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Mountain Magic Mysteries #2
The Curious Curse of Faerywood Falls
In Faerywood Falls, being Gifted is a curse ...
After finishing a recent murder investigation, Marianne hopes she’s bought a little time to delve into secrets closer to home. But that possibility is shattered the night she finds herself witness to a terrible crime.
Now, Marianne must go up against a powerful spell weaver – while mastering a new ability to communicate with the dead. To make matters worse, a vengeful ghost dredges up the past, and an attractive vampire makes a reappearance.
With a certain werewolf seeming determined to conceal the truth, Marianne will have to dig deep if she wants to outwit everyone who’s trying to bury the past.
After finishing a recent murder investigation, Marianne hopes she’s bought a little time to delve into secrets closer to home. But that possibility is shattered the night she finds herself witness to a terrible crime.
Now, Marianne must go up against a powerful spell weaver – while mastering a new ability to communicate with the dead. To make matters worse, a vengeful ghost dredges up the past, and an attractive vampire makes a reappearance.
With a certain werewolf seeming determined to conceal the truth, Marianne will have to dig deep if she wants to outwit everyone who’s trying to bury the past.
- GenresMysteryCozy Mystery
170 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 24, 2019
319 people are currently reading
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About the author
Blythe Baker
117 books387 followersBlythe Baker is a thirty-something bottle redhead from the South Central part of the country. When she’s not slinging words and creating new worlds and characters, she’s acting as chauffeur to her children and head groomer to her household of beloved pets.
Blythe enjoys long walks with her dog on sweaty days, grubbing in her flower garden, cooking, and ruthlessly de-cluttering her overcrowded home. She also likes binge-watching mystery shows on TV and burying herself in books about murder.
Blythe enjoys long walks with her dog on sweaty days, grubbing in her flower garden, cooking, and ruthlessly de-cluttering her overcrowded home. She also likes binge-watching mystery shows on TV and burying herself in books about murder.
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June 28, 2019
Now that Marriane has solved the last case she wants to spend time finding out who she is. She knows she feels at home in the woods but she wants to know more.
On the way home from work she hears a loud scream in the cemetery and finds a woman dead. Who or what could have killed her.
Then at the lodge of her aunts she over hears people talking about a violent ghost. Could that be the reason the woman died?
After her landlord tried to fall Marianne reached out and in doing so stoled the ability to see ghosts. Now Mrs B can’t see her husband and is upset.
She is the only Faery so there isn't anyone to teach her how her magic can protect her and she doesn't know what her powers are. The missing book is still gone so that is no help.
The series is getting better and better and the characters are as well. I am loving the trouble Marianne finds herself in finding dead bodies and people are staring to suspect she has something to do with it. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
On the way home from work she hears a loud scream in the cemetery and finds a woman dead. Who or what could have killed her.
Then at the lodge of her aunts she over hears people talking about a violent ghost. Could that be the reason the woman died?
After her landlord tried to fall Marianne reached out and in doing so stoled the ability to see ghosts. Now Mrs B can’t see her husband and is upset.
She is the only Faery so there isn't anyone to teach her how her magic can protect her and she doesn't know what her powers are. The missing book is still gone so that is no help.
The series is getting better and better and the characters are as well. I am loving the trouble Marianne finds herself in finding dead bodies and people are staring to suspect she has something to do with it. I can’t wait to see what happens next.
November 23, 2025
Marianne Huffler finds herself once again pulled into the magical undercurrents of Faerywood Falls—this time with a mystery far more tangled and unpredictable than before. Strange events begin to unfold around the town, drawing her deeper into its folklore, hidden alliances, and dangerous enchantments. As clues surface and tensions rise, Marianne must piece everything together before the magic turns threatening. With old secrets resurfacing and new dangers emerging, Faerywood Falls proves that its charm often hides something far more complicated underneath.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My Review — 4 out of 5 stars
What Worked
Stronger mystery: The mystery in this book was definitely better. I genuinely couldn’t guess the culprit or the twist, which made it so much more engaging.
Very atmospheric: The author builds the mood beautifully—foggy forests, magical hints, and that slightly eerie, mountain-town vibe. It felt richer and more immersive than the first book.
Good pacing: The story moves steadily with no drag. Every chapter adds something, and it kept me turning pages without losing interest.
Entertaining from start to finish: The mix of magic, tension, and small-town charm worked really well this time.
What Didn’t Work
Some characters still feel a bit underdeveloped: A few side characters remain surface-level, and I wished for deeper emotional moments.
Magic system still slightly vague: The world is interesting, but I’m still hoping for more clarity on how the magic works as the series progresses.
My Final Thoughts
This book was a solid improvement over the first one. The mystery was more gripping, the atmosphere stronger, and the pacing tighter. I stayed invested throughout. If Book 1 felt like setting the stage, Book 2 truly steps into its potential.
Very enjoyable—and it definitely makes me want to continue the series.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My Review — 4 out of 5 stars
What Worked
Stronger mystery: The mystery in this book was definitely better. I genuinely couldn’t guess the culprit or the twist, which made it so much more engaging.
Very atmospheric: The author builds the mood beautifully—foggy forests, magical hints, and that slightly eerie, mountain-town vibe. It felt richer and more immersive than the first book.
Good pacing: The story moves steadily with no drag. Every chapter adds something, and it kept me turning pages without losing interest.
Entertaining from start to finish: The mix of magic, tension, and small-town charm worked really well this time.
What Didn’t Work
Some characters still feel a bit underdeveloped: A few side characters remain surface-level, and I wished for deeper emotional moments.
Magic system still slightly vague: The world is interesting, but I’m still hoping for more clarity on how the magic works as the series progresses.
My Final Thoughts
This book was a solid improvement over the first one. The mystery was more gripping, the atmosphere stronger, and the pacing tighter. I stayed invested throughout. If Book 1 felt like setting the stage, Book 2 truly steps into its potential.
Very enjoyable—and it definitely makes me want to continue the series.
March 3, 2019
Marianne is riding her bike home from work when she hears a terrified scream come from the cemetery. She goes to see if she can be of some help and comes across another dead body. She calls the Sheriff. When he is done at the scene he gives her a ride to her aunt's Lodge. It's decided she should stay there overnight. They talk about tourists seeing a ghost. They're not gifted so how can they see a ghost? Something isn't right. Both the vampire and the werewolf say something is afoot. Mariane gets involved with another evil spell weaver. And the Magical book is still missing. She is the only Faery so there isn't anyone to teach her how her magic can protect her and she doesn't know what her powers are. She is having to figure out things on her own. She thinks the book would help her. She also wants to find out who her parents were and what happened to them. Characters are becoming more fleshed out. Well thought out and well written. I'm enjoying this series.
I voluntarily received a book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
I voluntarily received a book from the author and I'm voluntarily posting a review. My opinion is entirely my own.
March 1, 2019
The ghost whisperer
Another good easy read. Not really an awful lot of mystery to it but if you need something that doesn't tax you to read and understand then this is perfect. The characters are getting better - more vivid and full apart from the main one. She is still wispy.
Returning home by way of the cemetery, she doesn't expect to hear a scream and to find a body of a young woman collapsed on a grave. Although it is used as a natural death, she is sure that there is more to it then that. The vampire agrees with her and now there are stories circulating around town of a vengeful ghost wandering around. Who is the ghost and why have they suddenly become active? 'Borrowing' her landlady's gift is an accident but how can she give it back? Will she find out the answers to the ghost and 'murder' that will set her mind at ease? What has happened to the book?
Another good easy read. Not really an awful lot of mystery to it but if you need something that doesn't tax you to read and understand then this is perfect. The characters are getting better - more vivid and full apart from the main one. She is still wispy.
Returning home by way of the cemetery, she doesn't expect to hear a scream and to find a body of a young woman collapsed on a grave. Although it is used as a natural death, she is sure that there is more to it then that. The vampire agrees with her and now there are stories circulating around town of a vengeful ghost wandering around. Who is the ghost and why have they suddenly become active? 'Borrowing' her landlady's gift is an accident but how can she give it back? Will she find out the answers to the ghost and 'murder' that will set her mind at ease? What has happened to the book?
June 26, 2019
Extraordinarily entertaining Series
And extraordinarily entertaining urban fantasy/cozy mystery supernatural series. Great cast of characters in a small mountain town or supernatural is in humans live amongst each other even though the humans don’t know it. There is fairy magic in the air and a girl returns home and starts learning her fairy abilities. Unfortunately she keeps finding Dead bodies and then being so curious that she must find out the how the Y the who the where at Cetera. Very entertaining and worth reading check it out
And extraordinarily entertaining urban fantasy/cozy mystery supernatural series. Great cast of characters in a small mountain town or supernatural is in humans live amongst each other even though the humans don’t know it. There is fairy magic in the air and a girl returns home and starts learning her fairy abilities. Unfortunately she keeps finding Dead bodies and then being so curious that she must find out the how the Y the who the where at Cetera. Very entertaining and worth reading check it out
September 2, 2023
"The Curious Curse of Faerywood Falls", second in the 'Mountain Magic Mystery' series, sees Marianne, the sole Faery in the village, finding another body - it's becoming a habit for her.
The book is mostly concerned with creating and detailing the story arc - what are Marianne's abilities, who were her parents, what is the ominous threat to the area? - than the murder mystery which, as in the first book, seems tacked on solely to create a beginning, middle and end.
That said the book is a fun and fast read.
3 Stars.
The book is mostly concerned with creating and detailing the story arc - what are Marianne's abilities, who were her parents, what is the ominous threat to the area? - than the murder mystery which, as in the first book, seems tacked on solely to create a beginning, middle and end.
That said the book is a fun and fast read.
3 Stars.
June 8, 2019
Great storyline!
I’m really enjoying this story. Unlike other books involving paranormals that know of each other and interact, that doesn’t happen here and it is very refreshing! And! There is no obvious, immediate love connection. Attraction yes, but there is room for discovery and really good development.
I love Marianne and Athena. Looking forward to her discovering more about her powers....and herself
I’m really enjoying this story. Unlike other books involving paranormals that know of each other and interact, that doesn’t happen here and it is very refreshing! And! There is no obvious, immediate love connection. Attraction yes, but there is room for discovery and really good development.
I love Marianne and Athena. Looking forward to her discovering more about her powers....and herself
March 27, 2019
4.6 stars for The Curious Curse ...
Another quick read, but interesting mysteries and lots of magical questions for Marianne. I have enjoyed getting to know her and Athena in their new home. The stories are very satisfying as are the characters in Faerywood Falls. Wish I could move there too. Don't miss this series.
Another quick read, but interesting mysteries and lots of magical questions for Marianne. I have enjoyed getting to know her and Athena in their new home. The stories are very satisfying as are the characters in Faerywood Falls. Wish I could move there too. Don't miss this series.
April 8, 2019
Wonderful!
I really enjoyed this book! Blythe Baker is quite talented and brings you along for a thrilling ride with her stories. When Marianne finds a young woman dead in the cemetery, she just can't leave the mystery alone. Then she accidentally steals her landlady's ability to speak to ghosts and things get interesting.
I really enjoyed this book! Blythe Baker is quite talented and brings you along for a thrilling ride with her stories. When Marianne finds a young woman dead in the cemetery, she just can't leave the mystery alone. Then she accidentally steals her landlady's ability to speak to ghosts and things get interesting.
April 12, 2019
Another excellent book
I was really drawn into this book and really enjoyed it. Marianne is such a great character, she’s one you can really identify with and she just draws you in. I love her pet fox, Athena, her aunt and cousin and even the mysterious men who seem to like our heroine. It was a great mystery and I look forward to more!
I was really drawn into this book and really enjoyed it. Marianne is such a great character, she’s one you can really identify with and she just draws you in. I love her pet fox, Athena, her aunt and cousin and even the mysterious men who seem to like our heroine. It was a great mystery and I look forward to more!
March 29, 2019
For starters I am in love with this series ! New beginnings, harsh endings, mysteries that need to be solved. Changes is coming. But, will it be for the better or worse? Better for who? Worse for Who? Can't wait to get my hands on book 3!
April 4, 2019
Really enjoyed this book
Join Marianne in more adventures in her new home town, she's got a place to live and a job which she loves but once again she stumbles across a dead body and somehow manages to be able to see ghosts .
Join Marianne in more adventures in her new home town, she's got a place to live and a job which she loves but once again she stumbles across a dead body and somehow manages to be able to see ghosts .
June 9, 2019
I'm really enjoying this series - I love her pet fox, Athena, her aunt, cousin, and the two men woven in her adventures. Oh yes, and I love the shorter read. Good to "cleanse the palette" between heavier reading. Glad I found this author!
July 19, 2019
Mountain Magic mysteries book 2
This book in some ways is better then the first in my opinion. This book is easy reading entertaining and enjoyable to read. I recommend this book and series to all my friends and family. Happy Reading!
This book in some ways is better then the first in my opinion. This book is easy reading entertaining and enjoyable to read. I recommend this book and series to all my friends and family. Happy Reading!
September 17, 2019
Another Adventure
I so enjoy these books! This adventure takes my mind off of the nonsense of politics & the deceit which is rampant in our US Capital. A wonderful read. On to Book 3.
I so enjoy these books! This adventure takes my mind off of the nonsense of politics & the deceit which is rampant in our US Capital. A wonderful read. On to Book 3.
March 4, 2019
A really excellent read
A book that flows really well. I love the characters they come alive and make you feel that you are actually taking part.
A book that flows really well. I love the characters they come alive and make you feel that you are actually taking part.
March 4, 2019
Another fantastic story. A bit of humour and mystery. Marianne had hoped to settle in peace. Unfortunately a murder happens and she gets to investigate. Loved it.
April 29, 2019
Enjoyed
I really enjoyed your book I'm glad I have found this series,the characters and story line are fun to read.
I really enjoyed your book I'm glad I have found this series,the characters and story line are fun to read.
May 20, 2019
Great book
Can’t wait to read the next book. Love she has a fox as her familiar . Hope she finds out who her parents where
Can’t wait to read the next book. Love she has a fox as her familiar . Hope she finds out who her parents where
November 24, 2019
Mountain Magic #2
Definitely enjoyed reading this book in the series. I love the characters and storylines very much. Definitely going to follow the series.
Definitely enjoyed reading this book in the series. I love the characters and storylines very much. Definitely going to follow the series.
June 11, 2024
this book has magic of it own, once you start this book , it hook you in, and you must continue to the end.
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