After the events in “Ordinary World,” Amy Corbett wants answers. About her past and why her mother didn’t clue her into the truth. Reluctantly accepting the changes forced upon her, Amy’s trying to embrace her new self, but being a witch is hard work. Not able to grasp a simple spell, she learns about a secret society of magic users, shunned for not being able to ‘fit in.’ Maybe she’ll find a place where she truly belongs.
There’s no place like home? Sometimes there are alternatives.
Laurie Treacy grew up in NYC and currently resides in the beautiful Hudson Valley with her family. Living in an area steeped in supernatural lore and legends certainly inspires this author of YA and NA fantasy, urban fantasy, paranormal & contemporary romance. Laurie enjoys urban exploring and photographing forgotten places. A proud Whovian, she’s also a Miyazaki fangirl, loves playing video games and settling down for marathons of K-dramas with lots of frozen Goobers.
I loved the first Meadowbrook Coven story, Ordinary World, first seen in the anthology, Portals. This is a great continuation of Amy's struggles in finding her place in this new world. I like the fact that the author doesn't diminish her anger at all the lies Amy's been fed by everyone she trusts. Instead of the stereotypical "whee, I'm a witch," she's angry and rightly so. This opens the way for some very realistic conflicts, and Amy also grows as a character. Excellent story!
Exciting new short story in the Meadowbrook Coven series. Emphasize with Amy’s resentment about being kept in the dark. Curious about who and what are the Mavericks. Will Quinn give Remy a run for his money? Can’t wait for next story.