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Paranormal Artifacts #2
The Deadly Diadem
What kind of crazy witch curses a diadem to kill people? Apparently the kind that founds small beach towns and makes iced tea and finger sandwiches for cocktail parties. Why am I not surprised? This is, after all, the south.
I admit I messed up when I dragged a sunken treasure chest to shore. I'll even take part of the blame for my obsessive-compulsive sister throwing them in an auction before I had a chance to check them for magical mojo. That doesn't mean I should have to deal with snobby socialites and the weak-kneed weenies that bow at their Prada-clad feet. Especially when said socialite is dead.
Actually, it does. Because I come from a long line of powerful witches and warlocks tasked with keeping magical artifacts out of non-magical hands. Our family reputation is sterling, but just like all fine silver and old families, there's a little tarnish here and there. It's what makes us good at what we do.
Now I'm going to have to trot out every trick I know when a local woman keels over dead at her own bridal party. Not only do I have to figure out what killed her, I have to recover it before it finds another victim, then cover it up to keep magic hidden. Together with my best friend, a powerful warlock who's personality tempers my own, and an ancient catalog that's been in my family for generations, we'll find the next artifact and take one more step toward cleaning up my mess.
I admit I messed up when I dragged a sunken treasure chest to shore. I'll even take part of the blame for my obsessive-compulsive sister throwing them in an auction before I had a chance to check them for magical mojo. That doesn't mean I should have to deal with snobby socialites and the weak-kneed weenies that bow at their Prada-clad feet. Especially when said socialite is dead.
Actually, it does. Because I come from a long line of powerful witches and warlocks tasked with keeping magical artifacts out of non-magical hands. Our family reputation is sterling, but just like all fine silver and old families, there's a little tarnish here and there. It's what makes us good at what we do.
Now I'm going to have to trot out every trick I know when a local woman keels over dead at her own bridal party. Not only do I have to figure out what killed her, I have to recover it before it finds another victim, then cover it up to keep magic hidden. Together with my best friend, a powerful warlock who's personality tempers my own, and an ancient catalog that's been in my family for generations, we'll find the next artifact and take one more step toward cleaning up my mess.
109 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 30, 2021
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About the author
Tegan Maher
98 books342 followersI was born and raised in the South and even hung my motorcycle helmet in Colorado for a few months. I've always had a touch of wanderlust and have never feared just packing up and going on new adventures, whether in real life or via the pages of a great book.
When I was a little girl, I didn't want to grow up to be a writer—I wanted to raise unicorns and be a superhero. When those gigs fell through, I chose the next best thing: creating my own magical lands filled with adventure, magic, humor, and romance.
I live in Florida with my two dogs and when I'm not writing or reading, I'm racing motorcycles with my taller, more handsome half, hanging out at the beach, or binge-watching anything magical on Netflix.
I'm eternally grateful for all the people who help make my life what is today - friends, readers, family. No woman is an island.
To become a part of my readers group and learn about my new releases, giveaways, and other exciting news, check out my website at www.teganmaher.com.
When I was a little girl, I didn't want to grow up to be a writer—I wanted to raise unicorns and be a superhero. When those gigs fell through, I chose the next best thing: creating my own magical lands filled with adventure, magic, humor, and romance.
I live in Florida with my two dogs and when I'm not writing or reading, I'm racing motorcycles with my taller, more handsome half, hanging out at the beach, or binge-watching anything magical on Netflix.
I'm eternally grateful for all the people who help make my life what is today - friends, readers, family. No woman is an island.
To become a part of my readers group and learn about my new releases, giveaways, and other exciting news, check out my website at www.teganmaher.com.
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March 31, 2021
The Deadly Diadem is Book 2 in the Paranormal Artifacts Series by Tegan Maher.
I loved this book so much. I love the characters Sage, Eli, Hunter and the enigma Luther.
When a bride to be dies and turns green Sage is investigating a deadly artifact.
The characters are well written and the story was such a breath of fresh air.
The story and mystery is dynamic and well thought out.
I can't wait for the next book in this series.
I loved this book so much. I love the characters Sage, Eli, Hunter and the enigma Luther.
When a bride to be dies and turns green Sage is investigating a deadly artifact.
The characters are well written and the story was such a breath of fresh air.
The story and mystery is dynamic and well thought out.
I can't wait for the next book in this series.
April 4, 2021
Highly entertaining supernatural cozy mystery series
This is a highly entertaining supernatural cozy mystery series. And outstanding cast of characters and a fun and entertaining storyline. A family that owns a highbrow antique gallery it’s actually a family of witches. Well they are truthfully a highbrow antiques gallery. They also happen to be in the business of finding antique artifacts that are cursed and out in the public. The mother the father and all the kids are well trained and schooled in different aspects of history which they use in their antique business. As well as in their connections in the world of antiques and magical artifacts. They track down and cleans cursed objects to keep them away from humans and magical people that are out to cause issues in the magical world. An eclectic bunch of characters that will entertain you and make you laugh while solving the mystery‘s and tracking down the artifact. These are shorter quick reads that you can read just about anywhere when you just have something going on and a short amount of time in between. Very entertaining and well worth reading. Check it out. Also check out the rest of the authors other books and series. You will not be disappointed.
This is a highly entertaining supernatural cozy mystery series. And outstanding cast of characters and a fun and entertaining storyline. A family that owns a highbrow antique gallery it’s actually a family of witches. Well they are truthfully a highbrow antiques gallery. They also happen to be in the business of finding antique artifacts that are cursed and out in the public. The mother the father and all the kids are well trained and schooled in different aspects of history which they use in their antique business. As well as in their connections in the world of antiques and magical artifacts. They track down and cleans cursed objects to keep them away from humans and magical people that are out to cause issues in the magical world. An eclectic bunch of characters that will entertain you and make you laugh while solving the mystery‘s and tracking down the artifact. These are shorter quick reads that you can read just about anywhere when you just have something going on and a short amount of time in between. Very entertaining and well worth reading. Check it out. Also check out the rest of the authors other books and series. You will not be disappointed.
April 3, 2021
Sage and Eli are still on the hunt for the cursed artifacts that accidently got sold at an auction before Sage had a change to clean them and make sure there was nothing wrong with them before someone was able to buy one, knowing they were safe. Sage gets a call from the Sheriff telling her that a socialite has died at her own bridal while party of strange causes and the Sheriff wonders if it had anything to do with one of the articles Sage is looking for. Sage has her hands full in this book between her ex, the Sheriff and Luther, a magical person who works with an elderly witch that has caught Sage's interest, but knows little about. Sage and Eli have a few mysteries to solve this time around and I thought it was a wonderful book. This series has me hook, line and sinker (pun intended)already and I am looking forward to the next book already.
June 24, 2021
Short but sweet
If you read the first book in the series. The Haunted Pendant. You will be familiar with the characters, if not. Sage and her best friend Eli.discovered a sunken chest diving off the coast of their hometown in Florida. Turned out the chest was full.of cursed items, which ,by mistake Sage's sister then sold in he family antiques store. Now Sage is responsible for tracking down the cursed items and retrieving them, preferably before someone dies. This book sees a young woman drop.dead at a bridal.shower wearing a Diadem, one.of.The cursed items. But before Save can retrieve it , it turns up.missing and no one has any idea where it went or who is took it.
If you read the first book in the series. The Haunted Pendant. You will be familiar with the characters, if not. Sage and her best friend Eli.discovered a sunken chest diving off the coast of their hometown in Florida. Turned out the chest was full.of cursed items, which ,by mistake Sage's sister then sold in he family antiques store. Now Sage is responsible for tracking down the cursed items and retrieving them, preferably before someone dies. This book sees a young woman drop.dead at a bridal.shower wearing a Diadem, one.of.The cursed items. But before Save can retrieve it , it turns up.missing and no one has any idea where it went or who is took it.
April 3, 2021
A good read but with a LOT of grammer errors
This was another great book in the series. I love the characters and watching relationships change with the passing of time. It had a good story lined that worked and flowed well throughout the book. However, this book has so many errors that should have been caught while proofreading but somehow they slipped thru. To me, this is a HUGE nuisance when reading a book and it has put me off authors in the past. So for now, yes I'm weighing the weight of all those errors more than I am on the actual content of the book. Sorry...
This was another great book in the series. I love the characters and watching relationships change with the passing of time. It had a good story lined that worked and flowed well throughout the book. However, this book has so many errors that should have been caught while proofreading but somehow they slipped thru. To me, this is a HUGE nuisance when reading a book and it has put me off authors in the past. So for now, yes I'm weighing the weight of all those errors more than I am on the actual content of the book. Sorry...
March 31, 2021
Deadly Fun
Tegan Maher hits another home run with The Deadly Diadem. The hunt continues for the cursed artifacts. This time up, it’s a cursed diadem, that teaches the wearer about greed. In addition, we learn a little more about Luther, but he’s not one to readily share information. This book is pure magical fun! Miss this one and you’ll miss the boat. Oh yeah, will Sage choose James or Luther? 🤔
Tegan Maher hits another home run with The Deadly Diadem. The hunt continues for the cursed artifacts. This time up, it’s a cursed diadem, that teaches the wearer about greed. In addition, we learn a little more about Luther, but he’s not one to readily share information. This book is pure magical fun! Miss this one and you’ll miss the boat. Oh yeah, will Sage choose James or Luther? 🤔
April 7, 2021
This series is so fun and entertaining! The author has created a likeable cast of characters with plenty of mystery in the storyline. With a trunk full of cursed objects accidentally out loose in the town, I am looking forward to many future adventures in this series as Sage and her family and friends track them down.
September 3, 2021
I love this series. In this one, Sage is surprised by a phone call from her ex, James. He's the local sheriff and asks for her help on a special case. This isn't an ordinary human death. Sage's expertise is needed for this one. It's a fun, paranormal cozy and I'm really looking forward to the next book in the series .
October 8, 2021
Cursed Diadem
Sage and Eli called to scene of a death this time. Only a few pieces have been returned most are still out there. James is in the picture more with the cursed items. He still loves Sage but confused about her being a witch. Good story interesting characters and situations.
Sage and Eli called to scene of a death this time. Only a few pieces have been returned most are still out there. James is in the picture more with the cursed items. He still loves Sage but confused about her being a witch. Good story interesting characters and situations.
December 29, 2022
Great
I enjoyed this book as much as the previous book. Still trying to age Sage beyond 17-18 in my head but doing better. Don't know why my brain wants to insist she's young. Probably reminds me just enough of Shelby in the author's other series.
Looking forward to continuing the series.
I enjoyed this book as much as the previous book. Still trying to age Sage beyond 17-18 in my head but doing better. Don't know why my brain wants to insist she's young. Probably reminds me just enough of Shelby in the author's other series.
Looking forward to continuing the series.
March 31, 2021
Fun series
Witches looking for cursed artifacts, with a human sheriff in on the.secret. The plot and subplots move quickly and the conversations flow naturally. I can't wait for the next book!
Witches looking for cursed artifacts, with a human sheriff in on the.secret. The plot and subplots move quickly and the conversations flow naturally. I can't wait for the next book!
April 11, 2021
Fun times
This series is such fun. Trying to keep the magical world from the mundane world is very trying and sometimes they collide. James seems to be handling the knowledge better and I hope they can work things out. Waiting for the next one.
This series is such fun. Trying to keep the magical world from the mundane world is very trying and sometimes they collide. James seems to be handling the knowledge better and I hope they can work things out. Waiting for the next one.
April 16, 2021
Good book
Can't figure out what Luther is. All these haunted items floating around causing mayhem. Not sure how they will find them all. I love Tegan Maher's writing. Can't go wrong with this series.
Can't figure out what Luther is. All these haunted items floating around causing mayhem. Not sure how they will find them all. I love Tegan Maher's writing. Can't go wrong with this series.
May 5, 2021
Exceptional, fun, and relaxing read
I love these books. The character build up is amazing. They are quick reads that leave you waiting for the next book. So cuddle up and get ready to laugh.
I love these books. The character build up is amazing. They are quick reads that leave you waiting for the next book. So cuddle up and get ready to laugh.
January 9, 2022
Fun!
I really like the relationships between all the characters and the humor they share. There’s a bit of romance, which keeps everything interesting…..more romance would be good too
I really like the relationships between all the characters and the humor they share. There’s a bit of romance, which keeps everything interesting…..more romance would be good too
June 17, 2023
lLight entertainment
Very light, but fun. Likable characters, charming setting, interesting challenges = a fun, relaxing read. I’m looking for the next in the series, as this ended in medias res.
Very light, but fun. Likable characters, charming setting, interesting challenges = a fun, relaxing read. I’m looking for the next in the series, as this ended in medias res.
October 5, 2023
Sage and Eli have some interesting adventures and narrow escapes as they look for the rest of the cursed artifacts. More development on the relationships too, especially Sage vs. James and Luther. A fun series.
April 4, 2021
Paranormal Artifacts Mystery #2
Definitely a neat storyline egret characters. This is a really good series and I look forward to the next in the series.
Definitely a neat storyline egret characters. This is a really good series and I look forward to the next in the series.
April 7, 2021
Enjoyed
I am really excited about this new series of yours the characters and your story line are fun to read.
I am really excited about this new series of yours the characters and your story line are fun to read.
April 10, 2021
Great series
This is a great series by Tegan Maher. I love the characters. Luther is especially interesting as to what he actually is. And I love Sage and Eli.
This is a great series by Tegan Maher. I love the characters. Luther is especially interesting as to what he actually is. And I love Sage and Eli.
April 15, 2021
Unfortunately, this was missing all of the things I liked best about the first book in the series.
June 21, 2021
A light cozy mystery. Cute.
November 29, 2021
fun reading.
Love the story line after the first book. Grabbed all in series to read. Light easy read on a cool winter night.
Love the story line after the first book. Grabbed all in series to read. Light easy read on a cool winter night.
October 1, 2023
I enjoyed this book and I get to like the characters, I’m looking forward to the next book that’s already on my kindle.
July 9, 2024
More with Sage and the gang. Loving this series.
June 29, 2025
I enjoyed this story, which is the 2nd book in the series. She is continuing to develop the cast of characters as the books continue, and the characters come alive in her stories. This is an engaging story and so far an engaging series. I look forward to reading the other books in this series.
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