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Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mysteries #6
Witch Hazel and Wicked Warnings: A Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery: Holiday Halloween Cozy Mysteries Women Sleuths
In the quaint town of Bloomwood, Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy, it’s about legends, lost heirs, and the long shadow of Blackston Manor.
When Iris and Poppy Thorne agree to decorate the town’s spookiest estate for the annual community party, they expect cobwebs, cider, and maybe a ghost story or two. What they don’t expect is a murder.
A respected historian is found dead during the manor’s ghost tour, clutching a sprig of witch hazel, a plant steeped in Southern folklore and deadly symbolism. As whispers of a century-old curse resurface and eerie warnings appear at their flower shop, the sisters are drawn into a chilling mystery rooted in family secrets, forgotten love, and a disappearance that was never truly solved.
With their quirky assistant Dolly, a haunted child’s vision, and their late mother’s herbal journal as guides, Iris and Poppy must untangle truth from superstition before the killer strikes again…and this time, they may be the target.
Is the killer using the past to justify revenge… or is something even more wicked blooming in Bloomwood?
Curl up with Witch Hazel and Wicked Warnings, a spellbinding Southern mystery full of sisterly sleuthing, botanical clues, and ghostly twists.
When Iris and Poppy Thorne agree to decorate the town’s spookiest estate for the annual community party, they expect cobwebs, cider, and maybe a ghost story or two. What they don’t expect is a murder.
A respected historian is found dead during the manor’s ghost tour, clutching a sprig of witch hazel, a plant steeped in Southern folklore and deadly symbolism. As whispers of a century-old curse resurface and eerie warnings appear at their flower shop, the sisters are drawn into a chilling mystery rooted in family secrets, forgotten love, and a disappearance that was never truly solved.
With their quirky assistant Dolly, a haunted child’s vision, and their late mother’s herbal journal as guides, Iris and Poppy must untangle truth from superstition before the killer strikes again…and this time, they may be the target.
Is the killer using the past to justify revenge… or is something even more wicked blooming in Bloomwood?
Curl up with Witch Hazel and Wicked Warnings, a spellbinding Southern mystery full of sisterly sleuthing, botanical clues, and ghostly twists.
156 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2025
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About the author
D.G. Thomas
26 booksD.G. Thomas is an author, storyteller, and independent publisher who writes engaging books for readers of all ages. From cozy mysteries filled with small-town secrets to imaginative children’s picture and chapter books, her stories blend warmth, humor, and unforgettable characters—always rooted in themes of family, friendship, community, belonging, and the power of human connection.
Her writing celebrates the beauty of everyday life through African American main characters, because she believes representation matters. Whether her characters are uncovering hidden truths in a charming Southern town or traveling through time to explore their ancestry, D.G. Thomas creates stories that entertain, inspire, and leave readers feeling seen.
She began her writing journey with The Magic Chest: Sands of Time, inspired by the bedtime stories she created for her children. That spark grew into a series that includes Dancing ’Til Dusk, Halloween Hideout, and Seaside Treasure. She’s also the author of several picture books including the anti-bullying book Norris and Twig and The Flower Power Unicorn series of moral tales for children, crafted to delight young readers with fun educational adventures.
For mystery lovers, she writes The Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery Series, a charming collection of whodunits full of suspense, heart, and Southern flair. Each book in the series invites you into a world where secrets are hidden among the blooms and danger lurks beneath the surface of small-town charm. Whether they’re unraveling clues left in a rose garden, uncovering scandals tied to local landmarks, or confronting dark motives rooted in greed and jealousy, the Thorne sisters bring wit, courage, and a unique perspective to every case.
A graduate of the University of Louisville and a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, D.G. Thomas lives in Kentucky with her daughter, son, and their ever-curious cat.
Her writing celebrates the beauty of everyday life through African American main characters, because she believes representation matters. Whether her characters are uncovering hidden truths in a charming Southern town or traveling through time to explore their ancestry, D.G. Thomas creates stories that entertain, inspire, and leave readers feeling seen.
She began her writing journey with The Magic Chest: Sands of Time, inspired by the bedtime stories she created for her children. That spark grew into a series that includes Dancing ’Til Dusk, Halloween Hideout, and Seaside Treasure. She’s also the author of several picture books including the anti-bullying book Norris and Twig and The Flower Power Unicorn series of moral tales for children, crafted to delight young readers with fun educational adventures.
For mystery lovers, she writes The Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery Series, a charming collection of whodunits full of suspense, heart, and Southern flair. Each book in the series invites you into a world where secrets are hidden among the blooms and danger lurks beneath the surface of small-town charm. Whether they’re unraveling clues left in a rose garden, uncovering scandals tied to local landmarks, or confronting dark motives rooted in greed and jealousy, the Thorne sisters bring wit, courage, and a unique perspective to every case.
A graduate of the University of Louisville and a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, D.G. Thomas lives in Kentucky with her daughter, son, and their ever-curious cat.
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