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Fae Witch Chronicles #4
Realms of Mirrors and Demons
We all wrestle with our demons. Some of us get out there and fight them.
The plan was to return from Faerie, let the dust settle, get over it and move on. So far, only the dust has achieved its goal. But my work is done in that realm and time spent missing Esras won’t pay my rent. So when a supernatural cleanup job comes my way, it seems like just the distraction I need. Especially if, by distraction, I mean all hell breaking loose.
When my veil witch magic fails me, not once but twice, I’m not sure what to think. Especially when I could swear it had help in failing. Then witches start going missing by what could only be veil witch magic. Not good, considering there’s only supposed to be two of us. With demon sightings on the rise, not just here but in Faerie, it sure seems like the realms are destabilizing once more. Call me paranoid, but I'd bet someone is messing with the veil. The last shoe drops when a magical crime befalls someone I love. Then I make that call I never imagined making. I’m in way deeper than ever, and maybe the Shadow Order can pull me out. Because this time it’s the High Demons I’m up against, and I’m far from convinced they’re alone in their quest. Especially since the magic I’m facing now seems suspiciously like that of a High Mage I’ve faced before.
The plan was to return from Faerie, let the dust settle, get over it and move on. So far, only the dust has achieved its goal. But my work is done in that realm and time spent missing Esras won’t pay my rent. So when a supernatural cleanup job comes my way, it seems like just the distraction I need. Especially if, by distraction, I mean all hell breaking loose.
When my veil witch magic fails me, not once but twice, I’m not sure what to think. Especially when I could swear it had help in failing. Then witches start going missing by what could only be veil witch magic. Not good, considering there’s only supposed to be two of us. With demon sightings on the rise, not just here but in Faerie, it sure seems like the realms are destabilizing once more. Call me paranoid, but I'd bet someone is messing with the veil. The last shoe drops when a magical crime befalls someone I love. Then I make that call I never imagined making. I’m in way deeper than ever, and maybe the Shadow Order can pull me out. Because this time it’s the High Demons I’m up against, and I’m far from convinced they’re alone in their quest. Especially since the magic I’m facing now seems suspiciously like that of a High Mage I’ve faced before.
269 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 26, 2018
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J.S. Malcom
21 books118 followersJ.S. Malcom is the USA Today Bestselling author of the Realm Watchers urban fantasy series, of which Autumn Winters is just the beginning. J.S. lives in Richmond, Virginia, a town full of history and ghosts (not to mention, many other supernatural creatures, including Autumn and Cassie).
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June 20, 2018
And the struggles continue. This one was a little slower than the rest. However, it is still very good. It is extremely well written and has wonderful continuing of the story. Cassie has to go through a few things in order to keep on getting stronger. She is still that amazing, caring, intelligent, and strong young lady. We get to see a few old characters in one and it is a great joy to see them. It does in a cliffhanger and I can't wait to read the next one in the series. It is definitely worth reading.
May 3, 2018
The latest entry in the world of the veil witches remains every bit as fresh as the previous ones. Malcom's writing is tight, the story suspenseful and the dialogue is snappy and clever. Mirrors and Demons picks up right where Fire and Shadow left off and hits the ground running. We meet interesting new characters, some very sinister, while also revisiting familiar faces.
While this is the beginning of a new story arc for Cassie, Autumn and co., I wouldn't recommend starting here if you're unfamiliar with Malcom's world. At the very least begin with the first Fae Witch Chronicles book. I'd personally recommend starting at the very beginning with Autumn Winters.
What I love the most about these stories is the characters and the world building. Cassie remains hands down one of my favorite protagonists just for her inner monologue and narrative voice. She's witty, scrappy as a terrier with a bone, dry, sarcastic, and she quibbles over situations just like you'd expect a twenty-something to quibble and agonize. Starbucks coffee or rent on time?! Decisions, decisions. She can't seem to catch a break. Either she's flat broke or there's something else going on, like inter-dimensional rifts opening up to the demonic dimension, ghosts that refuse to be exorcised, or having to go to dinner with her mom and her mom's new boyfriend. Always something.
This world just keeps getting bigger, and I love that. With each book there's something new, and I get the sense that we've still got a long way to go with regards to just how much is 'out there.' I love the magical history and mechanics, the different species and their cultures, and the fact that I can never quite guess what may be around the corner. The cast are always learning something new and the reader gets to be right there for the discovery.
The plot this time around is a humdinger. Thought the whole escapade in Faerie and the fallout along the way with the changeling invasion was crazy? You ain't seen nothing yet. The latest supernatural trouble in Richmond involves a mysterious veil witch opening up rifts between the human world and the Inversion - the realm of the demons.
Witches begin to go missing in inexplicable ways and Cassie discovers that her innate abilities to open the veil to boot ghosts into the hereafter are on the fritz. This has larger ramifications than the immediate negative effect on her professional reputation for ghost busting or her bank account balance. When the Shadow Order extends an offer to help she can't refuse. To complicate matters even further, in light of these occurrences the local coven is even more suspicious of Cassie and Autumn than usual. When measured against the usual distrust leveled against the sisters just because of their magical inheritance as veil witches, that's some serious animosity brewing on the back-burner. What begins as a fight against a faceless foe may turn out to be a fight on two fronts. The devil you know and the demons you don't.
This is a series that keeps on giving and in a perfect world it would have been optioned for a TV or Netflix series right from the get go. Newcomers be aware that you will be binge reading these! Unless you have more self control than me. Which you might. Maybe.
Be aware that this does end on a cliffhanger! I know a lot of people hate cliffhangers, but I'm very excited to see where this new arc goes, and just what will happen with Silas, the coven, Cassie's love life (and Autumn's for that matter!) and the antagonizing demons.
While this is the beginning of a new story arc for Cassie, Autumn and co., I wouldn't recommend starting here if you're unfamiliar with Malcom's world. At the very least begin with the first Fae Witch Chronicles book. I'd personally recommend starting at the very beginning with Autumn Winters.
What I love the most about these stories is the characters and the world building. Cassie remains hands down one of my favorite protagonists just for her inner monologue and narrative voice. She's witty, scrappy as a terrier with a bone, dry, sarcastic, and she quibbles over situations just like you'd expect a twenty-something to quibble and agonize. Starbucks coffee or rent on time?! Decisions, decisions. She can't seem to catch a break. Either she's flat broke or there's something else going on, like inter-dimensional rifts opening up to the demonic dimension, ghosts that refuse to be exorcised, or having to go to dinner with her mom and her mom's new boyfriend. Always something.
This world just keeps getting bigger, and I love that. With each book there's something new, and I get the sense that we've still got a long way to go with regards to just how much is 'out there.' I love the magical history and mechanics, the different species and their cultures, and the fact that I can never quite guess what may be around the corner. The cast are always learning something new and the reader gets to be right there for the discovery.
The plot this time around is a humdinger. Thought the whole escapade in Faerie and the fallout along the way with the changeling invasion was crazy? You ain't seen nothing yet. The latest supernatural trouble in Richmond involves a mysterious veil witch opening up rifts between the human world and the Inversion - the realm of the demons.
Witches begin to go missing in inexplicable ways and Cassie discovers that her innate abilities to open the veil to boot ghosts into the hereafter are on the fritz. This has larger ramifications than the immediate negative effect on her professional reputation for ghost busting or her bank account balance. When the Shadow Order extends an offer to help she can't refuse. To complicate matters even further, in light of these occurrences the local coven is even more suspicious of Cassie and Autumn than usual. When measured against the usual distrust leveled against the sisters just because of their magical inheritance as veil witches, that's some serious animosity brewing on the back-burner. What begins as a fight against a faceless foe may turn out to be a fight on two fronts. The devil you know and the demons you don't.
This is a series that keeps on giving and in a perfect world it would have been optioned for a TV or Netflix series right from the get go. Newcomers be aware that you will be binge reading these! Unless you have more self control than me. Which you might. Maybe.
Be aware that this does end on a cliffhanger! I know a lot of people hate cliffhangers, but I'm very excited to see where this new arc goes, and just what will happen with Silas, the coven, Cassie's love life (and Autumn's for that matter!) and the antagonizing demons.
September 30, 2022
Disappointing. The first three books in the series were pretty good. They shared a plot. Book 3 wrapped up decently. Book 4 is the start of a new plot, or several plots, not sure because it's all over the place. There are a number of mysterious people wandering around, witches are going missing, yet somehow nothing much happened in Book 4. She wastes a day in Faerie getting drunk. Joins a boring society. Not keen on the new direction.
Additionally, a lot of people are mentioned as if we should know them. Like a guy she had a brief relationship with, his name is Phoenix and we're never really introduced to him, or his sister Bethany and their mother who all play significant roles in Book 4. So, Cassie is all swoony over this Phoenix, but all we know is he's male, presumably adult, and has strawberry blonde hair.
Seems like a good jumping off point, the series should have ended at Book 3.
Additionally, a lot of people are mentioned as if we should know them. Like a guy she had a brief relationship with, his name is Phoenix and we're never really introduced to him, or his sister Bethany and their mother who all play significant roles in Book 4. So, Cassie is all swoony over this Phoenix, but all we know is he's male, presumably adult, and has strawberry blonde hair.
Seems like a good jumping off point, the series should have ended at Book 3.
September 30, 2018
Cassie is back!
It has been a really long time since unread the first 3 books. That is my one criticism for this book. If intakes so long to release the next book, one might lose interest. That is what happened to me. I downloaded it when it came out, but didn't bother reading it until I was through reading other series.
Now, all of that aside, this was a great book. I do wish it has more action, but the build-up has been awesome. Now I am left wondering how Vintain is doing this if he is locked up in Faerie? Who exactly is Silas? Why all this after and distrust for veil witches?
I wish Esras was in the story more and that we will see more of him next book.
It has been a really long time since unread the first 3 books. That is my one criticism for this book. If intakes so long to release the next book, one might lose interest. That is what happened to me. I downloaded it when it came out, but didn't bother reading it until I was through reading other series.
Now, all of that aside, this was a great book. I do wish it has more action, but the build-up has been awesome. Now I am left wondering how Vintain is doing this if he is locked up in Faerie? Who exactly is Silas? Why all this after and distrust for veil witches?
I wish Esras was in the story more and that we will see more of him next book.
April 27, 2018
What a great bridge between Autumn's books and Cassie's books. I really like the idea of them both working together and hope it translates into a permanent aspect of their relationship. I really think the author managed to answer all of those little questions that Cassie's story brought up for me that didn't get answered during her story. The ending was a complete surprise, I wasn't expecting the story to take that route and then the book was over and I was astonished to see I was 99% complete. The story flowed so well I was unaware of my actual progress through the book.
January 13, 2019
On to book 5! This is an Awesome series!!
The adventure never stops! Enjoyed Autumn & love Cassie's character! The worlds Malcom has created are creative and exciting. I feel, as if I am visiting each realm, and know the characters personally. Extrodinary writing. Her stories keep me glued to my tablet, missing many hours of sleep. The writing flow is perfect. I can't wait to read more, at the same time, scared to get to the end. I highly recommend both series!!
The adventure never stops! Enjoyed Autumn & love Cassie's character! The worlds Malcom has created are creative and exciting. I feel, as if I am visiting each realm, and know the characters personally. Extrodinary writing. Her stories keep me glued to my tablet, missing many hours of sleep. The writing flow is perfect. I can't wait to read more, at the same time, scared to get to the end. I highly recommend both series!!
October 27, 2024
I love JS Malcolm’s writing style. However, this book took me FOREVER to get through because the narrator was changed. The story is great and the narrator was ok she just was drastically different than the one in the previous books. Cassie is more annoying in this book too with all of the self loathing and faulty communication. I need to finish this series but idk if I can go directly into the next book after this one
April 26, 2018
How the author tortures me!
I’m in love with this author and all of her books and she knows how to torture me! I loved delving back into this world and getting into their heads. The dialogue is great as is the humor, sarcasm and wit. The ending was a WHAT!!!!!!!! And I need the next book now!
I’m in love with this author and all of her books and she knows how to torture me! I loved delving back into this world and getting into their heads. The dialogue is great as is the humor, sarcasm and wit. The ending was a WHAT!!!!!!!! And I need the next book now!
June 20, 2022
Meeh...
While well written ten as always, this one feels like an in between books in a series. Nothing really comes to play, we only get hints to what's happening.
There should have been more details following up on her showdown in Faerie and her and Esras whatever relationship it is....its very much lacking detail. Just bits flopped together.
While well written ten as always, this one feels like an in between books in a series. Nothing really comes to play, we only get hints to what's happening.
There should have been more details following up on her showdown in Faerie and her and Esras whatever relationship it is....its very much lacking detail. Just bits flopped together.
May 26, 2018
Nothing is simple, nor easy since returning from faerie. Witches are disappearing, all associated with Cassie. Yet, no one has put the clues together to expose the culprit. Its an interesting read, with highs and lows that make the pages turn.
June 30, 2018
Can't wait for the next installment, which fortunately isn't too far away.
June 27, 2020
curious to see how it ends great series
July 9, 2020
Love
I love how these books end. They have the perfect cliff hangers! If you haven't read these books, I highly recommend them.
I love how these books end. They have the perfect cliff hangers! If you haven't read these books, I highly recommend them.
July 2, 2024
What a cliffhanger ending
This series has kept me on the edge of my seat. I can't read the books fast enough. Great storyline, amazing characters and plot twists.
This series has kept me on the edge of my seat. I can't read the books fast enough. Great storyline, amazing characters and plot twists.
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