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Bewitching Bedlam #5
Casting Curses
A November windstorm smashes through the roof of the Bewitching Bedlam, and the damage exposes a hidden room containing a dark secret. An ancient force has been unleashed, and a curse is endangering everyone who Maddy loves, and everything she’s worked for. With her loved ones in danger, Maddy must undergo an arcane ritual in order to lift the curse and exorcise the angry spirit. But, her magic is on the fritz, and without the use of her powers, will Maddy be able to face Ereshkigal, the goddess of the Underworld, and survive? This is not a cozy series. Yes, there's nookie and hot-vampire play time. ;) Reading Order of the .5: Blood Music 1: Bewitching Bedlam 1.5 Blood Vengeance 1.5 Tiger Tails 2: Maudlin's Mayhem 3. Siren's Song 4. Witches Wild 5. Casting Curses 6. Demon's Delight
266 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 17, 2018
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Yasmine Galenorn
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New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today bestselling author Yasmine Galenorn writes urban fantasy and paranormal romance, and is the author of over 80 books & numerous series, including the Wild Hunt Series, the Moonshadow Bay Series, the Fury Unbound Series, the Otherworld Series, the Bewitching Bedlam Series, and more. She wrote for trad publishers for 20 years until she went indie in 2016.
She’s also written nonfiction metaphysical books. She is the 2011 Career Achievement Award Winner in Urban Fantasy, given by RT Magazine. Yasmine has been in the Craft since 1980, is a shamanic witch and High Priestess. She describes her life as a blend of teacups and tattoos. She lives in Kirkland, WA, with her husband Samwise and their cats. Yasmine can be reached via her web site at Galenorn.com. Sign up for her newsletter at: http://galenorn.com/newsletter/
NOTE: ALWAYS check the website and blog, and please sign up for her newsletter there to keep current with new and upcoming releases. Facebook, Goodreads, and Twitter are NOT viable places to find out all this information.
New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today bestselling author Yasmine Galenorn writes urban fantasy and paranormal romance, and is the author of over 80 books & numerous series, including the Wild Hunt Series, the Moonshadow Bay Series, the Fury Unbound Series, the Otherworld Series, the Bewitching Bedlam Series, and more. She wrote for trad publishers for 20 years until she went indie in 2016.
She’s also written nonfiction metaphysical books. She is the 2011 Career Achievement Award Winner in Urban Fantasy, given by RT Magazine. Yasmine has been in the Craft since 1980, is a shamanic witch and High Priestess. She describes her life as a blend of teacups and tattoos. She lives in Kirkland, WA, with her husband Samwise and their cats. Yasmine can be reached via her web site at Galenorn.com. Sign up for her newsletter at: http://galenorn.com/newsletter/
NOTE: ALWAYS check the website and blog, and please sign up for her newsletter there to keep current with new and upcoming releases. Facebook, Goodreads, and Twitter are NOT viable places to find out all this information.
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October 5, 2018
This did not contain as much action as the last two books in the series. However, it is still very much worth reading. The ending is particularly fantastic!
January 9, 2020
Cliffhanger
Aside from being completely baffled why beings that live for hundreds and thousands of years would want to adopt a 20th century model of monogamous matrimony, this was a really fun read. Action packed, with some surprising twists and turns, revealing more about the world they live in and the nature of the paranormal there than it does about the characters.
Aside from being completely baffled why beings that live for hundreds and thousands of years would want to adopt a 20th century model of monogamous matrimony, this was a really fun read. Action packed, with some surprising twists and turns, revealing more about the world they live in and the nature of the paranormal there than it does about the characters.
March 31, 2019
A trying time for Maddie
A curse is let loose on the Bewitching Bedlam, Maddies bed and breakfast establishment, when a storm causes a tree branch to crash through the roof disturbing an altar in a secret part of the attic. Unknown to Maddie an evil sorcerer had been entombed in the secret room a long time ago and due to the storm is now loose in the house. The curse prevents him from leaving but it doesn't prevent him from messing with the residents Maddies nearest and dearest. Maddie is having problems with her magic it's also affecting Franny, Aegis and Max Maddie must come up with answers and a solution before even worse happens and the sorcerer manages to escape. Him loose in the house is disaster enough Maddie cannot risk him loose on the world. It's going to take a deadly deal to get out of this and Maddie will need ever friend she has in order to survive. Another great addition to an entertaining series.
A curse is let loose on the Bewitching Bedlam, Maddies bed and breakfast establishment, when a storm causes a tree branch to crash through the roof disturbing an altar in a secret part of the attic. Unknown to Maddie an evil sorcerer had been entombed in the secret room a long time ago and due to the storm is now loose in the house. The curse prevents him from leaving but it doesn't prevent him from messing with the residents Maddies nearest and dearest. Maddie is having problems with her magic it's also affecting Franny, Aegis and Max Maddie must come up with answers and a solution before even worse happens and the sorcerer manages to escape. Him loose in the house is disaster enough Maddie cannot risk him loose on the world. It's going to take a deadly deal to get out of this and Maddie will need ever friend she has in order to survive. Another great addition to an entertaining series.
September 27, 2020
Hidden Away
•••NOT for the homophobic, transphobic, closedminded or faint of heart!•••
This series must be read in order. The first book is "Bewitching Bedlam". The second book is "Maudlin’s Mayhem". The third book is "Siren’s Song". The fourth book is "Witches Wild". This is the fifth book. I can't wait to read "Demon's Delight"!
With Fata Morgana back in the sea no one knows when they will see her again. The only thing they know is their Part still stands and always will. A tree punches a hole in the roof of the Bewitching Bedlam and a secret room is discovered. What is the room for? Why was it walked off? Who walked it off? What was in the urn that accidentally broke? Will they be able to save Trey? Will Maddy fall I'll as well? Who or what is the shadow from the urn? What is the black powder? Where did the smoke come from? Can they solve these mysteries without anyone else getting hurt?
•••NOT for the homophobic, transphobic, closedminded or faint of heart!•••
This series must be read in order. The first book is "Bewitching Bedlam". The second book is "Maudlin’s Mayhem". The third book is "Siren’s Song". The fourth book is "Witches Wild". This is the fifth book. I can't wait to read "Demon's Delight"!
With Fata Morgana back in the sea no one knows when they will see her again. The only thing they know is their Part still stands and always will. A tree punches a hole in the roof of the Bewitching Bedlam and a secret room is discovered. What is the room for? Why was it walked off? Who walked it off? What was in the urn that accidentally broke? Will they be able to save Trey? Will Maddy fall I'll as well? Who or what is the shadow from the urn? What is the black powder? Where did the smoke come from? Can they solve these mysteries without anyone else getting hurt?
December 4, 2018
This fifth book in the , "Bewitching Bedlam , " series ~ "Casting Curses, " is simply spellbinding !
Join Maddy, Aegis, Bubba, and Lanyear, to name a few , in the newest adventure packed book.
When a tree limb crashes through the roof, an odd room is revealed, and trouble is not far behind.
An ancient curse is unleashed, and affects many of the Maddy's family, and very adversely.
Maddy has to make a choice to confront a very old Goddess of the Underworld , and ask for help .
But will she come back alive ?
I loved this book... simply couldn't put it down.
The characters are so rich, so many sub-plots are involved, and Ms. Galenorn makes you feel as if you are actually a character.
I advise anyone who loves a bit of steamy romance , laughter, and some killer plots thrown in to pick up this series right now... you won't be disappointed. *wink*
Join Maddy, Aegis, Bubba, and Lanyear, to name a few , in the newest adventure packed book.
When a tree limb crashes through the roof, an odd room is revealed, and trouble is not far behind.
An ancient curse is unleashed, and affects many of the Maddy's family, and very adversely.
Maddy has to make a choice to confront a very old Goddess of the Underworld , and ask for help .
But will she come back alive ?
I loved this book... simply couldn't put it down.
The characters are so rich, so many sub-plots are involved, and Ms. Galenorn makes you feel as if you are actually a character.
I advise anyone who loves a bit of steamy romance , laughter, and some killer plots thrown in to pick up this series right now... you won't be disappointed. *wink*
October 21, 2018
Bedlam is experiencing some major storms this November and the roof of Bewitching Bedlam falls victim to a falling branch. When Maddy and the construction guys go up to survey the damage they find a hidden room that has been the hiding place of something dark and evil. When this evil is accidently let loose everyone is in danger. Maddy is going to have to take extreme measures to lift the curse and save her family.
I really enjoyed this one. Maddy is more vulnerable than ever before. Throw in a visit from an angry ex (I really disliked him), and a "new" family member she is about at her limit. This book seems to be centered more on Maddy and a little less on her "support". I actually liked seeing how she dealt with things on her own.
I really enjoyed this one. Maddy is more vulnerable than ever before. Throw in a visit from an angry ex (I really disliked him), and a "new" family member she is about at her limit. This book seems to be centered more on Maddy and a little less on her "support". I actually liked seeing how she dealt with things on her own.
November 13, 2023
Maddie, Aegis, Bubba, Sandy, Max, and the rest of Bedlam’s denizens are back for another adventure. There is lots of excitement and action in this book: A tree branch through the roof, power outages, a secret room in the attic, a powerful but hostile sorcerer, a lethal curse, a perilous quest to make a plea of the great goddess Ereshkigal, the Queen of the Underworld, a final encounter with Craig, and more. This is an exciting chapter in Maddie’s life, but I highly recommend starting with the first book and continuing in sequence. There is a huge amount of backstory, history, character development, and relationships that have developed in the previous books.
September 17, 2018
Another fantastic Maudlin book
I have adored all the previous Bewitching Bedlam books and this one is no different.
Fast paced adventures, here's another book i had to stay up well passed my normal bedtime to finish- always a sign of a really fantastic read. Absolutely brilliant fun. Highly recommended.
I have adored all the previous Bewitching Bedlam books and this one is no different.
Fast paced adventures, here's another book i had to stay up well passed my normal bedtime to finish- always a sign of a really fantastic read. Absolutely brilliant fun. Highly recommended.
February 20, 2023
I have enjoyed this series so far!
I have enjoyed this series thoroughly so far and can’t wait wait to read the rest of it. Yasmine Galenom is one of my new favorite authors! She keeps things extremely exciting from beginning to end! I love her characters and I plan to read all her series! Highly recommend!
I have enjoyed this series thoroughly so far and can’t wait wait to read the rest of it. Yasmine Galenom is one of my new favorite authors! She keeps things extremely exciting from beginning to end! I love her characters and I plan to read all her series! Highly recommend!
October 11, 2018
Wonderful Addition
I am loving this new series. There is humor, love and best of all a woman who eats! I really enjoyed how the author mixes in the plot with side stories so that you can get a breather from the bad things. It makes this series so amazing.
I am loving this new series. There is humor, love and best of all a woman who eats! I really enjoyed how the author mixes in the plot with side stories so that you can get a breather from the bad things. It makes this series so amazing.
December 29, 2018
Lovelovelovelove
I love this series so much I was a little sad to finish this book. A little more light hearted than some of Yasmine's other books, it's fun, sexy, dashed with magic and mystery.
I love this series so much I was a little sad to finish this book. A little more light hearted than some of Yasmine's other books, it's fun, sexy, dashed with magic and mystery.
April 12, 2019
Amazing
Once again Yasmine has given us another, it's like more than a book, it's a part of herself. I have been telling people all about her books. I hope they will take the time to read it last one of her books. Because they would be hooked. Thanks Yasmine
Once again Yasmine has given us another, it's like more than a book, it's a part of herself. I have been telling people all about her books. I hope they will take the time to read it last one of her books. Because they would be hooked. Thanks Yasmine
July 27, 2021
This one was quite an interesting story. I enjoyed finding out how Maddy deal with a curse on her & her home. My one nit-pick has to do with the redone cover: it has two Jack-O-Lanterns on it, but the story takes place in November.
December 28, 2022
Maddy breaks the curse on her house
A tree falls on the roof and reveals a curse on Maddy's house and everyone in it. Bad things are happening, so Maddy visits the underworld to ask that the curse is lifted.
A tree falls on the roof and reveals a curse on Maddy's house and everyone in it. Bad things are happening, so Maddy visits the underworld to ask that the curse is lifted.
September 18, 2018
Great read!
Maddy goes through the wringer in Casting Curses, finds out who her friends are as she has to sit out and trust that things will turn out for the best.
Maddy goes through the wringer in Casting Curses, finds out who her friends are as she has to sit out and trust that things will turn out for the best.
October 2, 2018
What a trip!
I really identify with Maddy and hope things get better for her after all she has endured. Very happy that she has discovered her family.
I really identify with Maddy and hope things get better for her after all she has endured. Very happy that she has discovered her family.
November 2, 2018
So much love!
5 stars all the way. What an adventure this one was. Can't wait for the next one. Hurry up new year!!!
5 stars all the way. What an adventure this one was. Can't wait for the next one. Hurry up new year!!!
February 16, 2021
Love Yasmine Galenorn
Mandy sure can find danger but she's so strong and has such great friends that she Wii come out stronger
Mandy sure can find danger but she's so strong and has such great friends that she Wii come out stronger
August 9, 2021
Loved it
I really love this series. Ne t on my list is a short story that I believe is next. I hope there is more coming.
I really love this series. Ne t on my list is a short story that I believe is next. I hope there is more coming.
November 17, 2021
I Love this Series
I loved the action, the humour and the heart. It always seems to go by too quick, but I love it just the same. Thank you for another great book.
I loved the action, the humour and the heart. It always seems to go by too quick, but I love it just the same. Thank you for another great book.
January 22, 2020
Loved it. Make sure you read this series in order. Can't wait for the next one.
April 11, 2019
Review first published on My Blog.
Book 5 in the Bewitching Bedlam series. When a tree crashes into Maddy's B&B, a previously unknown space in the attic is opened up but when they start poking around a malevolent spirit is let lose in her house. Now everyone involved is under a curse: Maddy can't perform magic, Franny has been chased into a mirror, Aegis can't control his predator, and one of the werewolves doing the repair has died. Maddy has been calling in favors all over town to figure out what they are dealing with and how to fix it but the last thing she expected to find out was that she was going to have to go asking favors of Ereshkigal, the goddess of the Underworld, without her magic to back her up.
Another fun romp with Maddy and her friends. These are a nice, light, fluffy read and I'm bummed that Maddy is taking a break right now. Ms. Galenorn has said she'll be back, probably next year, but when everything has been crazy these have been a lovely diversion.
Book 5 in the Bewitching Bedlam series. When a tree crashes into Maddy's B&B, a previously unknown space in the attic is opened up but when they start poking around a malevolent spirit is let lose in her house. Now everyone involved is under a curse: Maddy can't perform magic, Franny has been chased into a mirror, Aegis can't control his predator, and one of the werewolves doing the repair has died. Maddy has been calling in favors all over town to figure out what they are dealing with and how to fix it but the last thing she expected to find out was that she was going to have to go asking favors of Ereshkigal, the goddess of the Underworld, without her magic to back her up.
Another fun romp with Maddy and her friends. These are a nice, light, fluffy read and I'm bummed that Maddy is taking a break right now. Ms. Galenorn has said she'll be back, probably next year, but when everything has been crazy these have been a lovely diversion.
September 20, 2018
I loved this book, the series is one I recommend that you check out. Maddy and her family have another harrowing adventure. You never know what might get stirred up during a storm.
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