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Magical Moonbeam
Maeve Bellemore must face the truth she's been dreading
. The only way to break the ancient curse strangling Stonewick is to enter the dangerous and forbidden realm of Shadowick.
With darkness gathering and time slipping through her fingers, Maeve prepares to risk everything, even her life, to save the magical town that gave her a second chance. But the mysteries of Shadowick are treacherous, full of long-buried secrets, twisted magic, and the echo of a betrayal that could unravel everything she’s built.
As Maeve journeys into the heart of the unknown, the students of the reawakening Stonewick Academy rise up, united in magic, friendship, and fierce loyalty, to defend Stonewick from whatever may come. And in the middle of it all, a powerful bond between Maeve and the one man who always stands beside her flickers with something more than destiny… something she might lose forever if she doesn’t return.
Perfect for readers who love cozy magical adventures with mystery, strong heroines over 40, enchanted towns, magical academies, slow-burn romance, and second chances.
Enter the world of Stonewick once more, where magic is real, love blooms in the most unexpected places, and one woman’s midlife awakening might be the key to saving them all.
With darkness gathering and time slipping through her fingers, Maeve prepares to risk everything, even her life, to save the magical town that gave her a second chance. But the mysteries of Shadowick are treacherous, full of long-buried secrets, twisted magic, and the echo of a betrayal that could unravel everything she’s built.
As Maeve journeys into the heart of the unknown, the students of the reawakening Stonewick Academy rise up, united in magic, friendship, and fierce loyalty, to defend Stonewick from whatever may come. And in the middle of it all, a powerful bond between Maeve and the one man who always stands beside her flickers with something more than destiny… something she might lose forever if she doesn’t return.
Perfect for readers who love cozy magical adventures with mystery, strong heroines over 40, enchanted towns, magical academies, slow-burn romance, and second chances.
Enter the world of Stonewick once more, where magic is real, love blooms in the most unexpected places, and one woman’s midlife awakening might be the key to saving them all.
461 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 25, 2025
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August 8, 2025
This book was amazing...full of magic, danger, and blazing action!
I'm eager to read the next one, but it won't be available for about a month.
Amazon synopsis:
Maeve Bellemore must face the truth she's been dreading. The only way to break the ancient curse strangling Stonewick is to enter the dangerous and forbidden realm of Shadowick.
With darkness gathering and time slipping through her fingers, Maeve prepares to risk everything, even her life, to save the magical town that gave her a second chance. But the mysteries of Shadowick are treacherous, full of long-buried secrets, twisted magic, and the echo of a betrayal that could unravel everything she’s built.
As Maeve journeys into the heart of the unknown, the students of the reawakening Stonewick Academy rise up, united in magic, friendship, and fierce loyalty, to defend Stonewick from whatever may come. And in the middle of it all, a powerful bond between Maeve and the one man who always stands beside her flickers with something more than destiny… something she might lose forever if she doesn’t return.
I'm eager to read the next one, but it won't be available for about a month.
Amazon synopsis:
Maeve Bellemore must face the truth she's been dreading. The only way to break the ancient curse strangling Stonewick is to enter the dangerous and forbidden realm of Shadowick.
With darkness gathering and time slipping through her fingers, Maeve prepares to risk everything, even her life, to save the magical town that gave her a second chance. But the mysteries of Shadowick are treacherous, full of long-buried secrets, twisted magic, and the echo of a betrayal that could unravel everything she’s built.
As Maeve journeys into the heart of the unknown, the students of the reawakening Stonewick Academy rise up, united in magic, friendship, and fierce loyalty, to defend Stonewick from whatever may come. And in the middle of it all, a powerful bond between Maeve and the one man who always stands beside her flickers with something more than destiny… something she might lose forever if she doesn’t return.
April 22, 2026
This is the exciting book in the series so far, with Maeve, Keegan, Frank the bulldog, Stella, Nova, Ardetia, Twobble and the mystical community members of Stonewick FIGHT! The ragtag mystical team of Stonewick band together, a family of choice for truth, fight for love and safety of not themselves, but the Academy and what it means in the world.
Battling an ancient curse that has taken Shadowick hostage for centuries and now attempting to take Stonewick? Maeve the magical and her Academy family is in to win, to take down Gideon and the Dark. Thrills, spills, serious chills and action - adrenaline junkies will enjoy this read immensely.
Such a surprising exciting, thrill ride of a novel with an unexpected ending and an absolutely worthwhile read
Battling an ancient curse that has taken Shadowick hostage for centuries and now attempting to take Stonewick? Maeve the magical and her Academy family is in to win, to take down Gideon and the Dark. Thrills, spills, serious chills and action - adrenaline junkies will enjoy this read immensely.
Such a surprising exciting, thrill ride of a novel with an unexpected ending and an absolutely worthwhile read
August 4, 2025
Stonewick and shadowick
I chose this rating as the book as part of a series was so enchanting I couldn't put it down. The author is a brilliant writer and gets better each book and writes. I am looking forward to the next book to see if Stonewick and all the different magical people come out on top. Will Shadowick still exist or will be changed or even become part of Stonewick.
I chose this rating as the book as part of a series was so enchanting I couldn't put it down. The author is a brilliant writer and gets better each book and writes. I am looking forward to the next book to see if Stonewick and all the different magical people come out on top. Will Shadowick still exist or will be changed or even become part of Stonewick.
November 18, 2025
Tea, Dragons, Witches, Fae, Friends & Snacks!
This series has become my favourite of all time and that's saying something. I've been an avid reader for over 5 decades and this hasn't been my genre often since I was a wee sprout. But this series has got me through a lot lately. When you can't withhold the world turn inwards. Maybe a goblin or 2 will make you laugh. Or vampires will remind you of college days. Real enough to make me still believe.
This series has become my favourite of all time and that's saying something. I've been an avid reader for over 5 decades and this hasn't been my genre often since I was a wee sprout. But this series has got me through a lot lately. When you can't withhold the world turn inwards. Maybe a goblin or 2 will make you laugh. Or vampires will remind you of college days. Real enough to make me still believe.
August 2, 2026
Maeve has to go to Shadowick in order to save the academy and Stonewick. Her support group of magic users prepare to accompany her. I love how Maeve has grown so much into herself since she came to Stonewick. There’s a lot of adventure in this installment of the series and more danger with potential loss.
March 9, 2026
It's like Hogwarts for adults!!
Every character, every storyline has me locked in! I can't wait for the next book! It really is like Hogwarts for adults which is awesome!! Kudos to the author! I am obsessed 🩷
Every character, every storyline has me locked in! I can't wait for the next book! It really is like Hogwarts for adults which is awesome!! Kudos to the author! I am obsessed 🩷
April 26, 2026
I Couldn’t Stop Reading!
The most gripping so far in a series of great reads! DK Bolton is such a classic storyteller, her words come alive! Her characters are multi-faceted and I really want to be Stella’s best friend! We’re about the same age! LOL
The most gripping so far in a series of great reads! DK Bolton is such a classic storyteller, her words come alive! Her characters are multi-faceted and I really want to be Stella’s best friend! We’re about the same age! LOL
January 20, 2026
Wonderful story, but SLOW
I love this series, but it drags on so much. I want to know the ending, so I’ll keep reading, but most of the chapters feel like run on sentences
I love this series, but it drags on so much. I want to know the ending, so I’ll keep reading, but most of the chapters feel like run on sentences
April 6, 2026
Better Than Before
The author carried us deeper into Shadowick and let us see magic as it fought to prevail against evil. The battle continues, but the story gets better.
The author carried us deeper into Shadowick and let us see magic as it fought to prevail against evil. The battle continues, but the story gets better.
May 2, 2026
My heart raced so many times!
Wow!!! An Absolutely incredible story!! DK Bolton's mind is amazing! How a writer can conjure up such magical stories is mind blowing to me!
Wow!!! An Absolutely incredible story!! DK Bolton's mind is amazing! How a writer can conjure up such magical stories is mind blowing to me!
July 28, 2026
Love this series!
I love this series! I stayed up way too late last night to finish book 5 so I could get into book 6! Fun,funny,and exciting!
I love this series! I stayed up way too late last night to finish book 5 so I could get into book 6! Fun,funny,and exciting!
April 24, 2026
Believing The Magical Moonbeam Will Break A Curse!
This is a wonderful story of growth and understanding. The Stonewick Academy continues its development. Mauve believes understanding Gideon will break the curse. But she recognizes that she can not stand alone but needs the assistance of others. Mauve learns ways to reinforce her magic in order to protect the academy’s secret.
The battle against Gideon to break the curse is extremely well written.
The Stonewick Magical Midlife Witch Academy is a fantastic series!
This is a wonderful story of growth and understanding. The Stonewick Academy continues its development. Mauve believes understanding Gideon will break the curse. But she recognizes that she can not stand alone but needs the assistance of others. Mauve learns ways to reinforce her magic in order to protect the academy’s secret.
The battle against Gideon to break the curse is extremely well written.
The Stonewick Magical Midlife Witch Academy is a fantastic series!
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