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Wicked Witches of the Midwest #27
Witch Like No One Is Watching
Spring in northern Lower Michigan means morel hunting for the Winchester family … even when Bay Winchester doesn’t want to participate. What Aunt Tillie says goes, though, so the whole family heads out for a day of sun and collecting.
What they find is a bit more concerning than mushrooms.
A ghostly figure draws Bay’s attention to a young girl running through the woods. When she follows, she finds multiple graves. Multiple small graves.
Finding children abandoned in the woods is terrible. What’s worse—how can it be worse?—is that nobody has reported these children missing.
They have no identities.
No parents are looking for them.
Who are they? Where did they come from?
Bay thinks she’s ready for the truth. She’s wrong, because the truth is worse than anything she could have imagined.
Just because someone looks sweet and innocent, that doesn’t mean they are. Bay’s new foe doesn’t look like a monster. That only makes the situation that much more dangerous.
Bay is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery. To do that, she’ll have to survive.
Nothing—not this time—is a given.
Buckle up, because it’s going to be a crazy Winchester ride.
What they find is a bit more concerning than mushrooms.
A ghostly figure draws Bay’s attention to a young girl running through the woods. When she follows, she finds multiple graves. Multiple small graves.
Finding children abandoned in the woods is terrible. What’s worse—how can it be worse?—is that nobody has reported these children missing.
They have no identities.
No parents are looking for them.
Who are they? Where did they come from?
Bay thinks she’s ready for the truth. She’s wrong, because the truth is worse than anything she could have imagined.
Just because someone looks sweet and innocent, that doesn’t mean they are. Bay’s new foe doesn’t look like a monster. That only makes the situation that much more dangerous.
Bay is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery. To do that, she’ll have to survive.
Nothing—not this time—is a given.
Buckle up, because it’s going to be a crazy Winchester ride.
311 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 4, 2025
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About the author
Amanda M. Lee
290 books2,917 followersWhen I was a kid, I was torn between whether or not I was going to grow up and be the Incredible Hulk or Wonder Woman. I flirted with being a Jedi Knight for awhile, but I wasn't up for the intense travel associated with the gig. In my teens, I settled on being a writer -- although I had no idea the effort that would entail.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
Not only am I a writer now, but I'm a writer in several different mediums. I'm a longtime newspaper reporter, an avid reader and a voracious science fiction fanatic.
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November 21, 2025
one of the best in the series
This installment had a really great story, and 27 books later these characters still show growth and development. Bay is really coming into her powers, and I look forward to what happens next. I enjoyed the cameos from other Amanda M Lee books! These cozies have offered me the perfect escape from some truly terrible times in my life.
This installment had a really great story, and 27 books later these characters still show growth and development. Bay is really coming into her powers, and I look forward to what happens next. I enjoyed the cameos from other Amanda M Lee books! These cozies have offered me the perfect escape from some truly terrible times in my life.
November 6, 2025
🥰
Love this series! Another adventure with all my favorite characters. Waited, it felt like forever, for this book to come out.
Tilly will always be a favorite 😍 and add Evan .. the calm and the storm. Bay brings in her team to deal with the new danger and it's an entertaining read.
Patiently waiting for more.
Love this series! Another adventure with all my favorite characters. Waited, it felt like forever, for this book to come out.
Tilly will always be a favorite 😍 and add Evan .. the calm and the storm. Bay brings in her team to deal with the new danger and it's an entertaining read.
Patiently waiting for more.
November 10, 2025
Fun
Bay takes on a new foe. Her family has some epiphany moments and she still has to deal with the FBI. Enjoyable stories. The characters are vibrant and flawed, but they are growing.
Bay takes on a new foe. Her family has some epiphany moments and she still has to deal with the FBI. Enjoyable stories. The characters are vibrant and flawed, but they are growing.
November 5, 2025
well, Bays story moved forward
Well, I wasn’t too surprised atThistles big secret. I had thought there was no place left forBay grow but I was wrong. She’s going to have to stop dealing with the demons though because Scout will always be there to pull her out of the fire.
Well, I wasn’t too surprised atThistles big secret. I had thought there was no place left forBay grow but I was wrong. She’s going to have to stop dealing with the demons though because Scout will always be there to pull her out of the fire.
November 27, 2025
A cozy, funny quick trip!
Like catching up with old friends! Love this series and and all the connections! Feel like part of the family.
Like catching up with old friends! Love this series and and all the connections! Feel like part of the family.
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February 6, 2026Long series with lots of repetition
This is more like 3.5 stars.
A multi volume series (which I love) but with some laziness in writing that gets boring and exhausting that I ended up skimming a lot of it. Example : certain words are used over and over again like schmaltzy (use a thesaurus!) Which also makes no sense bc these are Midwestern witches that celebrate Christmas and yet there are a LOT of Yiddish words used in conversation consistently. It makes no sense. Some of the repeating phrases are cute but get lame after the first few books too , like "I'm gonna make you eat dirt!)
Extensive dialogue takes up the majority of each book with less plot/ action. Which I suppose allowed the author to create so many volumes.
All the male characters are presented as weak sidekicks to all of the females in the story. Not a single one is an alpha, and most are written to be whiny and somewhat useless.
I also found it bizarre that in so many of the books the author finds a way to negatively portray the middle east and the people that live there. It's NOT cute.
Overall a fluffy series that is good for when you are sick in bed or on a beach. Definitely not an intelligent read.
This is more like 3.5 stars.
A multi volume series (which I love) but with some laziness in writing that gets boring and exhausting that I ended up skimming a lot of it. Example : certain words are used over and over again like schmaltzy (use a thesaurus!) Which also makes no sense bc these are Midwestern witches that celebrate Christmas and yet there are a LOT of Yiddish words used in conversation consistently. It makes no sense. Some of the repeating phrases are cute but get lame after the first few books too , like "I'm gonna make you eat dirt!)
Extensive dialogue takes up the majority of each book with less plot/ action. Which I suppose allowed the author to create so many volumes.
All the male characters are presented as weak sidekicks to all of the females in the story. Not a single one is an alpha, and most are written to be whiny and somewhat useless.
I also found it bizarre that in so many of the books the author finds a way to negatively portray the middle east and the people that live there. It's NOT cute.
Overall a fluffy series that is good for when you are sick in bed or on a beach. Definitely not an intelligent read.
December 7, 2025
Back with the Winchesters and a few crossover characters from other series. The focus as usual is on Bay. Some history with demons and how Bay was targeted as a child. Scout/Gunner are involved as is Evan a little. Landon plays a far second in the storyline and seems whiny and quite diminished. Even Aunt Tilly has a pretty small part in this one. Thistle has a huge secret or two that will impact the whole family. A quick easy read with a strange timeline. A comment is made that Stormy ("Two Broomsticks..." series) has only known about being a witch for a year. There are 12 books in that series. So maybe these books are one a "month" for the series line? Just trying to keep track of character growth and changes since they are all overlapping and related now.
November 7, 2025
Moving forward
Fun read, really advanced the overall story line. Bay coming into her own to being on a comparable level to her powerful friends. Whistle and Clive finding their niches. There are 2 obvious plotlines I'm looking forward to in the not too far future. 1 is Aunt Tillie will have to accept Bay as the new Winchester power house. I see her knowing her time is limited sacrificing herself for the family and transferring some if her magic to Bay. 2 is Landon will try to do something or make some kind if deal to get shifter October strength so he is not so much a liability.
Fun read, really advanced the overall story line. Bay coming into her own to being on a comparable level to her powerful friends. Whistle and Clive finding their niches. There are 2 obvious plotlines I'm looking forward to in the not too far future. 1 is Aunt Tillie will have to accept Bay as the new Winchester power house. I see her knowing her time is limited sacrificing herself for the family and transferring some if her magic to Bay. 2 is Landon will try to do something or make some kind if deal to get shifter October strength so he is not so much a liability.
November 9, 2025
Love, love, love this series from the first book until this last one!! The characters are so funny and realistic(given the circumstances of their universe, magic and all). I really like the family and friends and the many situations they find themselves in at every turn. The realistic relationships are also a plus as well....Landon and Bay's relationship has matured as they continue their married life, but still very much in love. I highly recommend this series and this Author! I thoroughly enjoy every one of her books and my TBR is bumped aside every time there is another in her many series.
November 23, 2025
Cozy paranormal mystery/romance
I enjoy this series, easy to read, and I like the crossover with some of this authors other series. This isn't the sort of book to win an award, it's not brilliant writing, but it's good distraction. Like an old tv show that isn't great but you watch anyways for something to do.
I also dislike some things about this series, this author tends to have multiple annoying side characters. It feels like they are supposed to be annoying, but they do too good a job of being annoying and instead of just irritating the characters in the book they also annoy the reader. My other issue with these books is that they need a new editor. or maybe just an editor?
I enjoy this series, easy to read, and I like the crossover with some of this authors other series. This isn't the sort of book to win an award, it's not brilliant writing, but it's good distraction. Like an old tv show that isn't great but you watch anyways for something to do.
I also dislike some things about this series, this author tends to have multiple annoying side characters. It feels like they are supposed to be annoying, but they do too good a job of being annoying and instead of just irritating the characters in the book they also annoy the reader. My other issue with these books is that they need a new editor. or maybe just an editor?
December 21, 2025
This Author is Fabulous!
I have really enjoyed every book of this series. I always wondered in what direction the Winchesters would eventually be headed, and now we have been given a huge glimpse of where things may lead. I was surprised with several events that took place in this book, and I was not expecting those surprises, but I am very excited to see that character’s storyline take the journey they are on. Also, I feel as if there has been immense growth where Bay, Landon, Thistle, Marcus, and even Clove are concerned. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
I have really enjoyed every book of this series. I always wondered in what direction the Winchesters would eventually be headed, and now we have been given a huge glimpse of where things may lead. I was surprised with several events that took place in this book, and I was not expecting those surprises, but I am very excited to see that character’s storyline take the journey they are on. Also, I feel as if there has been immense growth where Bay, Landon, Thistle, Marcus, and even Clove are concerned. I can’t wait for the next book in this series!
January 4, 2026
The mystery was interesting, and the banter made me laugh; however, I enjoyed the earlier books in the series more. I dislike the fact that Landon, the MMC, had basically been reduced to a caricature. His character was better developed earlier in the series. The idea of working with the feds is also poorly executed. The FMC really just goes off and does things on her own, so having the other feds there does nothing to move the story along. I still enjoy the series, but I wish the author would cut back some on the banter and increase the development of her characters.
November 20, 2025
Another great book from Amanda M Lee
I wasn't able to put this book down from the start. I love all of the characters in this series, especially Aunt Tilly. Just when you think Bay has come into her own BAM! Another add on. These stories are truly family orientated with the addition of each person's individual magic . It makes the characters seem so real to life. I just wish they where longer stories.
I wasn't able to put this book down from the start. I love all of the characters in this series, especially Aunt Tilly. Just when you think Bay has come into her own BAM! Another add on. These stories are truly family orientated with the addition of each person's individual magic . It makes the characters seem so real to life. I just wish they where longer stories.
November 5, 2025
Another fun Winchester Witches episode. I liked that Landon was a bit more reasonable in this book and a bit less misogynistic. There were other characters from some of this author’s other series, but it was pretty easy to keep track of them all. I do wish that there had been more Aunt Tilly in this book. Still, this was an enjoyable read, and I’m looking forward to the next one.
November 7, 2025
Amanda Lee never disappoints
The best paranormal writer I have ever seen. Everything is enjoyable And I can't wait For the next book to come out. Whether it is Spells Angels, Wicked witches of the midwest , Poet Parker or any of her others I just love her writing. I would recommend it to anyone looking for snark along with mystery and intrigue
The best paranormal writer I have ever seen. Everything is enjoyable And I can't wait For the next book to come out. Whether it is Spells Angels, Wicked witches of the midwest , Poet Parker or any of her others I just love her writing. I would recommend it to anyone looking for snark along with mystery and intrigue
November 9, 2025
Awesome Read
Loved this book! Love the entire series. The characters are fun with very distinctive personalities and paranormal skill sets. I love when characters from other series pop in. This series is hysterical. Read from the beginning of the series so you meet the characters and see how they develop. Excellent read.
Loved this book! Love the entire series. The characters are fun with very distinctive personalities and paranormal skill sets. I love when characters from other series pop in. This series is hysterical. Read from the beginning of the series so you meet the characters and see how they develop. Excellent read.
December 21, 2025
A must read series!
Bay is an amazing witch. Scout and Stormy are great allies. The story is always something new. NEVER BORING!! The Winchesters always kick butt. Wonderful series. I hope it never ends. I want to read Bay and gang forever. Amanda M Lee is a spectacular writer and storyteller. Never disappoints!!
Bay is an amazing witch. Scout and Stormy are great allies. The story is always something new. NEVER BORING!! The Winchesters always kick butt. Wonderful series. I hope it never ends. I want to read Bay and gang forever. Amanda M Lee is a spectacular writer and storyteller. Never disappoints!!
January 29, 2026
This was so good. One of my favourites of the series. The author still manages character development and progression after 27 books and it always feels like I’m returning to old friends when I pick up one. Lovely to see a bit more of Thistle in this book and I can’t wait to see more of her story. Tilly as always is my absolute favourite.
November 7, 2025
Good read
Book 27 has surprises from some of the Winchesters, along with murder mayhem, danger, mystery, love, paranormal, and humans. Demons abound and no one knows what the plan is. Highly entertaining.
Book 27 has surprises from some of the Winchesters, along with murder mayhem, danger, mystery, love, paranormal, and humans. Demons abound and no one knows what the plan is. Highly entertaining.
November 7, 2025
review
This is the book for you if you like mixing up the characters from all my favorite books. I love that Amanda is creating a crossover between her books !! We already know the characters backstory and it’s a nice melding of them. I’m excited for the next book!
This is the book for you if you like mixing up the characters from all my favorite books. I love that Amanda is creating a crossover between her books !! We already know the characters backstory and it’s a nice melding of them. I’m excited for the next book!
November 8, 2025
A real snarkfest!
I love Amanda M. Lee!! Her Winchester books are funny, total thrill rides, and guaranteed to entertain.
Bay, Landon, Tillie, and the whole family take on demon children. Be prepared for a new baby in the family!!
I love Amanda M. Lee!! Her Winchester books are funny, total thrill rides, and guaranteed to entertain.
Bay, Landon, Tillie, and the whole family take on demon children. Be prepared for a new baby in the family!!
November 10, 2025
Demons!
Ok demons can be tricky, but child demons are creepy and more evil. There are secrets that come out. A clown doll, and an FBI agent who is gung ho! This story has it all. Oh, and Aunt Tillie wasn't a huge pain. On to the next adventure!💙💚😉
Ok demons can be tricky, but child demons are creepy and more evil. There are secrets that come out. A clown doll, and an FBI agent who is gung ho! This story has it all. Oh, and Aunt Tillie wasn't a huge pain. On to the next adventure!💙💚😉
November 10, 2025
back on track
It was nice to see aunt Tilly, taking pretty much a backseat in this story. It’s gonna be interesting to see how thistles story continues to evolve. And we get to see Bay actually come into her full destiny.
It was nice to see aunt Tilly, taking pretty much a backseat in this story. It’s gonna be interesting to see how thistles story continues to evolve. And we get to see Bay actually come into her full destiny.
November 11, 2025
good turn in the story
The is was a story that didn’t focus much on the feud between Tillie and Mrs Little. I really enjoyed the evil children and what they were after. I enjoy this series a lot, but this seemed like a nice “turn” from the usual issues they all face
The is was a story that didn’t focus much on the feud between Tillie and Mrs Little. I really enjoyed the evil children and what they were after. I enjoy this series a lot, but this seemed like a nice “turn” from the usual issues they all face
November 11, 2025
Not as good as some of the other books in series.
Story was predictable.... and Landon is being written as a fool much of the time. He used to be a strong male character but not so much in the last few books
Story was predictable.... and Landon is being written as a fool much of the time. He used to be a strong male character but not so much in the last few books
November 11, 2025
The best Winchester story to date
I think I enjoyed it more because Aunt Tllie wasn't being so crazy that the story drove me mad. I know it's all about witches etc that don't exist but I can suspend disbelief and enjoy.
I think I enjoyed it more because Aunt Tllie wasn't being so crazy that the story drove me mad. I know it's all about witches etc that don't exist but I can suspend disbelief and enjoy.
November 12, 2025
great book
I love all your books! But I wonder why you make all the men idiots like whiny idiots in your books that personal? It just seems funny that the women are all strong and wicked and the Man week and whiny.
I love all your books! But I wonder why you make all the men idiots like whiny idiots in your books that personal? It just seems funny that the women are all strong and wicked and the Man week and whiny.
November 12, 2025
Great addition
It’s amazing how with book 27, Amanda still creates a totally original story. Love how Bay’s power and confidence is growing and Bay and Landon as a couple with disparate power are figuring it out. Nice side story with Thistle. Looking forward to the next book.
It’s amazing how with book 27, Amanda still creates a totally original story. Love how Bay’s power and confidence is growing and Bay and Landon as a couple with disparate power are figuring it out. Nice side story with Thistle. Looking forward to the next book.
November 14, 2025
Great read
I'm always sad when I finish the book. The Wicked Witches of the Midwest is my favorite read. Can't wait for the next one. I was surprised Aunt Tillie wasn't in it as much. Bay is really starting to come around in her magic. Can't wait to see what comes next.
I'm always sad when I finish the book. The Wicked Witches of the Midwest is my favorite read. Can't wait for the next one. I was surprised Aunt Tillie wasn't in it as much. Bay is really starting to come around in her magic. Can't wait to see what comes next.
November 14, 2025
It was ok
Plot issue Bay was supposed to be 6 when her mother and aunt's dealt with child demons first time prologue was 20 years previously
But Bay gave her age as 32 so she was 12 not 6 or 7 as was stated I'm not picking holes but I don't think bay was in first grade at age 12
Plot issue Bay was supposed to be 6 when her mother and aunt's dealt with child demons first time prologue was 20 years previously
But Bay gave her age as 32 so she was 12 not 6 or 7 as was stated I'm not picking holes but I don't think bay was in first grade at age 12
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