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A Witch P.I. Mystery #29
Witch is How The Drought Ended
You scratch my back…
Jill Gooder is between a rock and a hard place. A close ally needs her help, but to come to her assistance may have grave consequences for Jill.
…and I’ll eat custard creams.
Jill Gooder is between a rock and a hard place. A close ally needs her help, but to come to her assistance may have grave consequences for Jill.
…and I’ll eat custard creams.
271 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 18, 2019
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January 29, 2019
Potato chip book - kinda empty story with Jill bumbling her way thru 'solving' cases as usual. Can't read just one, tho..........
January 6, 2020
Well, we got back to CASS in this episode, so some of my disappointment in a couple of recent books was assuaged. Still liking the ingenuity of the mystery solving and the neverending parade of quirky (I'm being polite) neighbors.
May 13, 2020
This was an excellent book and I would highly recommend this book to any one who wants an excellent read.I look forward to reading more of this author's work.
January 23, 2019
Jill has a few challenges this time
Dealing with several cases at once, a sick cat, clown school and more weird events in Candlefield.
First is a missing person case, followed by a few surprises. Several big things are happening some at CASS and some at Washbridge.
The flower fairies, a zoo and Daze all need help and Jill's feet don't touch the ground. Add to the mix a murder and other discoveries in Washbridge make for a busy non stop story. Of course Winky too.
Even though a great deal is happening, the author manages to move seamlessly through the events. It has some great wit and fantastic storytelling. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next instalment.
Dealing with several cases at once, a sick cat, clown school and more weird events in Candlefield.
First is a missing person case, followed by a few surprises. Several big things are happening some at CASS and some at Washbridge.
The flower fairies, a zoo and Daze all need help and Jill's feet don't touch the ground. Add to the mix a murder and other discoveries in Washbridge make for a busy non stop story. Of course Winky too.
Even though a great deal is happening, the author manages to move seamlessly through the events. It has some great wit and fantastic storytelling. I couldn't put it down. I can't wait for the next instalment.
August 25, 2019
Right from the top, I have to admit that this was something of an odd choice for me. Not the book itself as such, just the fact that I chose to read book #29 in a series before reading any others! The reasoning behind the purchase is lost on me now, but none-the-less, I ploughed on regardless. And to be honest, despite there being a few references and ongoing subplots I struggled with, the book itself was a refreshing summer read.
Jill Maxwell is not only a private investigator earning a good living in rural England, but she is also a witch, something that the majority of her clients know nothing about. Her cases are an interesting mix covering both worlds. She is simultaneously searching for a missing canal boat owner and investigating the mysteriously vanishing water in the fairy reservoirs. It is all in day's work for this particular sleuth.
I found the style of writing very easy to read and the gentle humour made it a particular pleasure. In a typical PI style, the story is told in the first person and is very dialogue-driven. Ms Maxwell does not go in for long-winded descriptions or soliloquise. The writing is concise and well-paced. I particularly liked the way the mundane and magic worlds were interwoven.
All I need to do now is go back 28 books and see where it all began...
Jill Maxwell is not only a private investigator earning a good living in rural England, but she is also a witch, something that the majority of her clients know nothing about. Her cases are an interesting mix covering both worlds. She is simultaneously searching for a missing canal boat owner and investigating the mysteriously vanishing water in the fairy reservoirs. It is all in day's work for this particular sleuth.
I found the style of writing very easy to read and the gentle humour made it a particular pleasure. In a typical PI style, the story is told in the first person and is very dialogue-driven. Ms Maxwell does not go in for long-winded descriptions or soliloquise. The writing is concise and well-paced. I particularly liked the way the mundane and magic worlds were interwoven.
All I need to do now is go back 28 books and see where it all began...
June 19, 2021
Entertaining Paranormal cozy mystery/urban fantasy series
This is an entertaining urban fantasy/supernatural cozy mystery series. A fun cast of characters and an entertaining storyline. Jill Maxwell formally Jill Gooder who recently got married to her husband a police officer. Is a witch who is a private investigator. She also happens to straddle both worlds. The human world as well as the supernatural world. She does private eye work for the humans in the town she lives in and the nearby towns. When needed she goes back to a supernatural town where most of the supernatural live. She does private investigator work there as well. Well some supernatural live in the human world only supernatural is live in the supernatural towns. A very entertaining series with an eclectic bunch of characters that will keep you guessing from mystery to mystery. Usually there is more than one mystery at a time going on in each book. Check it out
This is an entertaining urban fantasy/supernatural cozy mystery series. A fun cast of characters and an entertaining storyline. Jill Maxwell formally Jill Gooder who recently got married to her husband a police officer. Is a witch who is a private investigator. She also happens to straddle both worlds. The human world as well as the supernatural world. She does private eye work for the humans in the town she lives in and the nearby towns. When needed she goes back to a supernatural town where most of the supernatural live. She does private investigator work there as well. Well some supernatural live in the human world only supernatural is live in the supernatural towns. A very entertaining series with an eclectic bunch of characters that will keep you guessing from mystery to mystery. Usually there is more than one mystery at a time going on in each book. Check it out
July 25, 2022
The Elite Competition is coming up and Jill's grandmother gives her her marching orders. There's a dragon, a missing woman, interviews, someone moves out, a beautiful baby contest which will involve Amber and Pearl (which means they'll be problems and jealously), the opening of a clown school (and Jill is afraid of clowns), a dating agency and a major problem for fairies.
Mrs. V has a new knitting task, a murder, a witch organization and various other things for Jill to be involved with.
Another busy and pretty decent addition to the series.
Mrs. V has a new knitting task, a murder, a witch organization and various other things for Jill to be involved with.
Another busy and pretty decent addition to the series.
February 3, 2019
Improvements over the past few.
Because this series had been more than slightly predictable, I was reluctant to continue reading. However, this installment brought an underlying plot element more forward, rekindling my interest. Machinations with Grandma continue, as does the ongoing rivalry of the twins (bored), but the new employee at the creche and developments at both WOW and CASS may hold future interests as .
Because this series had been more than slightly predictable, I was reluctant to continue reading. However, this installment brought an underlying plot element more forward, rekindling my interest. Machinations with Grandma continue, as does the ongoing rivalry of the twins (bored), but the new employee at the creche and developments at both WOW and CASS may hold future interests as .
March 23, 2020
Adventures galore
This is a pretty fun episode in the life of Jill Maxwell. There is the clown school next door to her office and her decision to hire an office manager. And what do wooly massives and fields of flowers have in common? Then there is her missing person case and her meeting with the new headmaster of CASS. Jill is kept busy and I was kept entertained. A good combination!
This is a pretty fun episode in the life of Jill Maxwell. There is the clown school next door to her office and her decision to hire an office manager. And what do wooly massives and fields of flowers have in common? Then there is her missing person case and her meeting with the new headmaster of CASS. Jill is kept busy and I was kept entertained. A good combination!
January 21, 2019
Complications, Murder and what comes next
As if a drought, a baby contest, disappearing witches or a new evil CASS headmaster arrives, there are new neighbors, her nephew wanting her to give a talk at his school or Grandma not forgiving her for not winning the tournament, life is full! Other than a custard cream and muffin, life goes on
As if a drought, a baby contest, disappearing witches or a new evil CASS headmaster arrives, there are new neighbors, her nephew wanting her to give a talk at his school or Grandma not forgiving her for not winning the tournament, life is full! Other than a custard cream and muffin, life goes on
March 30, 2019
Something appears to be fishy.
Once again several stories come together with great results. Jill is still as funny as ever and poor long suffering Jack garners no sympathy whatsoever. The twins fail to out do each other again, but they were a great set up for what is happening in the creche.
Once again several stories come together with great results. Jill is still as funny as ever and poor long suffering Jack garners no sympathy whatsoever. The twins fail to out do each other again, but they were a great set up for what is happening in the creche.
September 2, 2022
I've been reading through this series rather quickly while I've got a bit of time. I felt like there was a whole lot of build up for the Elite Competition, and then when it finally arrived... it was a bit anti-climactic. Perhaps there was supposed to be that feeling, as far as the results. But the event itself was over in a jiffy. There just wasn't much to it after all the hype.
February 11, 2019
Canary yellow
This series is so easy to read. I love all the mischief she gets into without even trying. Grandma is a hoot and the twins seem clueless. I look forward to the next in the series!
This series is so easy to read. I love all the mischief she gets into without even trying. Grandma is a hoot and the twins seem clueless. I look forward to the next in the series!
April 14, 2019
Wow!!!
It appears that Jill Maxwell p.i. has out done it again! She saves woolly mammoths, witches married to humans, and the livelihood of the fairy population. I'm not sure if I can wait to see what she does next.
It appears that Jill Maxwell p.i. has out done it again! She saves woolly mammoths, witches married to humans, and the livelihood of the fairy population. I'm not sure if I can wait to see what she does next.
November 27, 2019
Clever, imaginative, funny and quirky! I love the periodic talking to the reader and the clever schemes that Winky devises. The inventiveness of the quirky neighbors. Adele Abbott has a great imagination into what could be possible in alternative worlds.
March 18, 2020
Poor thirsty flowers and a vengeful sib
Twisty. Moving in moving out moving on. Break ins and murder! That rotten landlord and breaking the tens of the and Winky gets a new job title. All this leads to fun reading
Twisty. Moving in moving out moving on. Break ins and murder! That rotten landlord and breaking the tens of the and Winky gets a new job title. All this leads to fun reading
August 4, 2020
Wonderful read!
Absolutely wonderful characters that interact with each other beautiful! Fabulous plot twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I highly recommend this series.
Absolutely wonderful characters that interact with each other beautiful! Fabulous plot twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I highly recommend this series.
May 9, 2022
Fun read
It is amazing just how successful that Jill Gooder Maxwell is. It's a amazing because, as good as she is, her cat seems to be making more money than her. Another set of mysteries and family fun.
It is amazing just how successful that Jill Gooder Maxwell is. It's a amazing because, as good as she is, her cat seems to be making more money than her. Another set of mysteries and family fun.
August 24, 2023
Another fantastic cozy mystery in the Witch P.I. series! This is book 29 and keeps the tradition alive of including both mysteries that are solved in completion and continuing a deeper investigation that evolves with each book. Highly recommended!
January 22, 2019
Excellent series!!
This has been a fabulous series from book 1. The characters are funny and amazing. You can’t go wrong with Jill and her custard creams. Read them all!!!
This has been a fabulous series from book 1. The characters are funny and amazing. You can’t go wrong with Jill and her custard creams. Read them all!!!
January 24, 2019
Brilliant Jill Maxwell and co
Really enjoyed this book. The same with all the previous books in the Jill Maxwell series. Totally love the characters.
Really enjoyed this book. The same with all the previous books in the Jill Maxwell series. Totally love the characters.
March 1, 2019
It was nice getting back into this world but the main mystery was a little slow.
March 4, 2019
Animal lover Jill
She rescues a dragon and solves the Massives water problem along with the Petal Faries problems as well as some murder cases along the way.
She rescues a dragon and solves the Massives water problem along with the Petal Faries problems as well as some murder cases along the way.
March 9, 2019
Never fail's
Loved it long may this series continue. Never fails to draw me in love losing myself in Adeles books 😍
Loved it long may this series continue. Never fails to draw me in love losing myself in Adeles books 😍
July 7, 2019
Easy light read
These are light hearted books. They are charming, cute and easy one nighters. I usually read them as soon as they are released.
These are light hearted books. They are charming, cute and easy one nighters. I usually read them as soon as they are released.
June 28, 2020
Drought
Story getting better, characters more developed. The books are not , predictable or simple. Very entertaining. Each new book opens the door for another even better book.
Story getting better, characters more developed. The books are not , predictable or simple. Very entertaining. Each new book opens the door for another even better book.
July 20, 2020
Not bad
August 21, 2020
Love these books - it's like coming home everytime there is a new book
January 13, 2022
I am on book #30 in this series. I can't seem to put them down! Yes, I have read all 29. Really enjoying this series. Light reading, with some twists, and turns, and a lot of laughter!
June 18, 2022
The Adventures Never End!
This series is full of fun and mystery solving. The adventures of Jill Maxwell are so fun to read. Off to #30.
This series is full of fun and mystery solving. The adventures of Jill Maxwell are so fun to read. Off to #30.
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