If you like twisting, turning mysteries set in villages you’ll never want to leave (despite the dead bodies), get ready to fall in love with Jayne O’Shea.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A great mystery with a dash of paranormal!”
Hidden Secrets - Aside from a minor glitch or two, everything has gone to plan with the grand opening of Pine Time B&B. Then one of the guests turns up dead and some of the locals are looking at Jayne. In order to clear her name, she needs to track down the real killer.
Rival Secrets - As the weather turns crisp, Jayne and the other villagers prepare for the autumn equinox festival and its ever-popular cooking competition. When one of the contestants is found dead, all eyes turn to one of the villagers as the killer.
Veiled Secrets - The village is calm and quiet for the Samhain feast, until a boy goes missing during trick-or-treating. The parents say he does this sometimes, but with a storm bearing down on the village, Jayne can't dismiss this as simply a curious kid off exploring the woods.
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Shawn McGuire has managed to intertwine Wicca and a murder mystery into an absolutely wonderful story about a very small town. I was positive I knew who the guilty party was, three times. I was wrong. There are twists and turns throughout the book that will keep you reading well into the night."
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Nice clean adventure story. Young love, murder, and a dog what more can you ask for.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “OMGGGG!!!.. Who did it?!! ”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I wish Whispering Pines was a real place”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Absolutely LOVED this book!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Couldn't wait to find out what happened next.”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Could not put it down!!!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "There are twists and turns that will keep you reading well into the night."
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Once I started reading I was hooked .”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I was genuinely pleased with this Wiccan-themed mystery .”
Mystery and fantasy author Shawn McGuire loves creating characters and places her fans want to return to again and again. She started writing after seeing the first Star Wars movie (that's episode IV) as a kid. She couldn't wait for the next installment to come out so wrote her own. Sadly, those notebooks are long lost, but her desire to tell a tale is as strong now as it was then. She lives in Wisconsin near the beautiful Mississippi River and when not writing or reading, she might be baking, crafting, going for a long walk, or nibbling really dark chocolate. You can learn more about her work on her website www.Shawn-McGuire.com
A fun series that I have thoroughly enjoyed. Light reading, light mystery, very, very, very light romance, which is good because I don’t ever read romance novels.
I like that even though there are 7 books available right now, each one stands on it own.
Plus the authors depiction of Wicca, Wiccans and witches makes me laugh, since I know several Wiccans myself😊
Jayne O’Shea, the Wiccans, and all the quirky villagers are back in this second Whispering Pines omnibus edition.
This digital box set contains books four, five, and six.
Hidden Secrets: A Whispering Pines Mystery, Book Four
Aside from a minor glitch or two, everything has gone to plan with the grand opening of Pine Time Bed-and-Breakfast. Then one of Jayne’s guests turns up dead on the side of the road. Now, with some of the locals pointing out that the rash of murders plaguing the village started when Jayne arrived, Jayne has to clear her own name while tracking down the real killer.
Rival Secrets: A Whispering Pines Mystery, Book Five
As the weather turns crisp, Jayne and the other villagers prepare for the last big tourist draw of the season: the autumn equinox festival and its ever-popular cooking competition. Events turn from friendly to fatal, however, when one of the contestants is found dead in the woods. As all eyes turn to one of the villagers as the killer, Jayne digs deep to clear the name of one of their own.
Veiled Secrets: A Whispering Pines Mystery, Book Six
The village is calm and quiet for the Samhain feast, until a boy goes missing during trick-or-treating. The parents say he does this sometimes, but with a storm bearing down on the village, Jayne isn’t content to dismiss this as a case of a curious kid off exploring the woods.
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Whispering Pines series: Family Secrets, Whispering Pines #1 - An intriguing story. After finishing Stick and Stones, I dove into Family Secrets, my second book by this new-to-me author. These two books are nothing alike on storylines, except fantasy. I was drawn into this well written novel with its interesting plot and realistic characters, including the lovable dog. I couldn't put FS down until it was finished. There's an overview letting the reader know what the book is about, which I appreciate. This author is definitely someone whose work I want to keep reading. Two books, two winners!
Kept Secrets, WP#2 - Another intriguing story by a very good author. Now we're being to know our main characters as they grow in this book, while remaining believable and realistic. The well written, fast paced plot keeps the reader interested, making it hard to put the book down. The author’s descriptions leave the reader with clear pictures about the town, townspeople and property.
Original Secrets, WP #3 – This is the best of the series. So intriguing that the reader can’t put the book down. A well written, suspense filled book with two deaths forty years apart that may be connected. The characters are steadily growing, even the hated ones are interesting. Their dialog is realistic and none of The Stupid Formula for these characters. Her descriptions are clear and you’re there in Whispering Pines. I’m looking forward to the next book. I contacted the author to review her books; her stories are substantial and the reader is satisfied when finished reading one of her books.
Hidden Secrets, WP #4 - Another hard to put down story. Well written, suspense filled and full of intrigue, still with an interesting group of characters with new ones added to boot. This substantial story has several stories going at once, including the past and the future and the worries that stem from them. I've never been disappointed by any book written by Ms. McGuire and I look forward to more of her work.
Rival Secrets #5 - Rival picks up a month after Hidden Secrets ends. The well thought out storylines keep the reader immersed until the last page. Every book in this series has been great and this one is no different. The regular characters keep showing more of their secrets and growth, and the reader pulls for them. Their dialog is interesting without any stupidity, just realistic and clean. There's touches of sexual tension and hints of mysteries to come. The murder was well handled and while there were plenty of suspects, the path to solving the crime was interesting. As usual, there were kinks along the path, but that's what keeps the reader involved with the story. 5*
Missing & Gone - An interesting novella. This well written story introduces the main and some of the secondary characters of the book Family Secrets. It's a quickly read suspense story, which I read after FS; I didn't miss not having read M&G before FS.
Veiled Secrets #6 - I'm absolutely addicted to this series. Ms. McGuire is on my top ten list of favorite authors. This is another great addition. The story begins a month after Rival Secrets ended. There are a lot of surprises, good and bad, for everyone in WP. Law enforcement will definitely feel the brunt of the happenings. There are two good endings or beginnings at the end of the book. The storylines were very intriguing, suspense filled and mesmerizing making it hard to put the book down until the end. The author's vivid descriptions of the Samhain event was pretty well done. The characters keep evolving with each book and Flavia is going to go nuclear soon by the way she's acting, but that's another story. 5*
Silent Secrets #7 – This has to be my all-time favorite series by one of my favorite authors. While these can be read as standalones, this is one series to invest in from the beginning. Ms. McGuire has an easy to read writing style that belies the intricacies of the continuous and new storylines. Her vivid descriptions place you there with a clearness of location, character and developments. Her imagination, active and nonrepetitive throughout her series, bring a depth to the tapestries she has woven in her storylines. It is wonderful to read about realistic characters that do not follow today’s stupidity formula common in so many books of various genres. They are realistic, people you know and understand. There are plenty of emotions running the gamut, and a good balance between good and bad events, and good and bad characters. 5*
Merciful Secrets #8 - Just when I think I read the best book by this author, she releases the best book ever. It will be difficult to write a review instead of a book report since this book and this series are exceptional. The new and old storylines mesh together bringing a substantial depth to MS. This book starts about two months after Silent Secrets ends. There is a possible new murder and the effects of a 40-year-old tragedy returns for more murders. Some of the new characters introduced are surprising lending suspense to the possible future. There is plenty of intrigue and mystery along with surprises from unsuspected sources. Again, I did not put another McGuire novel down until I finished the last page.5*
Justified Secrets #9 - Gee, the tourists are gone but things still go bad and that's not counting the January blizzard. Another well written, well thought out addition to this series that keeps the reader immersed in the pages. The past slaps Jayne cross-eyed but she has the support and the strength of family and friends to help her.
This is my top favorite series, which contains all the elements of good reading: suspense; intrigue; emotions; and a touch of romance and magic set in a fast pace, substantial tapestry of descriptive storytelling by a talented author. I contacted the author to review her books. 4* Whispering Pines end.
The Whispering Pines Mystery Series by Shawn McGuire is a perfect blend of cozy mystery, small-town charm, and just the right sprinkle of supernatural elements. following Jane O’Shea who has a knack for solving mysteries that seem to find her no matter how much she tries to avoid them. The town itself is a character in its own right – a little quirky, idyllic, and full of secrets. The locals are a fun mix of personalities, from the nosy neighbours to more endearing eccentrics - and their interactions gives the series an extra element of interest along with some ‘warm-fuzzies’. Ms. McGuire manages to balance lighthearted coziness with genuinely intriguing mysteries. Each book has its own unique twist, and while the stakes aren’t overly high/intense, they’re enough to keep you flipping pages late into the night. Plus, the touch of the paranormal adds an extra layer of fun without overwhelming the story. Recommend for a binge-worthy read. Happy Reading…
I just finished reading the second box set and can't wait to find out how things go with Jayne and Tripp, moving in with each other. These books are very hard to for me to put down, I recommend them to all my family and friends. I look forward to start reading the next box set.
I’m loving the story and the characters ...totally hooked in every way. To the point I would love to book myself in to the B&B and acquaint myself with all the extraordinary people who inhabit the village 😀
Such creative story line keeps you guessing ‘who done it’ till the very end. Fantastic imagination and a special gift with creating the context in a clear and colorful way. Keeps attention riveting. Thx for a great read!
I love the characters. Ms McGuire does an excellent job developing the characters. The Wiccans are believable and Sheriff Jayne's journey with her spiritual development is as intriguing as her journey to becoming a better investigator.
I’m alway looking for new series’s that are a “light” read; this gives the opportunity to sit relax with a cup of tea and just read. I especially like books like this that’s gives the author a chance to build characters and continue the story line .
Just finished box set 4-6. Love this series. Love the small town and the people in it. Each book has it's own mystery, but there is a mystery in the series itself.
C Characters are great the building of the storyline continues and makes you wanna read more It's sad that a place so beautiful will have so much disaster but that's what makes it entertaining
I love this series!!!! Shawn McGuire, you need to make this into a tv series. The characters, actions, and lives are fascinating. I’m hoping when I go to search that there are more books remaining
Shawn McGuire has done it again . Love the characters and you'll never guess who did it. Mind-blowing and didn't see that coming .The ending was Awesome can't wait to continue with books. 7-9.
Have you ever been so into the stories and characters that you cheered, cried, were frightened for, answered their questions, or had conversations with them, out loud? I swear this is one of the best series I have read for a while, in my top five! I absolutely loved it and am so thankful that it came in boxed sets to make it more affordable. I highly recommend this series! I binge read so am copying my review to each box set.
Amazing series! Enjoyed all 6 books read so far. Story, characters, and setting are very interesting and become immersed in it and don't want to put the books down. Highly recommend.
A delightful book about life in a small enclosed community with good witches using their special skills to create an environment of peace where multiple murders take place. The sheriff is part of the community maming solving the crimes a delicate search.