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Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mysteries #7
Theatre of Secrets: A Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery
A heartwarming, small town, magical cozy mystery.
Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone.
Murder, magic, and a ghost with unfinished business take center stage in Quillhaven.
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished. Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia has her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
Can she unmask the murderer before the final curtain falls forever?
. . . an edge-of-the-seat finish!
. . . hooked from the beginning and couldn't stop reading
. . . full of humor, mystery and just the right amount of magic
. . .Tessa Silver is one of my favorite authors and I highly recommend checking out her work.
Every book in the Quillhaven series can be read as a standalone.
Murder, magic, and a ghost with unfinished business take center stage in Quillhaven.
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished. Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia has her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
Can she unmask the murderer before the final curtain falls forever?
. . . an edge-of-the-seat finish!
. . . hooked from the beginning and couldn't stop reading
. . . full of humor, mystery and just the right amount of magic
. . .Tessa Silver is one of my favorite authors and I highly recommend checking out her work.
288 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 21, 2025
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October 30, 2025
Theatre of Secrets by Tessa Silver is an enchanting blend of mystery, magic, and small-town charm. Set in the mystical coastal town of Quillhaven, the story unfolds around an old playhouse hiding more than just dusty props—it holds generations of secrets waiting to be unearthed.
The pacing kept me hooked from the first act to the final curtain call. There’s suspense, emotional depth, and that signature Tessa Silver sparkle that makes her magical mysteries so special. The ending ties things up beautifully while leaving just enough intrigue for whatever comes next in Quillhaven.
If you love cozy mysteries with supernatural flair, secret histories, and a touch of romance, Theatre of Secrets is a must-read.
The pacing kept me hooked from the first act to the final curtain call. There’s suspense, emotional depth, and that signature Tessa Silver sparkle that makes her magical mysteries so special. The ending ties things up beautifully while leaving just enough intrigue for whatever comes next in Quillhaven.
If you love cozy mysteries with supernatural flair, secret histories, and a touch of romance, Theatre of Secrets is a must-read.
Did Not Finish
May 30, 2026DNFed
The opening chapter reads like an Instagram reel about autumn girlie aesthetics 🙄
Maybe will come back to this book later, when I'm more in the mood.
The opening chapter reads like an Instagram reel about autumn girlie aesthetics 🙄
Maybe will come back to this book later, when I'm more in the mood.
October 27, 2025
Tracking a Killer . . .
Olivia Sweetwater is trying to find her way to Quillhaven where she will be directing "The Thirteenth Mirror", a contemporary thriller with supernatural elements, to be held at the historic Silver Quill Theatre. Of course the GPS nav was no longer functioning by now and she was trying to navigate using hand-drawn directions. The last instruction was to "cross the bridge and follow your heart". What is that supposed to mean? She crossed the bridge and felt an odd sensation. She gazed at the elegant theater at the end of the street. For just a moment, she thought she saw a figure dressed in old-fashioned clothing standing in a third-floor window, tipping his hat at her. But when she tried to focus, the window was empty. So she stopped at the Mystic Mornings Cafe to have a cup of coffee and found the inside actually felt magical. The barista/owner, Caleb Rivers, cheerfully greeted her. She noticed a woman with two cats, and Caleb told her Annie Hart was his girlfriend and owned Spellbound Stories across the street. The cats were her companions, Leo and Luna, and they walked over to greet Olivia. An older woman walked in, Eleanor Thornwood, introducing herself as president of the Silver Quill board. Olivia met the other members at a quick meeting and was shown the beautiful stage. As the tour progressed, she felt someone watching her, seeming to be friendly and amused by her being there. When Bob left her alone, she greeted the empty auditorium and the building seemed to sigh as she heard the distant sound of applause. Her cottage was behind the theater and she saw movement in a second-floor window. Someone seemed to be waving like the one she saw earlier.
Ready to begin rehearsals, Martha Chambers, their costume designer, is murdered! Her irreplaceable magical patterns, woven with protection spells, have disappeared! Now the investigation begins. They must track down the murderer's identity as Olivia (with a newly-discovered ability), Annie and her Siamese cats, Max Winters (lighting designer and technician), Thaddeus (a ghostly presence), and of course the police department's Chief Noah Chandler gather clues to find justice for Martha and to enable the play to go on by opening night and save the struggling theater. Someone is stealing Quillhaven's creative magic and the deaths will not stop until the killer is identified and dealt with. Will the theater team be successful? And what will the future hold for Olivia?
Olivia Sweetwater is trying to find her way to Quillhaven where she will be directing "The Thirteenth Mirror", a contemporary thriller with supernatural elements, to be held at the historic Silver Quill Theatre. Of course the GPS nav was no longer functioning by now and she was trying to navigate using hand-drawn directions. The last instruction was to "cross the bridge and follow your heart". What is that supposed to mean? She crossed the bridge and felt an odd sensation. She gazed at the elegant theater at the end of the street. For just a moment, she thought she saw a figure dressed in old-fashioned clothing standing in a third-floor window, tipping his hat at her. But when she tried to focus, the window was empty. So she stopped at the Mystic Mornings Cafe to have a cup of coffee and found the inside actually felt magical. The barista/owner, Caleb Rivers, cheerfully greeted her. She noticed a woman with two cats, and Caleb told her Annie Hart was his girlfriend and owned Spellbound Stories across the street. The cats were her companions, Leo and Luna, and they walked over to greet Olivia. An older woman walked in, Eleanor Thornwood, introducing herself as president of the Silver Quill board. Olivia met the other members at a quick meeting and was shown the beautiful stage. As the tour progressed, she felt someone watching her, seeming to be friendly and amused by her being there. When Bob left her alone, she greeted the empty auditorium and the building seemed to sigh as she heard the distant sound of applause. Her cottage was behind the theater and she saw movement in a second-floor window. Someone seemed to be waving like the one she saw earlier.
Ready to begin rehearsals, Martha Chambers, their costume designer, is murdered! Her irreplaceable magical patterns, woven with protection spells, have disappeared! Now the investigation begins. They must track down the murderer's identity as Olivia (with a newly-discovered ability), Annie and her Siamese cats, Max Winters (lighting designer and technician), Thaddeus (a ghostly presence), and of course the police department's Chief Noah Chandler gather clues to find justice for Martha and to enable the play to go on by opening night and save the struggling theater. Someone is stealing Quillhaven's creative magic and the deaths will not stop until the killer is identified and dealt with. Will the theater team be successful? And what will the future hold for Olivia?
October 28, 2025
Every performance has its ghosts… but some refuse to stay in the wings.
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
Little does she know that the theater holds secrets deeper than its Victorian foundations.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished.
Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia discovers that theater magic and real magic don't always play nicely together. She’s got her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
Can she unmask the murderer before the final curtain falls forever?
This Quillhaven magical cozy paranormal mystery is page-turning with exceptional world-building in the enchanted town of Quillhaven and characters who are magical, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with a female sleuth, local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night, a delightfully cozy paranormal mystery where theater magic meets real magic and the show much absolutely go on, suspense that will have readers on the edge of their seats when the beloved costume designer, Martha, is found dead, chaos/drama, heartfelt emotions/emotional depth, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with a theatre of secrets and a Quillhaven magical cozy mystery that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly magical and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
Little does she know that the theater holds secrets deeper than its Victorian foundations.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished.
Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia discovers that theater magic and real magic don't always play nicely together. She’s got her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
Can she unmask the murderer before the final curtain falls forever?
This Quillhaven magical cozy paranormal mystery is page-turning with exceptional world-building in the enchanted town of Quillhaven and characters who are magical, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with a female sleuth, local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night, a delightfully cozy paranormal mystery where theater magic meets real magic and the show much absolutely go on, suspense that will have readers on the edge of their seats when the beloved costume designer, Martha, is found dead, chaos/drama, heartfelt emotions/emotional depth, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with a theatre of secrets and a Quillhaven magical cozy mystery that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wildly magical and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2025
THEATRE OF SECRETS is the ninth installment in the Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery series by Tessa Silver.
Each of these murder mysteries includes quirky, loveable characters and light-hearted fun that had me hooked from beginning to end. There are enough twists and turns in each story to keep things interesting. This series never grows old or tired. Each installment introduces a new resident with a new and fresh plot.
The local theatre ghost, Thaddeus Wainwright, has a way with creative light shows, a talent for mimickry. He also has not only a deep knowledge of theatre production but also the history of the theatre itself.
Our feline investigators Leo and Luna are deep into the investigation, adding valuable assistance with finding clues and sabotage. Leo's love with anything sugary is actually a huge help this time around.
Director Olivia Sweetwater has accepted a temporary position to direct 'The Thirteenth Mirror' at the historic Silver Quill Theatre in Quillhaven. She no sooner arrives than Martha, the magical costume designer, is found murdered. Now, Olivia is not only directing a play but investigating a murder. It's not going to be easy. Someone has stolen some of Martha's costumes and appears to be attempting to make the production fail. The actors suddenly have trouble with their lines and tripping over their own feet. It's like their creative magic is failing.
I thoroughly enjoyed this quick and fun story. Leo's snark and Luna's calm wisdom truly add an enjoyable twist to these stories.
The many twists and turns keep you guessing until the ending. I not only highly recommend this book, but the entire Quillhaven series as well.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Each of these murder mysteries includes quirky, loveable characters and light-hearted fun that had me hooked from beginning to end. There are enough twists and turns in each story to keep things interesting. This series never grows old or tired. Each installment introduces a new resident with a new and fresh plot.
The local theatre ghost, Thaddeus Wainwright, has a way with creative light shows, a talent for mimickry. He also has not only a deep knowledge of theatre production but also the history of the theatre itself.
Our feline investigators Leo and Luna are deep into the investigation, adding valuable assistance with finding clues and sabotage. Leo's love with anything sugary is actually a huge help this time around.
Director Olivia Sweetwater has accepted a temporary position to direct 'The Thirteenth Mirror' at the historic Silver Quill Theatre in Quillhaven. She no sooner arrives than Martha, the magical costume designer, is found murdered. Now, Olivia is not only directing a play but investigating a murder. It's not going to be easy. Someone has stolen some of Martha's costumes and appears to be attempting to make the production fail. The actors suddenly have trouble with their lines and tripping over their own feet. It's like their creative magic is failing.
I thoroughly enjoyed this quick and fun story. Leo's snark and Luna's calm wisdom truly add an enjoyable twist to these stories.
The many twists and turns keep you guessing until the ending. I not only highly recommend this book, but the entire Quillhaven series as well.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 18, 2025
Author Tessa Silver weaves pure magic in this spellbinding paranormal cozy mystery that will grip you from the very first page.
When Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the picturesque town of Quillhaven to direct The Thirteenth Mirror at the Silver Quill Theatre, she expects opening-night jitters—not a chilling death behind the curtains. But as eerie accidents and ghostly whispers begin to haunt rehearsals, Olivia quickly realizes something sinister is at play.
Teaming up with Annie Hart, a clever local witch, and her two mystical cats, Leo and Luna, Olivia dives into a world where glamour meets the supernatural and every shadow hides a secret. The theatre itself seems to pulse with hidden energy, as if the building knows more than it lets on.
With danger closing in and a spectral ally offering cryptic clues, Olivia must unravel a dark mystery before the final act turns deadly.
Witty, atmospheric, and utterly addictive, Theatre of Secrets blends mystery, magic, and mayhem into a performance you won’t forget. Every page glimmers with tension and charm—perfect for readers who crave a cozy mystery with a bewitching twist.
A standing ovation for Tessa Silver—this one’s a showstopper!
I thank Ms.Silver for this ARC copy and I highly recommend all the paranormal cozy mystery lovers to grab this book that will be available on Amazon on 21 October 2025.
When Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the picturesque town of Quillhaven to direct The Thirteenth Mirror at the Silver Quill Theatre, she expects opening-night jitters—not a chilling death behind the curtains. But as eerie accidents and ghostly whispers begin to haunt rehearsals, Olivia quickly realizes something sinister is at play.
Teaming up with Annie Hart, a clever local witch, and her two mystical cats, Leo and Luna, Olivia dives into a world where glamour meets the supernatural and every shadow hides a secret. The theatre itself seems to pulse with hidden energy, as if the building knows more than it lets on.
With danger closing in and a spectral ally offering cryptic clues, Olivia must unravel a dark mystery before the final act turns deadly.
Witty, atmospheric, and utterly addictive, Theatre of Secrets blends mystery, magic, and mayhem into a performance you won’t forget. Every page glimmers with tension and charm—perfect for readers who crave a cozy mystery with a bewitching twist.
A standing ovation for Tessa Silver—this one’s a showstopper!
I thank Ms.Silver for this ARC copy and I highly recommend all the paranormal cozy mystery lovers to grab this book that will be available on Amazon on 21 October 2025.
October 22, 2025
Another fantastic Quillhaven mystery that keeps you totally engaged. Director, Olivia Sweetwater came to the magical town of Quillhaven to direct "The Thirteenth Mirror" at the Silver Quill Theatre. But when they started rehearsals, the much loved costumer, Martha, is found dead. The magic she had sewn into the costumes is missing. Obviously, someone wanted the magic bad enough to kill. She finds she has magic within her as well, so with the help of Max, the lighting engineer, Annie Hart a local witch and her two incredible magical cats, Leo and Luna and the theater ghost, Thaddeus and the police chief they dive into the case. Of course, as Olivia gets closer, she puts herself in a dangerous situation. Can she with the help of everyone, find the murderer before the play opens. With so many twists and turns, you are kept guessing until the great ending! I not only highly recommend this book but the entire Quillhaven series as well. I received an ARC of this book but the opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
October 24, 2025
Murder and magic and a ghost are to be found in Quillhaven this time around . The stage is set for The Thirteenth Mirror at the Silver Quill theatre ,what a thrill one might say only this one leads to dismay. Disarray even because someone wanted Martha’s magical patterns with spells sewn in them and handed down generations so much they were prepared to kill her for them! Egads it’s a sorry shame and our intrepid sleuth is surely able to find the ones to blame before it’s too late .Olivia is to be found dodging bits of set that are falling down . Annie Hart the witch who is quite the sweetheart and her two Siamese along with Thaddeus the ghost do their utmost best . Does Olivia solve this one before opening night? She’ll try her best no contest but will she succeed? I hear you ask ,well you’ll just have to read for yourself . I can say this it’s really top shelf reading at its best I must confess . I find this one the best. Tessa Silver’s writing is divine and I especially love this it’s number nine.
October 24, 2025
Olivia Sweetwater never expected to be directing and original play in a small-town theatre, but an unforeseen hiccup in her big city career finds he in Quillhaven, Maine. Halloween is right around the corner, and she has agreed to direct The Thirteenth Mirror at the towns historic Silver Quill Theatre. Unfortunately, the theatre's costume designer is found murdered and her magical sewing patterns are stolen. Olivia soon finds herself drawn into the investigation and with help from Annie a local witch, her Siamese cats Leo and Luna, as well as Thaddeus, the theatre's resident ghost the race will be on to solve the murder and save the beloved theatre. Tessa Silver's characters are always so complex and well developed that I am immediately engrossed in her stories and can't put her books down. Murder, magical mayhem, mystery, suspense, unexpected twists, and a happily ever after make this a must-read book I highly recommend to other readers. I loved this book!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC provided by Book Sprout.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary ARC provided by Book Sprout.
October 21, 2025
Tessa Silver weaves pure magic in this spellbinding paranormal cozy mystery!
When experienced director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanting town of Quillhaven to stage a play at the historic Silver Quill Theatre, she expects opening-night jitters—not murder. But when the costume designer is found dead and her magical sewing patterns vanish, Olivia is forced to confront a world where magic is real—and realize she has gifts of her own.
Teaming up with an unlikely, yet charming, "found family"—including a local witch, her clever cats (Leo and Luna), a theater ghost, and the handsome lighting designer, Max—Olivia races to catch a killer.
This book is a delightful read, packed with intriguing twists and turns. It perfectly blends paranormal mayhem with a sweet romance and strong bonds of friendship. Witty, atmospheric, and utterly addictive, Theatre of Secrets is a showstopper! Highly recommended for all cozy mystery lovers.
When experienced director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanting town of Quillhaven to stage a play at the historic Silver Quill Theatre, she expects opening-night jitters—not murder. But when the costume designer is found dead and her magical sewing patterns vanish, Olivia is forced to confront a world where magic is real—and realize she has gifts of her own.
Teaming up with an unlikely, yet charming, "found family"—including a local witch, her clever cats (Leo and Luna), a theater ghost, and the handsome lighting designer, Max—Olivia races to catch a killer.
This book is a delightful read, packed with intriguing twists and turns. It perfectly blends paranormal mayhem with a sweet romance and strong bonds of friendship. Witty, atmospheric, and utterly addictive, Theatre of Secrets is a showstopper! Highly recommended for all cozy mystery lovers.
October 23, 2025
Theatre of Secrets is the ninth book in Tessa Silver's Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery series. Olivia Sweetwater comes to the historic Silver Quill theater to direct a murder mystery. On opening night, the costume designer is found dead and the magic in her costume patterns missing. Olivia was drawn to Quillhaven and had began seeing things (the theater ghost) and hearing Leo and Luna, Annie Hart's magical cats almost as soon as she arrives.
So there's magic, of course. And Olivia comes into her own powers. She also falls in love and falls into danger as she, the cats, the ghost and the light tech, Max solves the mystery.
The story is smooth and lovely, written with whatever magical powers Ms. Silver has. A fun romp. Olivia is surrounded by a loving found family. Definitely a cozy read for winter nights under the quilt and a cup of cocoa.
Lovely.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
So there's magic, of course. And Olivia comes into her own powers. She also falls in love and falls into danger as she, the cats, the ghost and the light tech, Max solves the mystery.
The story is smooth and lovely, written with whatever magical powers Ms. Silver has. A fun romp. Olivia is surrounded by a loving found family. Definitely a cozy read for winter nights under the quilt and a cup of cocoa.
Lovely.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 24, 2025
Director Olivia Sweetwater comes to Quillhaven to head the latest production at the Silver Quill Theatre. As the play is coming together, the costume designer is murdered and it comes to light that Martha’s costumes were not only beautiful, but also magical. With the help of lighting director Max, sheriff Noah, local witch Annie and her enchanted cats Leo and Luna, Olivia is determined to uncover the killer before opening night.
Theatre of Secrets is a wonderful addition to the Quillhaven series. Silver’s storytelling is enthralling and captures the reader’s attention. I love how she creates stories around new characters while utilizing characters from previous books. This book contains mystery, magic and a sweet love story that paranormal cozy mystery lovers will enjoy. I recommend not only this book, but the whole Quillhaven series. You won’t be disappointed!
*I was gifted a copy of this book and all opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Theatre of Secrets is a wonderful addition to the Quillhaven series. Silver’s storytelling is enthralling and captures the reader’s attention. I love how she creates stories around new characters while utilizing characters from previous books. This book contains mystery, magic and a sweet love story that paranormal cozy mystery lovers will enjoy. I recommend not only this book, but the whole Quillhaven series. You won’t be disappointed!
*I was gifted a copy of this book and all opinions expressed in this review are my own.
October 24, 2025
Loved this story! Well put together just like all of the ones before in the series. Just the right amount of character development so you have sufficient info to understand how they fit together. Characters from prior stories come into play as appropriate.
I have read all of the stories in the series, and the characters are like family. You understand their backgrounds and it’s clear how they fit into the story line.
The author does a wonderful job of weaving the story with the main characters. She is able infuse emotion as well as suspense into her words as the story flows. There were places that I just had to read on since I couldn’t stop at that point. I had tears at places where parts were that moving.
There is no cliffhanger ending. Each story has a bit of budding romance. If you enjoy paranormal cozy mysteries, you really should read the series.
I received an advance copy of this book and the comments are mine.
I have read all of the stories in the series, and the characters are like family. You understand their backgrounds and it’s clear how they fit into the story line.
The author does a wonderful job of weaving the story with the main characters. She is able infuse emotion as well as suspense into her words as the story flows. There were places that I just had to read on since I couldn’t stop at that point. I had tears at places where parts were that moving.
There is no cliffhanger ending. Each story has a bit of budding romance. If you enjoy paranormal cozy mysteries, you really should read the series.
I received an advance copy of this book and the comments are mine.
October 10, 2025
I really love this series.
Olivia has come to Quillhaven to direct a play at the historic Silver Quill theatre. Shortly after she arrives the costume maker is murdered. Someone seems to be after her magical designs.
Olivia finds she is seeing and sensing supernatural things and it is reinforced when she hears the voices of Leo and Luna, Quillhaven’s magical cats.
This book has a lot of magic, a great mystery, several characters from previous books, a slow romance and humour. Leo and his quest for food comes to mind right away.
Besides Olivia and the lighting tech, Max, this book has a lot of Annie, the witch owner of the bookstore and familiars, Leo and Luna.
This is a nice cozy, fantasy mystery and each book gets better and better.
I would recommend this book and series in a flash.
Olivia has come to Quillhaven to direct a play at the historic Silver Quill theatre. Shortly after she arrives the costume maker is murdered. Someone seems to be after her magical designs.
Olivia finds she is seeing and sensing supernatural things and it is reinforced when she hears the voices of Leo and Luna, Quillhaven’s magical cats.
This book has a lot of magic, a great mystery, several characters from previous books, a slow romance and humour. Leo and his quest for food comes to mind right away.
Besides Olivia and the lighting tech, Max, this book has a lot of Annie, the witch owner of the bookstore and familiars, Leo and Luna.
This is a nice cozy, fantasy mystery and each book gets better and better.
I would recommend this book and series in a flash.
October 27, 2025
This is another lovely Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery. It is a story that takes you on stage to the Silver Quill theatre and also the preparing the production for "The Thirteenth Mirror". The Silver Quill theatre is in a troublesome situation, the sudden unnatural death of Martha Chambers. Costumes that draw us in to a deep mystery, Olivia Sweetwater, a director who's come to direct "The Thirteenth Mirror". The storytelling is so capturing and the characters at the theatre are nice. However, there are negative things that happen and there is the investigation of finding the person who killed Martha. As always a nice story with the people of Quillhaven, it is a treat to return, experience this magical display on stage and behind the scenes.
I truly enjoyed this opus and I'm happy to have read this book.
Charlotte N
I truly enjoyed this opus and I'm happy to have read this book.
Charlotte N
October 29, 2025
Olivia Sweetwater arrives in Quillhaven, eager to direct the play “The Thirteenth Mirror” at the historic Silver Quill Theatre. But, on the first day of rehearsals, the theatre’s costume designer is murdered and her magical designs and patterns are stolen.
Before she knows it, Olivia is learning about Quillhaven’s magical background and finds herself in the middle of a magical murder mystery.
With the help of Annie Hart, a local witch, and Annie's feline familiars, Luna and Leo, Olivia follows the clues, hoping to solve the case before opening night.
This is another unputdownable book in the Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery series! You’ll love the characters and the magic and everything about this book!
I highly recommend this entire series to all cozy mystery lovers.
I received this book as an Advanced Reader Copy and I am happy to leave this voluntary review.
Before she knows it, Olivia is learning about Quillhaven’s magical background and finds herself in the middle of a magical murder mystery.
With the help of Annie Hart, a local witch, and Annie's feline familiars, Luna and Leo, Olivia follows the clues, hoping to solve the case before opening night.
This is another unputdownable book in the Quillhaven Magical Cozy Mystery series! You’ll love the characters and the magic and everything about this book!
I highly recommend this entire series to all cozy mystery lovers.
I received this book as an Advanced Reader Copy and I am happy to leave this voluntary review.
June 2, 2026
Olivia Sweetwater was only co-opted to direct a play at The Silver Quill Theatre on a temporary basis. No one reckoned on Martha, the costume designer, being found dead. Martha had been key in ensuring all actors and performances were shown at their very best, thanks to the special magic she wove into their costumes over the years. Without her...!?
The Quillhaven team pull together to unearth the mystery behind Martha's murder. It seems to be linked to Martha's patterns.
Max, the lighting designer and technician, normally a very reserved soul, steps into the limelight (pun intended) to help Olivia and the crew solve the crime. Leo and Luna, alongside Annie play their part in this.
Poor Noah! Bemused, but totally supportive of the Quillhaveners!
Another magical sortie into Quillhaven you shouldn't miss.
The Quillhaven team pull together to unearth the mystery behind Martha's murder. It seems to be linked to Martha's patterns.
Max, the lighting designer and technician, normally a very reserved soul, steps into the limelight (pun intended) to help Olivia and the crew solve the crime. Leo and Luna, alongside Annie play their part in this.
Poor Noah! Bemused, but totally supportive of the Quillhaveners!
Another magical sortie into Quillhaven you shouldn't miss.
October 24, 2025
This is the latest installment in the Quillhaven series by Tessa Silver. It centers around the Silver Quill Theatre which is rumored to be haunted. Director Olivia Sweetwater is hired to come to Quillhaven to head the latest production. Everything starts off with the costume designer being murdered. During the investigation, it becomes obvious that Martha’s costumes were not only beautiful, but also magical. With the help of lighting director Max, sheriff Noah, local witch Annie and her enchanted cats Leo and Luna, Olivia is determined to uncover the killer before opening night. This book holds a reader attention. It’s a paranormal cozy mystery that contains mystery, magic and a love story. I highly recommend it.
October 26, 2025
I absolutely love the whole Quillhaven mystery series and this one is a great addition to it!! This one centers on a community theater and the new-to-town director who gets thrown into a mystery. And of couse, she has help from the fabulous felines Leo & Luna, as well as a new ghost character, who is absolutely charming!
It is a fun read and may be my new favorite of the series!
While it is in a series, it is a stand alone novel; all of them are. They each center on a different business in Quillhaven and while some of the characters overlap, it really is fine to read them in any order. But I would recommend starting at the beginning & working your way thru....they are all fun, easy, enjoyable reads!
It is a fun read and may be my new favorite of the series!
While it is in a series, it is a stand alone novel; all of them are. They each center on a different business in Quillhaven and while some of the characters overlap, it really is fine to read them in any order. But I would recommend starting at the beginning & working your way thru....they are all fun, easy, enjoyable reads!
December 8, 2025
This was a very puzzling mystery and a story with amazing characters. I highly recommend this book and the author.
Amazon synopsis:
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished. Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia has her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
Amazon synopsis:
When seasoned director Olivia Sweetwater arrives in the enchanted town of Quillhaven, she expects nothing more mysterious than staging The Thirteenth Mirror at the historic Silver Quill Theatre.
On the first day of rehearsals, the Silver Quill’s beloved costume designer, Martha, is found murdered, and her magical sewing patterns—protective spells woven into fabric for generations—have vanished. Someone wanted those enchanted costume patterns badly enough to kill for them.
As supernatural shenanigans swirl around their production, Olivia has her hands full while dodging falling spotlights, deciphering ghostly clues, and trying not to fall for the dreamy lighting designer.
With the help of local witch Annie Hart, two (very) clever Siamese cats, and Thaddeus, a charming ghost with a flair for dramatic timing, Olivia must solve the murder before opening night.
October 24, 2025
Theatre of secrets is a great story about Olivia Sweetwater who is is a Theatre Director and is coming to produce a play. She starts rehearsals and unfortunately someone dies. Chief Noah Chandler investigates with Olivia and Annie Hart the Magical Bookshop Owner and her two special Familiar cats Luna and Leo who can talk but not everyone can hear them. There are many possible pieces to this mystery. But can they find the answer before anyone else is hurt?
Excellent story and series that I highly recommend you read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Excellent story and series that I highly recommend you read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 20, 2025
Director Olivia Sweetwater is going to Quillhaven to direct a play at the Silver Quill Theatre. When she arrives she find out the theatre is enchanted and she learns about it's magic. When the beloved costume designer is found murdered in her workroom, she also learns that Martha wove magic into her costumes and that someone was out to try to put the theatre out of business. With the help of Max the lighting engineer, Leo and Luna the cats, and Annie Hart a local witch they try to figure out who killed Martha and tried to steal her costume magics plans.
October 21, 2025
Olivia comes to the town of Quillhaven to direct a play with a bit of magic in it. As soon as she touches the curtains she feels the heartbeat of the Silver Quill. Then their costumer is murdered and she realizes the town is "really" magical. With the help of all the cast plus Annie and her enchanted cats Leo and Luna they find out who is trying to destroy their theater. The final showdown was fantastic and really showed what happens when people do things for the wrong reason.
I received an arc and this is my review
I received an arc and this is my review
October 22, 2025
When Olivia starts at the theatre as a director she does not expect to be involved in a murder investigation and much more. An amazing paranormal book with wonderful characters, human and feline, that show how a community can work together. I really enjoyed the storyline working through the mystery until the final showdown. Wonderfully written, this book will make you smile while you are on the edge of your seat.
I received a copy of this book from the author. I am leaving a voluntary and honest review.
I received a copy of this book from the author. I am leaving a voluntary and honest review.
October 27, 2025
Theatre of Secrets by Tessa Silver is a cozy mystery with a magical twist. The story is light and fun: a theatre, a ghost, and a murder make it exciting. The characters are well rounded: Olivia is smart and brave.
The town of Quillhaven feels magical and friendly.
The writing is simple and clear: easy to follow and enjoy.
It's a mystery that keeps you guessing. The world building is nice surprise makes this story a cozy mysteries with a little magic and heart
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this digital copy, all opinions are mine
The town of Quillhaven feels magical and friendly.
The writing is simple and clear: easy to follow and enjoy.
It's a mystery that keeps you guessing. The world building is nice surprise makes this story a cozy mysteries with a little magic and heart
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this digital copy, all opinions are mine
October 28, 2025
This was an excellent read, I enjoyed the new villain, a creative vampirism attack. This was something totally new. Olivia comes to Quillhaven to produce a new play and instead finds herself protecting the theatre and the audience. A person is trying to take the creative emotions from not just the actors but also the audience. This person also kills the one person who is helping to protect everyone. A clever murder mystery that makes you wonder if the supernatural can effect a play. Still love Luna and Leo. I received an arc and the views and opinions are my own.
November 23, 2025
Another book in this series finished and what a book. This book brought another new person to Quillhaven, one to help with the Theatre. Olivia came for a short time to help with a new production they were putting on. There is a lot emotion in this story, mostly laughter because some of the things are really funny but also some scary and really intense. Come along and grab this book and check in with Olivia, Max and cast of the
Quillhaven Theatre. Happy reading. Off I go to read the next book and I can't wait to check it out.
Quillhaven Theatre. Happy reading. Off I go to read the next book and I can't wait to check it out.
May 11, 2026
Book 7 of the Quillhaven series. Now we have new seasoned director for theatre Olivia Sweetwater. nothing like starting a new job only to have a murder happen. Being the new director has its ups and downs, but this is crazy. This book is a cute cozy, paranormal mystery what gets you right from the start. Olivia teams up with Annie, Leo, Luna and Max to solve the mystery and we can't leave out the detective Noah. read or listen to another fantastic mystery from Tessa that keeps you engaged from the beginning until the end.
October 12, 2025
Wow! Once into this magical book I had to finish it. Late night!! The Quillhaven Theatre as an invited Director for a new play with a magical mirror as the theme. Once there she is meeting people and then one of the crew gets murdered. Martha, the seamstress extraordinaire. She sewed magic into the clothes. Fortunately, for the Theatre, she has taught Walter well. The magical cats Leo and Luna also play a big part in this “war” between good and evil magic. A great read.
October 21, 2025
Just in time for Halloween. The dazzling cat duo and the town residents of Quillhaven join together to solve the latest murder. This time in the haunted theatre!
A new director, Olivia Sweetwater, definitely wasn't expecting Quillhaven and the secrets of the theatre. She is pretty surprised with her new abilities and the quirky town residents.
What a delightful read! I, as always, was shocked about who committed the murder! Cannot wait for the next one!
A new director, Olivia Sweetwater, definitely wasn't expecting Quillhaven and the secrets of the theatre. She is pretty surprised with her new abilities and the quirky town residents.
What a delightful read! I, as always, was shocked about who committed the murder! Cannot wait for the next one!
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