Magical Misfire: A Southern Witch Novella

Southern Witch #3.5

by Kimberly Frost

Cupcakes and corsets don't mix.


During a small-town skirmish, would-be witch Tammy Jo Trask foils a kidnapping plot with a spell that shrinks her nemesis into a doll-sized diva. When reversal spells don't work, Tammy Jo and gorgeous wizard Bryn Lyons are forced to turn to the ghost of a Victorian-era prostitute who haunts Galveston Island.


Since Sullied Sal only appears to tourists during the yearly celebration of Dickens on the Strand where Victorian food, fare, and fashion are once again the norm, Tammy Jo and Bryn must join the festivities. Unfortunately, being squeezed into a corset is just the beginning of the trouble in store for Tammy—and the entire island—when Tammy Jo and Bryn make a dangerous deal with the gaudy ghost.

Genres: Paranormal, Urban Fantasy, Witches, Magic, Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Romance

73 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 1, 2014

Reviews

[Mlpmom (Book Reviewer) · Rating 4 out of 5]

*Review to come*

[Kat Montemayor · Rating 3 out of 5]

This sixty page novella tells the story of how Jenna and Lucy are returned to normal size. It is not necessary to read to follow along with the series, but it is some nice extra info. And if you want more of Bryn and Tammy's chemistry; you'll get it.

[Daniell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. One of the neat aspects of this book is the introduction to book restoration. I can't wait to get to know all the characters better. Add to the fact here was a murder with many suspects, this book was a fun read!

[Violet Weber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great to get some answers

Loved this and was happy to find out the answer to one of my questions while reading. I'm not going to say more because I'm afraid I might spoil it.

[Andrea Fraser · Rating 4 out of 5]

Surprisingly good

I don't usually go for 'little" novels but this time it worked out for the best. I enjoyed the diversion

[Corey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute read

Tammy No is always finding trouble this book is no different. This time she is trying to make Jenna and Lucy big again and goes to find a ghost.

[Tatiana · Rating 2 out of 5]

A 70 page side-story with no progression of the series story arc. It was extra silly and felt superfluous.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a fun read! It was especially exciting for me since I've been to so many of the places in Galveston that the author specifically referenced. It was really short and I read it on a 2-hour plane ride from Atlanta but it was exactly what I wanted. I loved the interaction with Bryn and Tammy, I'm such a sucker for their relationship. I hope Bryn and Merc bond soon!

I'm really glad that the next novel is full-length but I'm NOT looking forward to more love triangle bullshit. I was done with that by the time it was introduced in the first novel and I really liked it when Zach was gone. I'm hoping that she doesn't go back to him--not that I think she would, but there's always the danger.

[Ricki · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is just too funny! Glad to see this series back. Tammy Jo and Bryn are on a mission to undo one of Tammy's spells, one which resulted in the shrinking of two towns women. Unable to reverse the spell on their own, they need to seek advice from a former witch, now a ghost. Can they find her and restore the women! As always, this results in an exciting adventure for the two, one which ultimately requires the blending of their powerful magic to succeed. I am looking forward to the next volume in this series.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

For a quick ready I enjoyed this mini-adventure. The description of the festivities were wonderful, I could picture the costumes and décor surround our characters. The ghost, Sally O'Shea, all I'm going to say is she does not like to beat around the bush on certain topics. This trip to bring Jenna and Lucy back to human-size is another step to show the magical bond between Tammy Jo and Bryn. On the other hand, I believe the only permanent loyal "relationship" Tammy Jo will have is with Merc (love that Cat!)

[Anne - Books of My Heart · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this side adventure with Tamara and Bryn. It is a cute novella which does clear up a loose end from book 3 - Halfway Hexed.

It hopefully helped those who had to wait longer for book #4 due out next month. I would have DIED if I had discovered this series years earlier and then waited 3 years for book 4.

I'll be reviewing book 4 in May when it releases. (so yes, lucky me, I have read and loved it)

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

cute mini story

I really enjoyed this little short story of TammyJo and Bryn. It was nice to see the Reitgarten girls again too. They are the best mean girls!

[Paul Flagg · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you've been following Tammy Jo and her adventures throughout the previous Southern Witch novels, you'll likely enjoy this novella! It's the perfect way to reintroduce readers to the addicting characters of the series, and it's a great teaser for Kimberly Frost's next novel. I just wish this novella were released sooner!

[Vivian (Vivi) McCormack · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best of times

Wow!!!!! I didn't think a book series could get better and more exciting with each and every story. I love these characters, and with each story I am loving Tammy Jo with Byrn more so than the stuffy Tamara and Bryn. I have never been disappointed yet. Thank you KIM or do your readers call you Kimberly?"

[Mindy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Tammy Jo is one of my favorite characters. This book however, made it a little harder to enjoy reading about her and her Southern magic ways. it was fun and campy, just not up to my book snobbish style.

[Darcy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This quick one was full of classic Tammy and her madcap adventures. Of course this time around she is trying to right a wrong she did and almost gets in more trouble than she can handle.

[✿Emma-Louise Violet · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick fun read, delightful.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am so glad that Kimberly Frost is bring Tammy Jo back. This short story clears up the mystery of what happened to Jenna & Lucy after Tammy shrunk them in Halfway Hexed (Southern Witch #3).

[Tabby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good

I saw that this was a short story for in between books. It was pretty good. I did miss some of the main characters, bot overall great little appetizer!

[M Bruno · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like this series more with every book I read.

[April Sousa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Tammie Jo! I can't wait til the next book coming this month!

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am loving this series. It is very funny and well written. I love hearing Tammy Jo talking about her life. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short but sweet.

[Shannon Cahill · Rating 5 out of 5]

These books are always fun. I missed Tammy Jo!

[Lydia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting side trip for this series, but definitely can't be read as a stand alone.

[Debra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tammy Jo,Bryn and Merc find themselves in a we bit of trouble again. This novella was a fun and fast read! Highly recommend.

[Jennifer Anderson]

False

[Lynda · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm just not much of a fan of these series novella's. It was an okay story, but it felt just a touch dramatic.