Tödlicher Wald: Ein Grünhexen-Mysterium (Grünhexen-Mysterien 4)

A Green Witch Mystery #4

by P.L. Matthews, Max problemsolved.es (translator)

Die Grüne Hexe Rhianne Alkenn tauscht das Großstadtleben gegen ländliche Nächte ein.

Nun ja, eher gegen ein Hinterlandmysterium - sie tut sich mit ihrem Großvater zusammen, um eine knifflige Situation zu einen Mord in der Dryaden-Gemeinschaft und einen verschwundenen Teenager.

Dazu kommt die knisternde Spannung zwischen Isobel, der Pathologin mit Geheimnissen, und Nel, Rhiannes bestem Freund, einem Inkubus. Ihre Dynamik steht kurz vor der Explosion und wird Wahrheiten offenbaren, die für Nel vielleicht zu heiß sind, um sie zu verkraften.

Ach ja, und mörderische Bäume? Die gibt es wirklich.

Willkommen auf dem Land - wo die Landschaft atemberaubend und die Geheimnisse tödlich sind.

Genres: Fantasy, Witches, Urban Fantasy

357 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 2, 2025

About the author

I love crafting stories that blend humour and romance, featuring strong and vibrant characters. Themes of family, friendship, and personal growth are at the heart of my writing. In my stories, I believe in embracing the light because life is too short for darkness.

When the waves are just right—warm and gentle—I fearlessly plunge into the ocean, catching waves like a pro surfer (lots of splashing anyway). Surfing is my sanctuary and my sweet escape.

The piano is my favourite instrument, but my persuasive husband encouraged me to pick up a guitar and learn to strum along (he needed someone to play the chorus). To my surprise, I now rock the guitar, (enthusiasm counts, right?) playing and singing along to my favourite tunes.

So, if you're ready for a spellbinding journey through the realms of urban fantasy and murder mysteries, buckle up and dive into my captivating stories. Prepare to be transported to a world where supernatural beings walk among us and the line between reality and fantasy blurs in the most mesmerising ways.

Reviews

[Sue Crosby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Imaginative Cosy Mystery

Sometimes a cosy mystery is all you need to drag yourself out of a funk. This series, so far has been an excellent escape. Set in Australia (somewhere I normally don't read about) You have Rhianne a 'halfbreed'. Half witch, half elf... however her Grandfather is a Dryad so technically half elf, quarter witch/Dryad. She views herself as a not very strong green witch but this series watches as she grows into her other powers whilst helping to solve supernatural crimes. Along with a ragtag crew including a genius tech witch, an incubus, and a supernatural forensic pathologist with other regular characters including 2 gargoyles, a half gargoyle lawyer, her mother who is a witch councillor they come together to successfully solve these crimes. There's a little romance along the way but it's Pg.

[Peggy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely absorbed me!!

I love a story that you get so absorbed in that in the end, you feel a little lost and can not wait to get into the next book. That is how these books are . I enjoyed them so much that it would be hard to wait for the next book. Thank you, P L Matthews, for a wonderful world to get lost in.

[Dallass · Rating 4 out of 5]

It now seems apparent that Rhianne is going to be one of 'those' characters. Seemingly ordinary and potentially outcast due to her mixed race status (species, not colour), but as the story unfolds, she ends up being very powerful indeed. And yet, while a lot of those female protagonists usually annoy the hell out of me, I really like Rhianne, and her journey. This time round, we're exploring her dryad abilities that are now bubbling to the surface. This connection leads her to rush headlong up to Coffs Harbour hinterland where she rushes to the aid of her grandfather... sort of. It's a bit spoilery so I won't talk about that. Just know that Rhianne can get into just as much trouble in the bush as she can in either the city or the elf kingdom. Loved seeing this side of her, her relationship with her grandfather is so much more cozy than the one she shares with her mother, and the growing bond she is encouraging with her father. The mystery itself is fun, and seeing everyone freak out at times thanks to the trees is quite entertaining. Highly recommend series.

4.5 stars

[Alexandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cet épisode nous plonge dans la communauté des dryades, à laquelle appartient Papi Angelo, le grand-père de Rhianne. Il est intéressant, parce que cette communauté est rarement décrite et exploitée dans la littérature.
Il présente également un bon cours de botanique australienne 😉.
L’enquête est bien menée, mais la conclusion est un peu capillotractée.

[Janet · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoy the series. I like the characters and the creativity with their abilities. However, the overly descriptive writing style (a LOT of similes) can really bog down the motion of the story. I end up skimming parts frequently. I do still enjoy the series and plan to continue with it - just with awareness and probably not as quickly as normal.

[June · Rating 4 out of 5]

At first I did not think I was going to finish the book because it was just too draggy,dry and yes even boring. But since I really like this author stuck with it and am glad I did if only for the fact that Isobel's secret comes out and Nel is more mysterious then ever. Thank you P L Matthews!

[Tracy Wales · Rating 5 out of 5]

really enjoyable

I really enjoyed read the first 4 in this series. Eagerly waiting the next one. Great characters, good story lines, even found myself trying to figure out whodunnit :)

[Michael Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can't wait for October 2024

Having just finished book 4 of this series, I am really looking forward to book 5. interesting characters with individual magical backgrounds leads to a veritable cornucopia of plot twists. These magical "who done it's?" are really entertaining! 😁

[Crystal M. Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read

A fabulous mixture of fairytales, modern day events, and mysteries all set in an alternate reality. It definitely drew the reader in about the characters and the clues.

[Angela Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loves a hero

Loves this series, had me laughing out loud at times, loved the characters and their relationships. Can't wait for the next book in October.

[Ken Weiner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great new series

Intriguing characters, evolving and growing. Just enough Australia to lend a nice change of pace. Hope to see more from this author.

[Ms J SLUCOCK · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series

Each book I've read in one sitting and I love everyone them and each character. I hope they never end

[Jay Logan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I never got excited about any urban fantasy stories until I began reading this series. An exciting mystery story in a vivid fantasy setting.

[Donna Vaal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rhianne is learning new tricks. Talking with trees helps her solve this case but watch out, they can be vindictive too.

[Deborah · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5*

I’m enjoying this series. This one is another nice easy read

[Anna Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read every book my Matthews. If you've finished the Green Witch Series make sure you switch over to the tech mage. She's fabulous.

[BookGeek · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I've read from this author and I was pleasantly surprised by the story. The main character is quite likable. She has a group of paranormal and magical characters who support her quest to investigate the murder of a friend of her grandfather. The cutest of the MC's sidekicks is a magical shapeshifting dog name Toto! A fun read that kept my interest to the end. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves cozies with a paranormal twist and a female protagonist with a bit of attitude.