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Deepwood Witches Mysteries #2
Wisteria, Witchery, and Woe: A Witchy Paranormal Cozy Mystery
Welcome to Deepwood, Oregon, a cozy town of witches, magic, and now, murder…Lene Davenport is unique in the magical community. She can sense when Death approaches and communicate with those who have passed beyond the veil. It’s not fun having ghosts show up in your bedroom, so Lene does her best to avoid her gift. Unfortunately, Fate has other ideas. A killer is stalking the paranormal community, and she is must either use her powers in order to find and stop them, or risk losing those she loves.Wisteria, Witchery, and Woe is the second book in the paranormal cozy mystery series, Deepwood Witches Mysteries.
188 pages, Paperback
First published September 10, 2019
About the author
Shéa MacLeod
148 books460 followersShéa MacLeod has dreamed of writing novels since before she could hold a crayon. She totally blames her mother.
Her favorite poem as a child was ‘Jabberwocky’, and Her favorite authors were Agatha Christie and Edgar Allan Poe. Which probably explains a lot.
After a six year sojourn in London, England, a dearth of good donuts has driven her back to her hometown. She now resides in the leafy green hills outside Portland, Oregon where she indulges in her fondness for strong coffee, Ancient Aliens reruns, lemon curd, and dragons.
Because everything's better with dragons.
Shéa is the author of the SUNWALKER SAGA (a fast paced urban fantasy series with a kick-ass heroine published by Montlake) and DRAGON WARS (a post-apocalyptic series with dragons)as well as the Cupcake Goddess novelettes.
Her favorite poem as a child was ‘Jabberwocky’, and Her favorite authors were Agatha Christie and Edgar Allan Poe. Which probably explains a lot.
After a six year sojourn in London, England, a dearth of good donuts has driven her back to her hometown. She now resides in the leafy green hills outside Portland, Oregon where she indulges in her fondness for strong coffee, Ancient Aliens reruns, lemon curd, and dragons.
Because everything's better with dragons.
Shéa is the author of the SUNWALKER SAGA (a fast paced urban fantasy series with a kick-ass heroine published by Montlake) and DRAGON WARS (a post-apocalyptic series with dragons)as well as the Cupcake Goddess novelettes.
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July 25, 2023
All in all I liked volume 2 very much. I personally think that the connection between those two characters was not as good as that in volume 1. Especially the beginning of it was a bit random and was not comprehensible.
The mystery was a bit weaker than in volume 1 for me personally, but I loved to be back into this world and accompany this coven.
I look forward to volume 3.
The mystery was a bit weaker than in volume 1 for me personally, but I loved to be back into this world and accompany this coven.
I look forward to volume 3.
September 27, 2020
Wisteria, Witchery and Woe by Shea MacLeod is the second the the Deepwood Witches mysteries. Lene is a Deathwalker which makes her unique among witches. Emory, Veri, Mia, Edwina and Noah all make appearances as Lene feels the need to find a killer amongst the residents who has decided to purge evildoers from Deepwood. Romance, magic and murder kept me turning the pages. I'm on to the next one in the series.
September 3, 2023
Book 2 of the Deepwood Witches Mysteries series has a new angle. This time, Emory's Deathwalker BFF Lene is the central figure of the story and the character of Lucien, shortly introduced in Book 1, plays the leading male.
Just as in the first book, I loved the characters, their development, the mystery and the romance. The world building, which was so wonderful to begin with, got a bit expanded as well, and a little witchy knowledge was additionally thrown in, making this read just as interesting as and adding more depth to the first.
The magical system is well created and I particularly love that each person has their area of talent and expertise, so it's not one one-fits-all, and mo one is all-powerful, so you never get a Mary Sue effect.
The main characters and their friends must work as a team and combine their various strengths and talents to overcome challenges and solve murders. I was engaged from the first page to the last and thoroughly enjoyed myself throughout.
I'll definitely start Book 3 very soon!
Just as in the first book, I loved the characters, their development, the mystery and the romance. The world building, which was so wonderful to begin with, got a bit expanded as well, and a little witchy knowledge was additionally thrown in, making this read just as interesting as and adding more depth to the first.
The magical system is well created and I particularly love that each person has their area of talent and expertise, so it's not one one-fits-all, and mo one is all-powerful, so you never get a Mary Sue effect.
The main characters and their friends must work as a team and combine their various strengths and talents to overcome challenges and solve murders. I was engaged from the first page to the last and thoroughly enjoyed myself throughout.
I'll definitely start Book 3 very soon!
January 27, 2022
Lene Davenport is the next up to be involved in a murder mystery. Lene's ability to sense death is not something you want to be doing, nor talking to ghosts at 3 am. But, Lene wants to learn the truth and expose a killer. Yet, a complication: her attention is drawn to a talented artist, who she finds hot and sexy. A man who has his own secrets and abilities. A man she is falling for. Its up to Lene's coven to find her and stop a killer. This is a fun series, each character has a unique and interesting back story. And, the murder mystery is fresh and different from the typical ones.
June 19, 2020
Really like this series
This is a great series. Won’t bore you with a synopsis, you can read that for yourself. The characters are quirky and quite delightful. Yes magic, yes animals, yes mystery, yes romance (no descriptions of sex), yes ghosts, demons, and other magickal beings, and lots of humor...what more you you ask for. I’m looking forward to reading the next in the series.
This is a great series. Won’t bore you with a synopsis, you can read that for yourself. The characters are quirky and quite delightful. Yes magic, yes animals, yes mystery, yes romance (no descriptions of sex), yes ghosts, demons, and other magickal beings, and lots of humor...what more you you ask for. I’m looking forward to reading the next in the series.
November 18, 2022
A Good Cozy Paranormal Mystery
Book 2 of the Deepwood Witches Mysteries features Lene a witch with the ability to see Death and dead people and Lucien a stunning man who has lived an exceedingly long life and a slew of magical skills. Happily Lene’s witch and other paranormal friends are a large part of this story too.
Bottom Line: When life hands you stress, read a cozy book by Shéa MacLeod. It’ll be a relaxing, entertaining break from life.
Book 2 of the Deepwood Witches Mysteries features Lene a witch with the ability to see Death and dead people and Lucien a stunning man who has lived an exceedingly long life and a slew of magical skills. Happily Lene’s witch and other paranormal friends are a large part of this story too.
Bottom Line: When life hands you stress, read a cozy book by Shéa MacLeod. It’ll be a relaxing, entertaining break from life.
February 17, 2022
Wisteria, Witchery and Woe is perfect, 2nd in series. 4.7 stars
Guess every story will add paranormal romance to another couple (nice thought). Lene is the next portal witch in this coven to find a powerful & yummy male witch (Lucien). Mia is fitting right in for an untrained teenaged witch. Join in the fun!
Guess every story will add paranormal romance to another couple (nice thought). Lene is the next portal witch in this coven to find a powerful & yummy male witch (Lucien). Mia is fitting right in for an untrained teenaged witch. Join in the fun!
November 1, 2020
Really good
A really lovely book. Someone is murdering supernatural people and trying to frame Lucien, Lene's new boyfriend. Lene also finds a black cat that decided to live with her. There is plenty of mystery, murder, mayhem and romance in this and colourful characters.
A really lovely book. Someone is murdering supernatural people and trying to frame Lucien, Lene's new boyfriend. Lene also finds a black cat that decided to live with her. There is plenty of mystery, murder, mayhem and romance in this and colourful characters.
December 21, 2021
Interesting to the end.really enjoyed the book ?
Look forward to the next book. When will it be coming available at. Hope to hear from your book reads very soon. Shirley watjen
Look forward to the next book. When will it be coming available at. Hope to hear from your book reads very soon. Shirley watjen
December 29, 2021
Goddess this was good!
I really enjoyed reading this installment and look forward to the next book. Wonderfully descriptive scenes, murder mystery and magic. Hunky guys and beautiful Witches 😋great character interactions.
I really enjoyed reading this installment and look forward to the next book. Wonderfully descriptive scenes, murder mystery and magic. Hunky guys and beautiful Witches 😋great character interactions.
February 18, 2022
Humorous and well written
I got the first book for free, and it caused me to buy this one, as soon as I finished it. I am going to but the next one ASAP!
There is a problem with some of the paragraphs not being separated, but that's okay.
I got the first book for free, and it caused me to buy this one, as soon as I finished it. I am going to but the next one ASAP!
There is a problem with some of the paragraphs not being separated, but that's okay.
March 8, 2022
Wisteria, witchery, and woe
Can't wait to read more in this series loved the characters and the storyline so it's a well deserved five stars and I would recommend this book to everyone
Can't wait to read more in this series loved the characters and the storyline so it's a well deserved five stars and I would recommend this book to everyone
March 20, 2022
loved it
I know I say that about a lot of books but this book was really sweet, romantic and full of mystery. A great read and I can’t wait to see what the third book holds. Awesome book!!
I know I say that about a lot of books but this book was really sweet, romantic and full of mystery. A great read and I can’t wait to see what the third book holds. Awesome book!!
May 6, 2022
2nd in series
This particular book focuses on Lene Davenport, but pulls in the characters from Book One and continues the story of this group of friends. It is more a romance than a mystery. It clarifies some of the powers that the witches have. Will continue the series!
This particular book focuses on Lene Davenport, but pulls in the characters from Book One and continues the story of this group of friends. It is more a romance than a mystery. It clarifies some of the powers that the witches have. Will continue the series!
September 29, 2023
I enjoyed this book for the most part, but the odd (to me) pronunciation of the main character's name was so distracting that it took away from the story. If not for that I would have easily given this book 4 stars.
June 15, 2024
I received this book as a freebie in return for an honest review.
I really enjoyed the storyline and characters in this book. I just wanted to keep reading, couldn't wait to see what happened next. Will look forward to more in this series.
I really enjoyed the storyline and characters in this book. I just wanted to keep reading, couldn't wait to see what happened next. Will look forward to more in this series.
January 22, 2021
Who would’ve thought that a book with such cutesy cover would be filled with such darkness. But in a good way. There’s magic, demons, witches, you name it. I love this series. Love Lene - Len-uh, not Lenny - and her friends. And there’s love and murder... oh what a great book. I don’t give plots away so I’ll just say : go read this book. Better still, go read this series.
December 1, 2021
Very Good!!
I am loving these Deepwood Witches Mysteries!! This one was every bit as good as Book one. Can’t wait to start book 3!!!
I am loving these Deepwood Witches Mysteries!! This one was every bit as good as Book one. Can’t wait to start book 3!!!
June 3, 2022
Woo hoo
Another excellent instalment now on to thr next book. Cant wait loving thezr characters so entertaining. Enjoy and come a long for the ride
Another excellent instalment now on to thr next book. Cant wait loving thezr characters so entertaining. Enjoy and come a long for the ride
September 8, 2023
Nice cozy. Very enjoyable.
October 2, 2023
Not sure what my problem was but the book didn't grab me. [I've read a few other books since starting.]
I've enjoyed other books by Ms McLeod but not this one
I've enjoyed other books by Ms McLeod but not this one
November 22, 2024
Love the magical spells
Fun read. The write is smooth. Loved all of the spell work. I would recommend to anyone that loves magical characters.
Fun read. The write is smooth. Loved all of the spell work. I would recommend to anyone that loves magical characters.
September 13, 2019
The purge takes on a new meaning
A great read. I would have given it a 5^ rating but for the proofing errors - one of which was to use Veri instead of Lene. A great plot of murders right, left and centre and nothing to link them except one quarter Sidhe male witch ( who has her heart all a flutter). The characters just keep getting better with each subsequent book but it would be fun to have a book based on Edwina. Bet she's got a story worth telling.
Murders have been taking place on a regular basis. One of them has even involved Mia and now she's living at Lene's as she is homeless. Another new arrival to the homestead is the cat, who despite her best efforts seems reluctant to leave. The murders all have one thing in common, the new heartthrob in her life and leader of the local coven. Is he really the killer? Will she find out too late? What about the new relationship?
A great read. I would have given it a 5^ rating but for the proofing errors - one of which was to use Veri instead of Lene. A great plot of murders right, left and centre and nothing to link them except one quarter Sidhe male witch ( who has her heart all a flutter). The characters just keep getting better with each subsequent book but it would be fun to have a book based on Edwina. Bet she's got a story worth telling.
Murders have been taking place on a regular basis. One of them has even involved Mia and now she's living at Lene's as she is homeless. Another new arrival to the homestead is the cat, who despite her best efforts seems reluctant to leave. The murders all have one thing in common, the new heartthrob in her life and leader of the local coven. Is he really the killer? Will she find out too late? What about the new relationship?
October 11, 2019
Enjoyed
I have enjoyed this latest book of yours and looking forward for your next book to be published I liked the concept.
I have enjoyed this latest book of yours and looking forward for your next book to be published I liked the concept.
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