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Blackmoore Sisters #7
Spell Found
When the Blackmoore sisters travel to Salem Massachusetts in search of an ancient energy infused relic that has been hidden away since the 1692 Salem witch trials, they find themselves up to their elbows in witches, ghosts and cats ... not to mention murder. The sisters must depend on their paranormal detective skills to find the location of the relic before one of them becomes the next victim, but when their handsome guardian angel, Mateo, shows up with a surprise revelation about their paranormal gifts, the sisters must face a truth that could change their world forever.
260 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 6, 2015
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About the author
Leighann Dobbs
135 books1,863 followersUSA Today bestselling author, Leighann Dobbs, discovered her passion for writing after a twenty year career as a software engineer. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband Bruce, their trusty Chihuahua mix Mojo and beautiful rescue cat, Kitty.
Her book "Dead Wrong" won the "Best Mystery Romance" award at the 2014 Indie Romance Convention.
Her book "Ghostly Paws" was the 2015 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem First Place category winner in the Animal Mystery category.
Her book "Dead Wrong" won the "Best Mystery Romance" award at the 2014 Indie Romance Convention.
Her book "Ghostly Paws" was the 2015 Chanticleer Mystery & Mayhem First Place category winner in the Animal Mystery category.
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November 30, 2020
Having a ball
A great series about four sisters and their paranormal gifts. The sisters are given the job of gathering certain magic relics. With the help of their boyfriends and other paranormal groups they are learning how to use their gifts to accomplish their task.
A great series about four sisters and their paranormal gifts. The sisters are given the job of gathering certain magic relics. With the help of their boyfriends and other paranormal groups they are learning how to use their gifts to accomplish their task.
July 16, 2016
I read this book because I read a previous book in this series so I figured why not?? I really wanted to like this book but I cannot! The Blackmoore sisters are not really likable or believable. They ignore the truths right in front of them. They have stupid conversations as if they are preteens. The obvious stuff that should come natural after 7 BOOKS in this series still seem to baffle them. Their cat is smarter then the 4 of them put together and they still think it is JUST a cat. They only (just barely) believe in paranormal, but do not believe in witches (which I am sure they are). And there is no reason for their adamant disbelief in witches. So it seems totally asinine that they believe in paranormal, ghosts, and everything else other worldly but not witches, really ?? They have to dial up and down their paranormal gifts, but then when that "paranormal gift" kicks in they say things like, well maybe I'm imagining things, or maybe lack of sleep is getting to me. You have gifts that you don't fully trust, a cat that has abilities(and is clearly smarter than you), and powers that are other worldly but you still don't believe? This book reads like a YA (very young, maybe 13 years old?) book. I usually like cozy mysteries but these sisters with their childishness made this a hard and un-enjoyable read.
September 13, 2016
It was good to see the series move out of its usual stomping ground, and out into the wider world: both geographically and paranormally.
January 19, 2018
Fun to read as always
Fun story to read. Started off a little slow. Very likable characters. Enjoyed the story. Fun read as always yeah
Fun story to read. Started off a little slow. Very likable characters. Enjoyed the story. Fun read as always yeah
May 30, 2023
I really liked this one but since they were in Salem, I was hoping there would be more about the witches and ghosts
May 28, 2016
I read the first book in this series probably a year ago and loved it but never pursued the rest of the series. I got #7 for free via BookBub and thoroughly enjoyed getting reacquainted with the 4 Blackmore sisters. Although there were many references to former books and it is clear it would be preferable to read them in order, I had no problem getting into the story. It was surprising to me that the sisters were still not aware of the extent of their individual "powers" even after all the previous stories. They know they each have paranormal powers but adamantly refuse to believe in witches let alone that they might be ones themselves! I definitely would read more of this series.
December 3, 2017
I found this book free on Bookbub. It is a quick read and the story is compelling. The characters are interesting but not well-developed in this book. I have read one earlier book in this series, and I don't even recall it. The flow gets clunked up when all four sisters and their cat have to work together to get through tense situations. Each sister has a different paranormal gift and this gets in the way of the story. The setting is Salem, Massachusetts, a perfect place for these characters.
I tend to prefer more complex characters and more complex plots and settings that interact with the story. Spell Found has many of the elements I enjoy but none of the complexity I like.
I tend to prefer more complex characters and more complex plots and settings that interact with the story. Spell Found has many of the elements I enjoy but none of the complexity I like.
July 16, 2016
There were so many typos I about lost my mind. I also found the characters to be morons, completely unaware of things blatantly in front of their faces. There were times it felt like the author got super excited and wrote too fast, at times smashing things together that didn't fully make sense or work with the story, and at other times seemed to just add useless information or dialogue in order to make the story longer.
May 30, 2016
Cute
This is the first book of this series I've read, as a stand alone book I didn't feel I missed out on anything by not reading the previous books. It is quite short and only took two hours to read, but it was light relief and quite fun, I will be recommending it to my thirteen yr old, I think she will enjoy it even more than I did.
This is the first book of this series I've read, as a stand alone book I didn't feel I missed out on anything by not reading the previous books. It is quite short and only took two hours to read, but it was light relief and quite fun, I will be recommending it to my thirteen yr old, I think she will enjoy it even more than I did.
January 2, 2016
Love it!
I enjoy this series very much. The characters are fun and the romance is just an extra but of enjoyment Can't wait for the next one
I enjoy this series very much. The characters are fun and the romance is just an extra but of enjoyment Can't wait for the next one
January 15, 2024
The torture continues.
The ice blue eyes are back.
Here go the girls with their assumptions. The insistence that witches don't exist when Jo is a wiz at computers and could easily Google about modern-day witches so they could at least get away from their assumptions of what makes a witch. Besides, they have "paranormal powers," so not believing something they likely are makes for some intense eye rolling. They even refuse to believe after faced with a ton of proof. There should have been enough character growth to make them more open-minded by this point.
Like the other books, they see something like a cape but brush it off as a cat. They never trust what they see and always have an excuse for what they saw, the excuse is always convenient and hard to believe.
There are so many scenes that confuse me.
"We're interested in your book!"
Chatting chatting chatting.
"Oh, you mean crystal balls. I'm the expert. I wrote the book on it, you know."
"Wow."
Ummm, they brought up the book to begin with.
There are a lot of stories and interpretations about the Salem witch trials, and I tend to dislike them. This book went there, and it was frustrating. This is when I strongly considered stopping the series and not finishing it despite hating the last books.
The author is big on misconceptions, misinterpretations, and judging people based on looks, age, hair color, etc.
To have a ghost speak like someone would with common day slang was off-putting.
More recycled plot points. Last book, one sister was trying to figure out a defensive power, and everyone knew and looked on and thought, aw for her.
This book, a different sister doesn't have a defensive power, and her sisters know it and are like, oh, poor her. And she gets down on herself. She's the only one with actual self-defense training, which keeps being downplayed in this book when it was a saving factor in others.
Their insistence that witches don't exist yet they are fully aware they are paranormal is so weird. They don't trust that anyone says, despite knowing these others know way more than they do. It's this adolescent mindset of thinking they know more than others. They continue to be unlikable characters with no character progression.
The ice blue eyes are back.
Here go the girls with their assumptions. The insistence that witches don't exist when Jo is a wiz at computers and could easily Google about modern-day witches so they could at least get away from their assumptions of what makes a witch. Besides, they have "paranormal powers," so not believing something they likely are makes for some intense eye rolling. They even refuse to believe after faced with a ton of proof. There should have been enough character growth to make them more open-minded by this point.
Like the other books, they see something like a cape but brush it off as a cat. They never trust what they see and always have an excuse for what they saw, the excuse is always convenient and hard to believe.
There are so many scenes that confuse me.
"We're interested in your book!"
Chatting chatting chatting.
"Oh, you mean crystal balls. I'm the expert. I wrote the book on it, you know."
"Wow."
Ummm, they brought up the book to begin with.
There are a lot of stories and interpretations about the Salem witch trials, and I tend to dislike them. This book went there, and it was frustrating. This is when I strongly considered stopping the series and not finishing it despite hating the last books.
The author is big on misconceptions, misinterpretations, and judging people based on looks, age, hair color, etc.
To have a ghost speak like someone would with common day slang was off-putting.
More recycled plot points. Last book, one sister was trying to figure out a defensive power, and everyone knew and looked on and thought, aw for her.
This book, a different sister doesn't have a defensive power, and her sisters know it and are like, oh, poor her. And she gets down on herself. She's the only one with actual self-defense training, which keeps being downplayed in this book when it was a saving factor in others.
Their insistence that witches don't exist yet they are fully aware they are paranormal is so weird. They don't trust that anyone says, despite knowing these others know way more than they do. It's this adolescent mindset of thinking they know more than others. They continue to be unlikable characters with no character progression.
August 1, 2017
Less a mystery than a magical treasure hunt. Four sisters with paranormal powers have been hired by another paranormal to track an important magical relic before it is discovered by their enemy. Using their various powers - channeling energy, talking with spirits, working with crystals, and intuitive sight- the sisters follow the clue to Salem, MA where they start stumbling over bodies and realize their enemy is near.
A fun adventure, not typical magical mystery. There are energy guns, power sapping geodes, and dangerous vortexes.
The only thing I didn't understand was the sisters' reluctance to accept the possibility that witchcraft existed. One of them talks to ghosts and another can use crystals to heal. Don't get why using spells is such a ridiculous leap. Seemed silly.
I look forward to the next in the series.
A fun adventure, not typical magical mystery. There are energy guns, power sapping geodes, and dangerous vortexes.
The only thing I didn't understand was the sisters' reluctance to accept the possibility that witchcraft existed. One of them talks to ghosts and another can use crystals to heal. Don't get why using spells is such a ridiculous leap. Seemed silly.
I look forward to the next in the series.
October 2, 2017
I have enjoyed LeighAnn Dobbs’ cozy mysteries, but this one is a serious clunker. The plot line was clunky and packed w/ holes, and I found it hard to suspend disbelief when the bad guys were pulling out energy guns to shoot at the Blackmoore sisters, who are supposed to be finding a relic w/ powers for the paranormal company for which they now work. Since when? That’s
My fault, as I’m too cheap to pay much for Kindle mysteries, so I haven’t read books #4-6 in the series and this was #7. Anyway, the climax of the fight between the sisters and the bad guys was pretty good, and...ARE they actually witches? I’ll give the cozy two stars for the suspenseful climax. Whoever entered this book into the Kindle library did a bad job w/ incorrect words and verb tenses. Distracting for me, as I’m a proofreading savant. Just don’t bother.
My fault, as I’m too cheap to pay much for Kindle mysteries, so I haven’t read books #4-6 in the series and this was #7. Anyway, the climax of the fight between the sisters and the bad guys was pretty good, and...ARE they actually witches? I’ll give the cozy two stars for the suspenseful climax. Whoever entered this book into the Kindle library did a bad job w/ incorrect words and verb tenses. Distracting for me, as I’m a proofreading savant. Just don’t bother.
January 5, 2025
3 stars.
The sisters' new assignment is to find an artefact in Salem. I guess it's therefore inevitable that we'd be introduced to witches and warlocks, especially when the artefact was apparently hidden away 300 years ago during to the Salem witch hunt.
As we progressed through the series, we have seen the sisters' paranormal abilities also progressing. In this particular instalment, we see quite a significant change from a couple of the sisters enhanced by a magical spell. I'm not sure if this mean spell casting is a complementary ability or a different ability but I guess it doesn't matter. Jolene's relationship with Mateo also takes a big leap in this book so it'll be interesting to see how she handles it from here on.
I wonder if we'll see more of the new characters that were introduced in this book. Let's see. All in all, another fun read.
The sisters' new assignment is to find an artefact in Salem. I guess it's therefore inevitable that we'd be introduced to witches and warlocks, especially when the artefact was apparently hidden away 300 years ago during to the Salem witch hunt.
As we progressed through the series, we have seen the sisters' paranormal abilities also progressing. In this particular instalment, we see quite a significant change from a couple of the sisters enhanced by a magical spell. I'm not sure if this mean spell casting is a complementary ability or a different ability but I guess it doesn't matter. Jolene's relationship with Mateo also takes a big leap in this book so it'll be interesting to see how she handles it from here on.
I wonder if we'll see more of the new characters that were introduced in this book. Let's see. All in all, another fun read.
July 23, 2019
There are two books before this one that I haven't been able to find (#s 6 & 7), which is a little frustrating. However, there weren't too many references to the past, so it didn't realize make much difference to enjoying the story. It was interesting that this one introduced witches and spells (or at least ONE spell) which should make for even more places to go in future books. As usual, the girls are finding dead bodies, and their cat keeps appearing when they don't expect her to. You'd think by now they'd pay attention when the cat gives them 'clues'! A black cat also entered the picture, but as long as they don't stay in Salem, I doubt if it will appear again. Interesting enough to hold me attention, and I liked the new additions.
June 8, 2021
The Blackmoore sisters are back and will need to use their paranormal skills along with some newly learned witchcraft to solve the latest murders and solve the mystery of the missing relic in "Spell Found" by Leighann Dobbs. They find themselves in Salem where the witch trials of 1692 took place and there's more there than the ghosts of those brave women to deal with. They'll also discover witchcraft is not to be taken lightly and a good spell is sometimes exactly what one needs! This was a good one and I loved how the sisters were so adverse to accepting witchcraft as a real thing, yet they're all are so comfortable with their own paranormal skills. On to book #8! Happy Reading!
December 4, 2017
Another fun, quick read about the Blackmoore sisters. The only part of the story I did NOT like was when Celeste was speaking to the ghost of Sarah Easty (an accused witch from 1692 Salem). Sarah's few sentences of dialog are VERY modern and it was annoying to read "About time you got here", "I was part of the inner circle when the whole thing went down", "What a drag that was", and "Now I'm just a ghost hanging around waiting for you people to show up...". It would've been way more believable if her lines were in the speech patterns of the late 1600's.
December 5, 2017
This novel is a delight!
The Blackmore sisters form a sisterhood that immediately includes the reader in the story. You’re right there whenever any sister has something to say, to do, to be or to encounter. There’s something truly around every turn even to the point that the sisters all are able to successfully use a spell, out of pure desperation. And even though it’s pretty apparent that each one of them is a spellcaster, they all refuse to believe it! What a hoot! Well, now I’m hooked on both the author and the series.
The Blackmore sisters form a sisterhood that immediately includes the reader in the story. You’re right there whenever any sister has something to say, to do, to be or to encounter. There’s something truly around every turn even to the point that the sisters all are able to successfully use a spell, out of pure desperation. And even though it’s pretty apparent that each one of them is a spellcaster, they all refuse to believe it! What a hoot! Well, now I’m hooked on both the author and the series.
March 8, 2018
I enjoyed this spooky mystery set in Salem, Mass. about the 4 Blackmore sisters who each have diferent special talents. While the sketches of the sisters were not detailed, this is #7 in the series and the previous books probably give you more on each girl's personality. I enjoyed the scavenger hunt that centered in Salem, Mass. and the historical references. Though the plot and talents andeerie events were fun to read about, I had a bit of a hard time thinking this was anything like realistic. This is a light-hearted fun read.
January 12, 2020
I always enjoy a good story involving magic, mystery and mayhem and I enjoyed this tale based in Salem , MA location of the infamous Salem Witch Trials. This is a well written fun story with plenty of plot twists and a hint of romance about 4 sisters with paranormal talents that get involved with finding a missing , very powerful crystal ball and and all the other folks that are hunting it down. Along with a few very smart cats and a few witches this book is a good read. I gave it a four because it was a bit slow in places but would actually give it a 4.5. Enjoy!
March 9, 2021
Still looking for the relic, the Blackmoore sisters set off to Salem. While there, they learn much about the history of the Salem witch trials, and visit a couple of the local museums dedicated to that time (1692). While the sisters are still developing their paranormal powers, well guess what, they find out they're also witches! Who knew!?!
So far, I think this is, even though it's book #7, my #1 favorite of the series. Oh, they do find 2 dead bodies, and surprise again, they aren't jailed as suspects. What a change!
So far, I think this is, even though it's book #7, my #1 favorite of the series. Oh, they do find 2 dead bodies, and surprise again, they aren't jailed as suspects. What a change!
March 28, 2023
Matters of the Heart
When tracings the history of a keystone the sisters discover the previous owner died of a heart attack. However, when they find another dead body, the niece of the previous owner, the girls start to wonder if there is more going on. Why is law enforcement always suspect or dirty in these books? Not all cops are bad! This book has a very Scooby Doo vibe. Will Jolene be forced to deal with her feelings or will she harden her heart!
When tracings the history of a keystone the sisters discover the previous owner died of a heart attack. However, when they find another dead body, the niece of the previous owner, the girls start to wonder if there is more going on. Why is law enforcement always suspect or dirty in these books? Not all cops are bad! This book has a very Scooby Doo vibe. Will Jolene be forced to deal with her feelings or will she harden her heart!
September 26, 2017
The story line continues
While there is some redunancy, boring to the continued reader of the series from tge beginning, its an evil necessity that ensures each book in the series could ve read on its own. I can't wait for the next book in the series and revel in watching the Blackmore Sisters gain more control over their gifts.
While there is some redunancy, boring to the continued reader of the series from tge beginning, its an evil necessity that ensures each book in the series could ve read on its own. I can't wait for the next book in the series and revel in watching the Blackmore Sisters gain more control over their gifts.
December 6, 2017
The Blackmore sisters are following the clues, but can't identify a murderer until its almost too late. They hold the key yet still need to follow the clues that will lead them to a crystal ball. Problem is people are dying for the same crystal ball. Its written simple, more for the teens and preteens, but its a fun who dun it.
December 9, 2017
Another winner
I really have enjoyed all of the books I've read by Leighann Dobbs and this one is no exception. I love the Blackmoor sisters and, of course, their cat, Belladonna. I live in NH and vacation in Maine at Wells Beach, which is not far from Ogunquit, so I feel right at home reading these stories. Keep them coming!
I really have enjoyed all of the books I've read by Leighann Dobbs and this one is no exception. I love the Blackmoor sisters and, of course, their cat, Belladonna. I live in NH and vacation in Maine at Wells Beach, which is not far from Ogunquit, so I feel right at home reading these stories. Keep them coming!
December 11, 2017
My take on this latest in the series is: I LOVE ANYTHING ABOUT THE BLACKMORE SISTERS. They are enticing, interesting, always in and out of trouble, and of course they triumph in the end. In between, they interact with their guardian "angel" and a couple of other "guardian angels" and learn a lot more about themselves. Can hardly wait for the next one.
June 14, 2018
The finale - all the past questions finally cleared up
Awesome! The final bits of the mystery now come to light. Will it give them the strength to fight off the ultimate threat? A great ending to a terrific series with all the bits finally making sense. A great series that ended at the right time and didn't leave you with any unanswered questions.
Awesome! The final bits of the mystery now come to light. Will it give them the strength to fight off the ultimate threat? A great ending to a terrific series with all the bits finally making sense. A great series that ended at the right time and didn't leave you with any unanswered questions.
August 9, 2018
Wonderful mystery
Donna has upped the ante in the most recent Blackmore sisters mystery. The sisters and Belladonna, their magical cat, travel to Salem, Mass where murder, a centuries old mystery, and lots history await. I read the book fast, eagerly anticipating the twisting ending. Enjoy! I know that I did.
Donna has upped the ante in the most recent Blackmore sisters mystery. The sisters and Belladonna, their magical cat, travel to Salem, Mass where murder, a centuries old mystery, and lots history await. I read the book fast, eagerly anticipating the twisting ending. Enjoy! I know that I did.
March 2, 2019
Not my type
I hate to even rate this since I really don’t care for this genre of special powers being to main topic. I read about a third if the book . Something I rarely do. I usually finish what I start. It seemed well written with an interesting story line. I just couldn’t finish it. Try it if you like young ladies with 4 special powers to help them solve mysteries.
I hate to even rate this since I really don’t care for this genre of special powers being to main topic. I read about a third if the book . Something I rarely do. I usually finish what I start. It seemed well written with an interesting story line. I just couldn’t finish it. Try it if you like young ladies with 4 special powers to help them solve mysteries.
May 16, 2019
This is my second Blackmore sisters story. I like how close and independent they are. Each sister has their own quirks & strengths without bickering.
The story is so well written that you don't have to read them in order to understand their relationship or abilities. I like the mystic vibe without feeling like it all too much to believe.
The story is so well written that you don't have to read them in order to understand their relationship or abilities. I like the mystic vibe without feeling like it all too much to believe.
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