyable.
June 11, 2024
Such a fun and lighthearted read. Perfect as a palate cleanser between heavier reads.
April 19, 2022
It's more of a 2.5 stars book. I rounded up because I didn't hate it, just disappointed.
So this review is full of spoilers so if you don't want them I'll space down so you won't see.
Okay, the book has a major, major monumental inconsistent magic issue in the beginning. So the town is supposed to be secret that you need a password to get into, but it's also a camping and trying to be fall destination town.
Also, non magical people glow when in town so it's not a destination for paranormals only. The town wouldn't have a way to tell is your not paranormal if the town was closed to humans.
If that was the only thing I think it would be a 4-ish star book, but it's not the only issues.
They have a character who is useless, Philip. Basically, he's a forgotten character until he needs to turn into an elephant. Really that was his whole point.
Then the murder made no sense. There wasn't any sort of bread crumbs leading to the banker. She mentioned paperwork, but like he's not in the book.
So this review is full of spoilers so if you don't want them I'll space down so you won't see.
Okay, the book has a major, major monumental inconsistent magic issue in the beginning. So the town is supposed to be secret that you need a password to get into, but it's also a camping and trying to be fall destination town.
Also, non magical people glow when in town so it's not a destination for paranormals only. The town wouldn't have a way to tell is your not paranormal if the town was closed to humans.
If that was the only thing I think it would be a 4-ish star book, but it's not the only issues.
They have a character who is useless, Philip. Basically, he's a forgotten character until he needs to turn into an elephant. Really that was his whole point.
Then the murder made no sense. There wasn't any sort of bread crumbs leading to the banker. She mentioned paperwork, but like he's not in the book.
October 15, 2021
This is a very light and easy paranormal cozy mystery and was perfect for my reading mood. It has the definite feel of a hallmark movie (I was envisioning Candace Cameron Bure in the standard Hallmark small town at her aunt's inn).
February 14, 2024
Anyone who accidentally murders the love of their life, inherits a fuckpile of money, and then spends the immediate aftermath dicking around with other people’s love lives and doing exactly zero things that indicate grief should absolutely go to jail. Or at the very least some serious fucking therapy.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 19, 2025
All I have to say is hocus locus
January 27, 2024
The magic and world building was really cool, and I was shocked at the twists in this mystery. I can't wait to read the rest of the series.
February 16, 2024
Over all, the book was okay-ish for me. It was a cute, easy listen - I ended up picking the ebook up during a stuff your kindle day and accidentally purchased the audio with said free ebook and ended up listening to it during a sick day. The sick part could be why I feel like I'm missing a few things, maybe?
Angelica left her witchy town thirteen years ago, dodges her aunt's calls and even her previous BFF has been cast into the closet with her past as a witch as she 'moves on' for bigger and better life things in Chicago. Seemed interesting considering I'm a Chicago native, so sure let's give it a try.
I will say the fact that her aunt had someone call Angelica and basically illude to her aunt being sick and potentially dying just to get her home was actually kind of genius and a great way to send her speeding back to her home.
I'm gonna agree with some of the reviews here - I feel like the world-building is a little lazy and could make the book a whole lot better if it had been flushed out a little better. It's also a bit confusing because we're told that in order to enter the town you need a password, because they're trying to keep it paranormal only, but it's also supposed to be a tourist destination, and also when humans come into the town they glow so paranormal folks know not to do any magic around them. O.o Can we please pick a lane with this town?
If the town is supposed to be more of a tourist destination, why does it have a password to get in? You want to make sure that the shops and the hotel her aunt owns/runs does well with business but you need a password to even be able to step foot it in... that kind of kills tourist trade as a whole. Also either it's a paranormal town for paranormals or it's a mixed town. Also, if they're supposed to be so secret an not really alow regular mortals in, why does the Aunt so readily drag Angelica's completely non-magical boyfriend into town to help? You're going to tell me that there isn't a single magical person that can do accounting work?
The magic was kind of not real exciting either. It felt very lifted lazily from Harry Potter in some areas - most especially the wands and wand cores. Now, I'm not claiming that it's the only book to use wands, I know it's not, I read a lot of witchy books, but between the unicorn hair and dragon heartstring core references, coupled with the firewhisky and that magic has to be done with a wand it's playing a little close to fire here. I mean, can we make it a little more unique and your own, give us some unique rules for the magic, add a little oomph to your brand of magic, make it stand out so we can go, ohhh I didn't think to use a wand or a spell that way.
Also, and here's where the I was sick comes in. While most of it does center on the cozy mystery aspect of the whodunit for the murder, which I'm not going to get into due to spoilers, we talk about this fall harvest festival. Did I miss it happening?! We're arguing when it should happen. We're taking donations from the town businesses, which it's specifically noted that she's created an excel sheet to track donations, from who, given when, etc. And because the murder is solved we just... drop the festival?! Did I fall alseep in my sick and miss it happening?
I picked up book two to see if maybe it's happening in the next installment. But yeah, here I sit. It's intrigued me enough I'm curious to see if it gets more flushed out, gets better, and to see if we have this fall festival. But if the second one doesn't pick it up, I may not continue after that.
Angelica left her witchy town thirteen years ago, dodges her aunt's calls and even her previous BFF has been cast into the closet with her past as a witch as she 'moves on' for bigger and better life things in Chicago. Seemed interesting considering I'm a Chicago native, so sure let's give it a try.
I will say the fact that her aunt had someone call Angelica and basically illude to her aunt being sick and potentially dying just to get her home was actually kind of genius and a great way to send her speeding back to her home.
I'm gonna agree with some of the reviews here - I feel like the world-building is a little lazy and could make the book a whole lot better if it had been flushed out a little better. It's also a bit confusing because we're told that in order to enter the town you need a password, because they're trying to keep it paranormal only, but it's also supposed to be a tourist destination, and also when humans come into the town they glow so paranormal folks know not to do any magic around them. O.o Can we please pick a lane with this town?
If the town is supposed to be more of a tourist destination, why does it have a password to get in? You want to make sure that the shops and the hotel her aunt owns/runs does well with business but you need a password to even be able to step foot it in... that kind of kills tourist trade as a whole. Also either it's a paranormal town for paranormals or it's a mixed town. Also, if they're supposed to be so secret an not really alow regular mortals in, why does the Aunt so readily drag Angelica's completely non-magical boyfriend into town to help? You're going to tell me that there isn't a single magical person that can do accounting work?
The magic was kind of not real exciting either. It felt very lifted lazily from Harry Potter in some areas - most especially the wands and wand cores. Now, I'm not claiming that it's the only book to use wands, I know it's not, I read a lot of witchy books, but between the unicorn hair and dragon heartstring core references, coupled with the firewhisky and that magic has to be done with a wand it's playing a little close to fire here. I mean, can we make it a little more unique and your own, give us some unique rules for the magic, add a little oomph to your brand of magic, make it stand out so we can go, ohhh I didn't think to use a wand or a spell that way.
Also, and here's where the I was sick comes in. While most of it does center on the cozy mystery aspect of the whodunit for the murder, which I'm not going to get into due to spoilers, we talk about this fall harvest festival. Did I miss it happening?! We're arguing when it should happen. We're taking donations from the town businesses, which it's specifically noted that she's created an excel sheet to track donations, from who, given when, etc. And because the murder is solved we just... drop the festival?! Did I fall alseep in my sick and miss it happening?
I picked up book two to see if maybe it's happening in the next installment. But yeah, here I sit. It's intrigued me enough I'm curious to see if it gets more flushed out, gets better, and to see if we have this fall festival. But if the second one doesn't pick it up, I may not continue after that.
September 23, 2025
I chose this book because I found the cozy mystery atmosphere both exciting and refreshingly new. The blurb immediately caught my attention, and the cover radiates a magical warmth that invites you to dive right in.
The story follows Angelica, who is finally beginning to thrive in her hotel career. Just when things are going well, her past catches up with her: a call summons her back to Silverlake, the hometown she had left behind after heartbreak. Instead of the farewell she expected, she finds her Aunt Thelma alive and well – but in desperate need of help to save her inn. When Thelma is suddenly accused of murder, Angelica is drawn into a web of secrets. With the support of her childhood friend Misty and Vance – her first love and now her aunt’s lawyer – Angelica starts to unravel the mystery, and in doing so rediscovers parts of herself she thought she had lost.
The writing style is clear and fluent, easy to follow, and very enjoyable. The first-person perspective creates a sense of closeness to Angelica and makes the story flow smoothly. I also appreciated the short, well-paced chapters, which make it easy to pick up the book for just a few moments at a time while still being drawn into the magical atmosphere.
The characters are warm, approachable, and relatable. Silverlake itself, with its close-knit community where everyone knows each other, provides a charming backdrop that perfectly fits the cozy mystery genre. This structure also keeps motives from being too obvious and allows for some surprising twists. Even the side characters are well written, giving readers a vivid sense of the village and its life.
While the beginning felt a bit slow, the story quickly gained momentum after the autumn festival planning meeting, at which point I could hardly put the book down. Some developments were predictable – such as the rekindling of feelings between Angelica and Vance, or the breakup with Allan – but the ending still managed to surprise me while remaining logical and satisfying.
At its core, the novel explores questions of self-discovery:
• Should we change who we are out of fear of being hurt again?
• Can old wounds ever truly heal, or is it easier to bury them?
• Is it possible to trust someone you once loved after they broke your heart?
One subplot that touched me deeply was Roger’s unconditional love for Diane – a bittersweet reminder of the sacrifices one may be willing to make for another person.
My only small criticism lies in Angelica’s reunion with her childhood friend Misty. Misty’s immediate and unquestioning trust felt somewhat unrealistic. Given the emotional depth of the novel, I would have liked to see a more nuanced approach here – perhaps some acknowledgment of past hurt and a chance for Angelica to show genuine remorse and growth. On the other hand, the slow and not-yet-complete reconciliation between Angelica and Vance was very well done. Their unfinished story makes me eager to read the second installment and see how their relationship develops.
Overall, Hexed Reservations is a charming blend of mystery, romance, and personal growth. It’s the perfect choice for a cozy evening with a cup of tea. Despite a slightly slow start, the book completely won me over by the end. I would especially recommend it to teens and young adults looking for a light, engaging, and atmospheric read.
The story follows Angelica, who is finally beginning to thrive in her hotel career. Just when things are going well, her past catches up with her: a call summons her back to Silverlake, the hometown she had left behind after heartbreak. Instead of the farewell she expected, she finds her Aunt Thelma alive and well – but in desperate need of help to save her inn. When Thelma is suddenly accused of murder, Angelica is drawn into a web of secrets. With the support of her childhood friend Misty and Vance – her first love and now her aunt’s lawyer – Angelica starts to unravel the mystery, and in doing so rediscovers parts of herself she thought she had lost.
The writing style is clear and fluent, easy to follow, and very enjoyable. The first-person perspective creates a sense of closeness to Angelica and makes the story flow smoothly. I also appreciated the short, well-paced chapters, which make it easy to pick up the book for just a few moments at a time while still being drawn into the magical atmosphere.
The characters are warm, approachable, and relatable. Silverlake itself, with its close-knit community where everyone knows each other, provides a charming backdrop that perfectly fits the cozy mystery genre. This structure also keeps motives from being too obvious and allows for some surprising twists. Even the side characters are well written, giving readers a vivid sense of the village and its life.
While the beginning felt a bit slow, the story quickly gained momentum after the autumn festival planning meeting, at which point I could hardly put the book down. Some developments were predictable – such as the rekindling of feelings between Angelica and Vance, or the breakup with Allan – but the ending still managed to surprise me while remaining logical and satisfying.
At its core, the novel explores questions of self-discovery:
• Should we change who we are out of fear of being hurt again?
• Can old wounds ever truly heal, or is it easier to bury them?
• Is it possible to trust someone you once loved after they broke your heart?
One subplot that touched me deeply was Roger’s unconditional love for Diane – a bittersweet reminder of the sacrifices one may be willing to make for another person.
My only small criticism lies in Angelica’s reunion with her childhood friend Misty. Misty’s immediate and unquestioning trust felt somewhat unrealistic. Given the emotional depth of the novel, I would have liked to see a more nuanced approach here – perhaps some acknowledgment of past hurt and a chance for Angelica to show genuine remorse and growth. On the other hand, the slow and not-yet-complete reconciliation between Angelica and Vance was very well done. Their unfinished story makes me eager to read the second installment and see how their relationship develops.
Overall, Hexed Reservations is a charming blend of mystery, romance, and personal growth. It’s the perfect choice for a cozy evening with a cup of tea. Despite a slightly slow start, the book completely won me over by the end. I would especially recommend it to teens and young adults looking for a light, engaging, and atmospheric read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 11, 2025
(FYI I tend to only review one book per series, unless I want to change my scoring by 0.50 or more of a star. -- I tend not to read reviews until after I read a book, so I go in with an open mind.)
3 main reasons for my scoring. -- For these types of books I'm more relaxed about world-building unless something really bugs me.
[1] I don't like the guy who'll likely be her love interest, again. '
I'll read the blurb on the next few books to see if I'm wrong, if I am I'll upgrade my star rating / shelf allocation and will continue the series. I don't continue reading series where I do not like the love interest.
[2] Actually the relationships ALL put me off this book.
[3] The wrongfully accused.
Update = I was right she gets back together with the ex who broke her heart.
I'm not a fan of taking even a non abusive, not cheating, ex back unless it was mutual parting (if she dumped him I'd be telling him to steer clear as well), they split through misunderstanding or 'outside influence'. He dumped her to go find himself out in the wider world, a world that she happily left their magical town for and spent years in, so they could have stayed together... So good luck MC when he has his midlife crises, or will that be the follow up series, MC 40+ and dumped again, and starting over...
First time read the author's work?: Yes
Will you be reading more?: No
Would you recommend?: No
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How I rate Stars: 5* = I loved (must read all I can find by the author)
4* = I really enjoyed (got to read all the series and try other books by the author).
3* = I enjoyed (I will continue to read the series)
or
3* = Good book just not my thing (I realised I don't like the genre or picked up a kids book to review in error.)
All of the above scores means I would recommend them!
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2* = it was okay (I might give the next book in the series a try, to see if that was better IMHO.)
1* = Disliked
Note: adding these basic 'reviews' after finding out that some people see the stars differently than I do - hoping this clarifies how I feel about the book. :-)
3 main reasons for my scoring. -- For these types of books I'm more relaxed about world-building unless something really bugs me.
[1] I don't like the guy who'll likely be her love interest, again. '
I'll read the blurb on the next few books to see if I'm wrong, if I am I'll upgrade my star rating / shelf allocation and will continue the series. I don't continue reading series where I do not like the love interest.
[2] Actually the relationships ALL put me off this book.
[3] The wrongfully accused.
Update = I was right she gets back together with the ex who broke her heart.
I'm not a fan of taking even a non abusive, not cheating, ex back unless it was mutual parting (if she dumped him I'd be telling him to steer clear as well), they split through misunderstanding or 'outside influence'. He dumped her to go find himself out in the wider world, a world that she happily left their magical town for and spent years in, so they could have stayed together... So good luck MC when he has his midlife crises, or will that be the follow up series, MC 40+ and dumped again, and starting over...
First time read the author's work?: Yes
Will you be reading more?: No
Would you recommend?: No
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How I rate Stars: 5* = I loved (must read all I can find by the author)
4* = I really enjoyed (got to read all the series and try other books by the author).
3* = I enjoyed (I will continue to read the series)
or
3* = Good book just not my thing (I realised I don't like the genre or picked up a kids book to review in error.)
All of the above scores means I would recommend them!
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2* = it was okay (I might give the next book in the series a try, to see if that was better IMHO.)
1* = Disliked
Note: adding these basic 'reviews' after finding out that some people see the stars differently than I do - hoping this clarifies how I feel about the book. :-)
March 9, 2021
Angelica fled her paranormal town of Silverlake leaving her past behind her after a bad breakup with her high school sweetheart boyfriend. Leaving her witch background behind, she moves to Chicago and works in a high profile job, making a name for herself and not looking back. But when she gets and emergency phone call from her Aunt's best friend summoning her back, she believes her Aunt is dying and takes a short leave to see what is going on and how her aunt is. She is leaving her boyfriend, a human non-paranormal home and tells him he'll see her soon, she is just going to check out the situation. Finding her Aunt fine but the Inn she runs is in dire need of repair as well as the town shops being so slow because no one is coming to the town, she says she will help but only until she has to go back to Chicago. Using her incredible marketing talents, she devises a plan for the town to have a Fall Festival to entice tourists and visitors to the town. She also is trying to decipher her Aunt's bills and ledgers that hadn't been touched in years. Her aunt calls a town meeting and they are all in favor, except one crotchety store owner who wants things to happen immediately and the poor guy is suffering from a bad cold. Angelica's Aunt decides to hit him with a spell to make him feel better using his own wand, but then he drops dead! With so many twists and turns and Angelica jumping in with her Aunt's friends to try and solve the crime to clear her Aunts name and her EX she ran away from becomes her Aunt's lawyer there is so much flow to this story and so many red-herrings. Wow what a roller coaster ride we are taken on in this first book in a new series that will make you want more! You just can't put this book down once you start! I received and ARC of this book but the opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
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