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The Children of Dark Root #2
Gifted Magick
There grows in the woods of Dark Root a curious white rose, which only blooms in December. This famed rose is sought by all who know of it, saturated with Other-Worldly magick. An offering from one side of the Veil to the other, a symbol of beauty and love. --From the Grimoire of Juliana Benbridge *** It's Winter Solstice Days in Dark Root, and strange happenings abound. The Hellhounds that arrived with Samhain may still be lurking in the woods, people are forgetting things--as if under a spell, and June Bug has taken adolescent rebellion to an all new level. The only common thread appears to be Erin, the pretty, new waitress at Dip Stix. Determined to solve the riddle, Maggie once again turns to the Deciphering Stone and Juliana's scrolls. What she uncovers is a story with ancient roots, and modern relevance. In fact, what Maggie discovers might just be the most important discovery of her life. Magick. Mystery. Mysticism. Maggie.***WHAT TO READ NEXT?If you've read The Daughters of Dark Root series and The Children of Dark series, Alchemy of a Witch Series (The medieval prequel series where the Dark Root lore began).--Miss Sasha's School of Magick (Set a year after The Children of Dark Root. The fate of the world rests in the hands of the witches of Dark Root, and a school that was thought lost forever. Books in and AlchemyBloodlines and Bindings (Late spring 2022)Candles and Constellations (Winter 2022-2023)Demons and Dowsings (Summer 2023)
334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 24, 2019
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About the author
April Aasheim
40 books242 followersApril Aasheim is the second oldest of six children. She spent her early years traveling the western part of the country with her mother and step-father. During this time she met a lot of interesting people and developed a love of 'characters'.
April is married and lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and her cat Boots.
April is married and lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and her cat Boots.
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October 31, 2021
Awesome
I'm saddened that this series is over. I hope this story will continue in the future. A lot of people need to read this story because it's one they won't soon forget.
I'm saddened that this series is over. I hope this story will continue in the future. A lot of people need to read this story because it's one they won't soon forget.
October 6, 2019
Well...
First of all, the editing is terrible. If reading disjoined sentences and spelling, and repetitive words where they're not supposed to be bothers you, go ahead and skip this book. It doesn't usually bother me, but it was pretty bad here. ALSO, I LOVE this series, therefore I am sorely disappointed in this book. It seemed as if there were huge chunks of the story missing.
** spoiler alert**
Maggie goes to battle the changeling and then the next page it's from Eve's perspective the next day? Zero information on what happened with Maggie and the changeling. What the hell?
The ONLY reason this got even three stars is because I am a fan of the story, not this book in particular. This was definitely a letdown. I'd love to read the next book tomorrow but if it took another month to make it less like this one? I'd be happy to wait. Great series, poor editing, disaster of a book about sums this up. I don't know what else to do than shake my head and move on until the next one comes out.
First of all, the editing is terrible. If reading disjoined sentences and spelling, and repetitive words where they're not supposed to be bothers you, go ahead and skip this book. It doesn't usually bother me, but it was pretty bad here. ALSO, I LOVE this series, therefore I am sorely disappointed in this book. It seemed as if there were huge chunks of the story missing.
** spoiler alert**
Maggie goes to battle the changeling and then the next page it's from Eve's perspective the next day? Zero information on what happened with Maggie and the changeling. What the hell?
The ONLY reason this got even three stars is because I am a fan of the story, not this book in particular. This was definitely a letdown. I'd love to read the next book tomorrow but if it took another month to make it less like this one? I'd be happy to wait. Great series, poor editing, disaster of a book about sums this up. I don't know what else to do than shake my head and move on until the next one comes out.
July 25, 2019
Welcome to Dark Root!
On the second installment of the Children of Dark Root, we go back to the town and the adventures around the Winter Solstice. The children are growing up and developing their gifts. It is great to see the adults too, but what I like about this series is having the children in the front of it.
Can we all agree Aunt Dora is a force to be reckon with? At this rate, we will need a book about her!
On the second installment of the Children of Dark Root, we go back to the town and the adventures around the Winter Solstice. The children are growing up and developing their gifts. It is great to see the adults too, but what I like about this series is having the children in the front of it.
Can we all agree Aunt Dora is a force to be reckon with? At this rate, we will need a book about her!
August 1, 2019
Exciting new chapter in the the Dark Root saga
I was so excited to read the next book in this series! I enjoy the characters and how developed they are. And the story keeps unfolding in a way that keeps me guessing and wanting more. Most of all I enjoy how the author incorporates actual myths, legends and witchcraft into the story. The strong female roles not only are witches but have their own unique talents. I can't wait for the next book!
I was so excited to read the next book in this series! I enjoy the characters and how developed they are. And the story keeps unfolding in a way that keeps me guessing and wanting more. Most of all I enjoy how the author incorporates actual myths, legends and witchcraft into the story. The strong female roles not only are witches but have their own unique talents. I can't wait for the next book!
December 16, 2024
Past Secrets
Another good chapter in this story and I do hope that there are more to come as the story definitely ended on a cliffhanger and there are many loose ends.
Proofreading was again subpar - this needs to be fixed.
Character growth is happening all around and I do like that the story is being told from multiple view points because i feel like we are getting the big picture.
Would recommend
Another good chapter in this story and I do hope that there are more to come as the story definitely ended on a cliffhanger and there are many loose ends.
Proofreading was again subpar - this needs to be fixed.
Character growth is happening all around and I do like that the story is being told from multiple view points because i feel like we are getting the big picture.
Would recommend
June 24, 2020
Good but..,
I think this is end end for me. It's an okay book but it feels like the story is done or should be. There are definitely spots where it seems to just drag on and on, it jumps around from cover to cover. I throughly enjoyed the author's previous books but thus far the children of dark root series is canned. Itsjust not the quality of her previous books.
I think this is end end for me. It's an okay book but it feels like the story is done or should be. There are definitely spots where it seems to just drag on and on, it jumps around from cover to cover. I throughly enjoyed the author's previous books but thus far the children of dark root series is canned. Itsjust not the quality of her previous books.
September 10, 2019
Enjoying the continuation of story
This story went in directions I did not predict but in the best of ways. Character development is moving right along and the children’s arc is so interesting. Can’t wait for next one.
This story went in directions I did not predict but in the best of ways. Character development is moving right along and the children’s arc is so interesting. Can’t wait for next one.
December 31, 2019
Wish the next installment was available
I have loved all the Dark Root books and stories. The characters are well developed, but with mystery that is discovered over time. There is always something new to learn about all the loved and not so loved citizens of Dark Root.
I have loved all the Dark Root books and stories. The characters are well developed, but with mystery that is discovered over time. There is always something new to learn about all the loved and not so loved citizens of Dark Root.
April 2, 2020
I really enjoyed this book and look forward to the next. There were so many moving parts in this one. The only thing I wish is the demon removal from June Bug would have been explained more. The development of the sisters and the children is great. April left enough doors open for thr next book.
June 15, 2020
Cannot get enough
April is a wonderful writer. She weaves her words so you are drawn into each series and have to finish each. I've read this one three times so far. I love the story.
April is a wonderful writer. She weaves her words so you are drawn into each series and have to finish each. I've read this one three times so far. I love the story.
October 26, 2020
As always...
I wish this book didn’t have to end, I’ve become so invested in these characters they almost feel like family. If your looking for a series to get lost in, or an escape from this awful world we currently live in you won’t regret starting these stories.
I wish this book didn’t have to end, I’ve become so invested in these characters they almost feel like family. If your looking for a series to get lost in, or an escape from this awful world we currently live in you won’t regret starting these stories.
November 12, 2020
Magic and mischief
The children are all quite grown up despite the fact that they are all so young! Dark Root is even more mysterious than ever. April has written another enthralling tale that I can't get enough of! It is going to truly be hard to wait for the next installment.
The children are all quite grown up despite the fact that they are all so young! Dark Root is even more mysterious than ever. April has written another enthralling tale that I can't get enough of! It is going to truly be hard to wait for the next installment.
December 26, 2020
The story of Dark Root and it's inhabitants continues, each day seemingly more dramatic than the last.
There is a lot going on in these peoples' lives, but there is an awful lot of love being shared to those lucky enough to be accepted into this extendible family.
There is a lot going on in these peoples' lives, but there is an awful lot of love being shared to those lucky enough to be accepted into this extendible family.
March 28, 2021
The best series!!!
I have loved every moment of this series. Dark Root is enchanted and just like the adults the children are just as magical. I can't wait to read the next book for the children of Dark Root.
I have loved every moment of this series. Dark Root is enchanted and just like the adults the children are just as magical. I can't wait to read the next book for the children of Dark Root.
November 13, 2021
I've enjoyed every Dark Root book so far and this is no exception.
Some familiar back story from the Dark Root Ancestry series and the children of the original Dark Root series witches coming into their own people.
Some great writing as always.
Some familiar back story from the Dark Root Ancestry series and the children of the original Dark Root series witches coming into their own people.
Some great writing as always.
January 29, 2023
Page turner
I wish there was more Dark Roots books to follow these. I enjoyed these as much as I did the first ones. Please consider continuing the series as my mind wants to know more. Thank you for your hard work and my many hours of enjoyment.
I wish there was more Dark Roots books to follow these. I enjoyed these as much as I did the first ones. Please consider continuing the series as my mind wants to know more. Thank you for your hard work and my many hours of enjoyment.
February 28, 2020
Amazing As Usual
Love this series so much. ❤ Just enough excitement and mystery to keep you entertained and wanting to read more!
Love this series so much. ❤ Just enough excitement and mystery to keep you entertained and wanting to read more!
December 9, 2020
Book 2 children of dark Root
If you are into goats and and after life . It is a good read. Action is fast moving and follows the same characters.
If you are into goats and and after life . It is a good read. Action is fast moving and follows the same characters.
October 28, 2019
Incomplete
This is a continuation of the other Dark Root books. It flowed well and continued the story well until about half way through the book. There are many story lines continued or new lines started that are just dropped, the book is incomplete. Hopefully the next book (if there will be a next book) will provide some answers and continue the story.
This is a continuation of the other Dark Root books. It flowed well and continued the story well until about half way through the book. There are many story lines continued or new lines started that are just dropped, the book is incomplete. Hopefully the next book (if there will be a next book) will provide some answers and continue the story.
July 1, 2020
The second in the series, it is an enjoyable fantasy.
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