Playing with Magic

by Carrie L. Wells

Liza Scott can't be bothered with her obnoxious roommate. She’s far too busy enjoying life in college and playing video games. As a top notch, tournament-level gamer, life seems to be going great despite the questions of her childhood. That’s when she finds herself getting dizzy in the oddest places. Those spells lead her to even odder situations, both in life and online, and spells of another kind entirely. Faced with life-altering information about herself medically and metaphysically, and joined by her best friend Felix, Liza faces the changes in her life and her new role as witch royalty. But what she really wants to focus on is the gorgeous Fathom Burke who suddenly seems to know who she is. Maybe it’s coincidence, but maybe, just maybe, it’s magic.

138 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 13, 2015

About the author

Carrie L. Wells writes flirty, fun fiction with a magical, tropical twist. She grew up in New England, relocating to Florida with her family during her teens. She has lived in a variety of regions throughout the country, but never put down roots anywhere soda was called "pop". A subtly tattooed instructor of English, she surrounds herself with funny, happy people any time she can. She lives with her husband, children, and small collection of animals in Central Florida.

Reviews

[Kim Gauger · Rating 4 out of 5]

Well...

A little hard to follow for me, but it was ok. It doesn't end the story so it's a cliffhanger of sorts. I didn't really connect with anyone, but that doesn't mean you wont.

[Melissa Hayden · Rating 3 out of 5]

There is a charming blend of video gaming and magic. Something that is a little different and interactive for Liza.

I'm curious to see who Liza is in the magical world and how she'll get her powers under control.

****FULL REVIEW****
*I requested to review a copy of this audiobook for an honest review from the author.

Liza is an average college dorm student. She doesn't eat properly, plays video games, and doesn't much care for her roommate. She heads out for a late night snack with her friends, Felix and Darcy, but each time she sees her reflection it looks strange. She sees blue lights, it seems to ripple, or look disconnected, and she feels dizzy. Then, the hot guy on campus, Fathom Burke, knows who Liza is let alone talks to her.

Darcy works at Turn the Page, where she's seen a strange woman come in and sit all day writing in her journal, drinking tea with her own tea bags. Felix decides they can solve the mystery of the woman and Liza joins him on his adventure.

Kristin is the voice of Liza and her friends for us. We get the Boston accent for Fathom and it seeps through for Liza from time to time, when she is shocked or surprised. We get an actual knock when someone knocks on the door. Cool. I am a fan of sound effects.

This is a gentle book. Liza doesn't have a terrible evil that is after her, at least not yet. Liza is learning about who she is and what she can do. The first chapter is spent introducing us to Liza, her roommate Ashley, and her best friend Felix. It was a bit boring as we learn what Liza likes. The story picks up for me with Felix and learning about his special connections. I even enjoyed seeing Fathom with Liza and learning his connection in the world.

There is a charming blend of video gaming and magic. Something that is a little different and interactive for Liza.

I'm curious to see who Liza is in the magical world and how she'll get her powers under control.

[Becky Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is so much to love about this crafty novella. Liza, our protagonist is so unique that I feel she must be a real person somewhere, not just a figment of Carrie's imagination. Her friend, Felix, is just as unique and real. I'm totally in love with him. Doesn't matter that he's gay. Then, there's Fathom, the hunky dude who is suddenly paying attention to Liza.

There is a uniqueness about this novella that makes me giddy to share it with readers. There are witches, of course, keepers (they watch over and protect their witches), a familiar, a grimoire, a magical video game, and oodles of magic! I adore how Carrie carefully crafted the witch/keeper relationship, and how this relationship affected the Puritan witch trials.

I felt good reading this book, like there is magic surrounding me, but being the un-magical person that I am, I cannot fully grasp it, yet I feel it nudging me. I cannot wait until Book 2 of The Midnight Witches series is released!

[Stacy Spoonster · Rating 5 out of 5]

Playing with Magic

When I first started reading this novella I wasn't sure if I was going to like the main character. Fortunately, the character grew and changed during the course of the story and I ended up really liking her. I really like the premise of the story and the use of old magic combined with the modern world. It's a unique tale and I really enjoyed it. I look forward to reading more of the story. I would highly recommend.

[Philleys Peters · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very interesting...



An interesting and well written storyline. Liza is a game playing college coed who discovers she is a witch from a powerful bloodline. A pretty clean read, the slow build and reveal, drew me in. Nice. But this is just the story set up and more to be revealed in book 2. I can't wait. Great read.








ho discovers she is a witch from a powerful bloodline of witches.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I want the next book you have me intrigued.

[Alan T · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fun read. Introduces Liza and her friends, and introduces a love interest. I look forward to reading more.