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Brimstone Bay #2
Witch Way to Hallows' Bay
Cats, cookies, and murder? Talk about an unfortunate recipe for a Halloween celebration.
After finding out her job at the Brimstone Press is at risk when a misogynistic journalist from her past is hired, clever witch and accidental cat lady River Halloway doesn’t think her day could get any worse.
That is, until someone new to town is mysteriously killed during the Hallows’ Bay Halloween celebration.
To make matters worse, one of the most beloved people in town is accused of the murder.
Now, not only must River uncover the mystery and be the first to write the story for the sake of saving her career, but she must find who the real killer is before her dear friend gets sent to prison for murder.
Originally published in 2016, Witch Way to Hallows’ Bay is the second book in N.M. Howell's Brimstone Bay Mysteries young adult cozy paranormal mystery series. Pick up this re-released edition with a brand-new cover! If you're a fan of Amanda M. Lee, Juliette Harper, and Amy Boyles, then be sure to get your fill of magic, mystery, and murder with this fun, bite-sized series filled with magic, mystery, and a whole lot of cats!
Brimstone Bay Mysteries:
Murder Any Witch Way - December 22, 2018
Witch Way to Hallows' Bay - December 23, 2018
Bewitch You a Merry Christmas - December 24, 2018
Witch Souls to Save - January 13, 2019
After finding out her job at the Brimstone Press is at risk when a misogynistic journalist from her past is hired, clever witch and accidental cat lady River Halloway doesn’t think her day could get any worse.
That is, until someone new to town is mysteriously killed during the Hallows’ Bay Halloween celebration.
To make matters worse, one of the most beloved people in town is accused of the murder.
Now, not only must River uncover the mystery and be the first to write the story for the sake of saving her career, but she must find who the real killer is before her dear friend gets sent to prison for murder.
Originally published in 2016, Witch Way to Hallows’ Bay is the second book in N.M. Howell's Brimstone Bay Mysteries young adult cozy paranormal mystery series. Pick up this re-released edition with a brand-new cover! If you're a fan of Amanda M. Lee, Juliette Harper, and Amy Boyles, then be sure to get your fill of magic, mystery, and murder with this fun, bite-sized series filled with magic, mystery, and a whole lot of cats!
Brimstone Bay Mysteries:
Murder Any Witch Way - December 22, 2018
Witch Way to Hallows' Bay - December 23, 2018
Bewitch You a Merry Christmas - December 24, 2018
Witch Souls to Save - January 13, 2019
238 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 23, 2018
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December 13, 2016
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Excellent story! River has developed her newspaper and detective skills. Magic still abounds and the news of it is spreading. River gets romance ,Jordan starts a new life and Zack is discovered/uncovered. Many things are revealed and a friend of Jordan's is murdered. The killer is caught but the story leading up to the ending is well written!
Excellent story! River has developed her newspaper and detective skills. Magic still abounds and the news of it is spreading. River gets romance ,Jordan starts a new life and Zack is discovered/uncovered. Many things are revealed and a friend of Jordan's is murdered. The killer is caught but the story leading up to the ending is well written!
November 24, 2016
This might not be the worst book I've ever read, but it is definitely in the running. I really hope I received it through a free promotion; I hate to think I spent actual money. The story was trite. The characters had no character (and clearly no intelligence). The ending was obvious. It wasn't a particularly good paranormal, and it wasn't a particularly good cozy mystery. Also, it was dreadfully poorly proofed, which I thoroughly despise. Is it really that difficult to go through a book and ensure that all the words are correct and in the right order?
March 22, 2017
Since I don't normally write reviews unless I have something specific to say, here's the break down of how I rate my books...
1 star... This book was bad, so bad I may have given up and skipped to the end. I will avoid this author like the plague in the future.
2 stars... This book was not very good, and I won't be reading any more from the author.
3 stars... This book was ok, but I won't go out of my way to read more, But if I find another book by the author for under a dollar I'd pick it up.
4 stars... I really enjoyed this book and will definitely be on the look out to pick up more from the series/author.
5 stars... I loved this book! It has earned a permanent home in my collection and I'll be picking up the rest of the series and other books from the author ASAP.
August 8, 2018
Who's cookie is it?
Jordan moved to town after buying the restaurant with a friend. River and her friends were at a party when Jordan's friend and partner dropped dead from a poisoned cookie. Rivers friend is arrested and she starts investigating with her friends. River and Jordan grow a little closer as the mystery takes surprising turns. Lots of fun with the girls and good mystery to read.
Jordan moved to town after buying the restaurant with a friend. River and her friends were at a party when Jordan's friend and partner dropped dead from a poisoned cookie. Rivers friend is arrested and she starts investigating with her friends. River and Jordan grow a little closer as the mystery takes surprising turns. Lots of fun with the girls and good mystery to read.
July 16, 2017
This Was A Great One
Wow! Lots of twists and turns and bad guys. Just kind of hard to determine who they all were. The good guys, well they all live in the same house and they're witches except for a few of them. Really good.
Wow! Lots of twists and turns and bad guys. Just kind of hard to determine who they all were. The good guys, well they all live in the same house and they're witches except for a few of them. Really good.
November 2, 2020
Cute little cozy mystery that might have gotten 4 stars except there were so many errors. Typos, misspellings, and even some continuity issues. Annoying. Otherwise, a cozy mystery with some light witching.
July 3, 2017
Oh this book was awesome, witches and a twist. Hope you enjoy it as much as
I did
I did
August 16, 2017
Paranormal romance mystery
All my favorite types of stories in one. A romantic twist with a witch who solves a murder. Excellent series that can be read alone
All my favorite types of stories in one. A romantic twist with a witch who solves a murder. Excellent series that can be read alone
July 23, 2020
Very exciting story
The author has created a unique and well written plot to go with her great group of characters to make a story hard to put down.
The author has created a unique and well written plot to go with her great group of characters to make a story hard to put down.
June 29, 2017
Despite the negative reviews I did enjoy this book. I had my suspicions as to who was the murderer, but was surprised by the ending. This book would have been better if a bit longer, and also had a final edit because of the typos. Enjoy that the books are easy quick reads with a fun bit of magic added. *Note: I received a free copy of this book; however, all opinions are my own.
February 19, 2017
Fun
Enjoyed my trip to Hallows' Bay! Can't wait for the next installment to see what happens next. Hope you like it too.
Enjoyed my trip to Hallows' Bay! Can't wait for the next installment to see what happens next. Hope you like it too.
December 23, 2018
Greed, cake and magic
A much better book. Better paced, great ending even if part of the solution was obvious from the beginning. The characters too have gotten into the groove and have developed into believable parts of the story.
Jordan has purchased the coffee shop and together with his friend are going to open a dessert bar. The biggest surprise is that she knows the partners wife. Her own life has slipped a couple of notches with the employment of Zac she has been more or less demoted into a junior role. At home everyone is busy with their landlady's annual party. But the night of the party ends in disaster with the death of Jordan's partner. A death caused by black magic in a cookie which leads to the arrest of their favourite baker. The residents of the house refuse to believe that she is guilty and try to trace the spell to where it originated. Can they find it? Who bought it? How can they prove it? What will happen to her job at the paper now?
A much better book. Better paced, great ending even if part of the solution was obvious from the beginning. The characters too have gotten into the groove and have developed into believable parts of the story.
Jordan has purchased the coffee shop and together with his friend are going to open a dessert bar. The biggest surprise is that she knows the partners wife. Her own life has slipped a couple of notches with the employment of Zac she has been more or less demoted into a junior role. At home everyone is busy with their landlady's annual party. But the night of the party ends in disaster with the death of Jordan's partner. A death caused by black magic in a cookie which leads to the arrest of their favourite baker. The residents of the house refuse to believe that she is guilty and try to trace the spell to where it originated. Can they find it? Who bought it? How can they prove it? What will happen to her job at the paper now?
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November 2, 2019Cute story, but seriously needs to be edited. Lots of typos and misused words that spellcheck won't catch. Even a read through would catch many of them. Also there are details that are mixed up from one chapter to another. The author does a huge disservice to the work by not having it edited. Even a beta reader or two may help with some of the more annoying problems.
June 4, 2019
I am not really into young adult books anymore. But, because I have a fascination with witches and mystery, this book caught my attention. N.M Howell is incredibly fun and talented, I could not put the book down at any time and the mystery kept wanting me to read more! I cannot wait to finish the trilogy. Anyone looking for a fun mystery, I highly recommend this.book!!
January 29, 2017
Hallows'Bay
If you like a good wholesome mystery you wil like this book. Characters are believable and interesting. It was a quick read and keep me interested. I look forward to reading more from this author.
If you like a good wholesome mystery you wil like this book. Characters are believable and interesting. It was a quick read and keep me interested. I look forward to reading more from this author.
January 29, 2017
Rambling
This book, like the first, sort of rambles around until it suddenly settles on a solution--one in this case that has been painfully obvious from the beginning. There's not much mystery and little investigation. This is not a series I'm planning to follow.
This book, like the first, sort of rambles around until it suddenly settles on a solution--one in this case that has been painfully obvious from the beginning. There's not much mystery and little investigation. This is not a series I'm planning to follow.
January 9, 2019
This series just keeps getting better!
Memorable characters, a lovely world and a great plot. What more could you ask for. Well, I for one want more stories in this series! Can't wait for the book.
Memorable characters, a lovely world and a great plot. What more could you ask for. Well, I for one want more stories in this series! Can't wait for the book.
December 9, 2016
Wonderful
OK now I can not wait 3 more days for book 3 in series. But I guess I must. These really are good books to just sit back and enjoy.
OK now I can not wait 3 more days for book 3 in series. But I guess I must. These really are good books to just sit back and enjoy.
December 22, 2016
I love the characters. The storyline is great. It could use some good editing. There were occasions where character names were mixed up which took a moment to make sense of.
September 16, 2019
An entertaining and enjoyable story
October 14, 2021
Very good
This is a well written book. The storyline flows. The characters are interesting. And the end twists are enticing. Highly recommend this whole series.
This is a well written book. The storyline flows. The characters are interesting. And the end twists are enticing. Highly recommend this whole series.
October 22, 2023
Cute cozy read
I love a cute cozy seasonal read. These are fun mysteries infused with a little magic and romance.
There were a few typos but nothing I couldn't figure out.
I love a cute cozy seasonal read. These are fun mysteries infused with a little magic and romance.
There were a few typos but nothing I couldn't figure out.
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