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Wisteria Witches #12.5
Critter Calamity
Someone is trying to ruin Christmas. Two of the town’s annual traditions have gone sideways so far. Now it’s starting to get personal for Zara Riddle, a witch who’s just trying to enjoy the season with her family.
In a small town full of supernaturals, it’s going to be tricky to figure out who or what has been causing such a calamity.
Zara has a list of suspects in mind, and the one at the top of the list happens to live under her own roof.
Can the Riddle family’s first Christmas in Wisteria be saved?
CRITTER CALAMITY is a short story, and may be read as a stand-alone. The events in the story take place at Christmas, between Wisteria Witches Mysteries books 12 and 13.
In a small town full of supernaturals, it’s going to be tricky to figure out who or what has been causing such a calamity.
Zara has a list of suspects in mind, and the one at the top of the list happens to live under her own roof.
Can the Riddle family’s first Christmas in Wisteria be saved?
CRITTER CALAMITY is a short story, and may be read as a stand-alone. The events in the story take place at Christmas, between Wisteria Witches Mysteries books 12 and 13.
82 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 12, 2021
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Angela Pepper
60 books608 followersUSA Today Bestselling author Angela Pepper lives with her family in the rainy Pacific Northwest, surrounded by spoiled kitties, deer, raccoons, and the biggest woodpeckers you've ever seen.
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August 30, 2025
An interesting dynamic between mother and daughter in this story
December 16, 2021
Christmas in Wisteria is as crazy and fun as you could imagine and even more.
There are some strange happenings in town which are disturbing the traditional town's celebrations and Zara is determined to get to the bottom of them. Which proves to be a little more challenging than she thought as there are too many critters in her life :P
But while doing it she finds herself discovering some new interesting facts about one of her coven's members and sharing some rare bonding moments with her undead mom :)
A perfect listen for this time of the year... or for whenever you are in need of a good laugh.
As always Tiffany Williams' narration is perfect ♥
There are some strange happenings in town which are disturbing the traditional town's celebrations and Zara is determined to get to the bottom of them. Which proves to be a little more challenging than she thought as there are too many critters in her life :P
But while doing it she finds herself discovering some new interesting facts about one of her coven's members and sharing some rare bonding moments with her undead mom :)
A perfect listen for this time of the year... or for whenever you are in need of a good laugh.
As always Tiffany Williams' narration is perfect ♥
April 29, 2022
this is a new series, and Angela Pepper doesn't disappoint. Critter Calamity is an in between short story about Christmas in Wisteria. Zarabella is a Witch, her Mother is a Vampire, her daughter is a fox shifter and there are animals galore in her home Marzipants a budgie, Ribbons a wyvern who likes to cause mischief, and Boa a talking cat whose only word so far is Ham Lol. This is such a cute story and well worth a read.
March 28, 2023
This was cute, funny, and a short story in the series. Z and her mom try to solve the mystery of who is trying to ruin Christmas.
July 16, 2024
Cute story and a great hook into the rest of the series. I definitely am going to look into the rest of them now. Who doesn't love wyverns? <3
October 1, 2022
CRITTER CALAMITY is the thirteenth book in the Wisteria Witches series. This is a paranormal mystery short story with magic and supernatural creatures in a quaint small town.
This is a perfect Christmas gift to those of us who are long-time readers of the Wisteria Witches series. However, it can also be a great introduction for new readers – just know that you will have spoilers before you go back and read the previous hijinks.
Of the critters that inhabit Zara’s home, my favorite has to be Boa (the cat). Now, every time I want to make lunch, I find myself imitating Tiffany William’s voice as Boa. “Haaam.”
I love the Wisteria Witches series. This story is no exception – plenty of snark, family, sweetness, funny, and a dose of mystery in a clean read. This time we get to enjoy a bit of Christmas.
Narration: Tiffany Williams is always wonderful, and she is THE voice for these beloved characters.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted audiobook copy, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: CRITTER CALAMITY
Series: Wisteria Witches #12.5
Category /Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery
Recommended for: 14+ due to vocabulary
Listenability: OK for all ears
Received from: Angela Pepper (as an Audible gifted copy)
This is a perfect Christmas gift to those of us who are long-time readers of the Wisteria Witches series. However, it can also be a great introduction for new readers – just know that you will have spoilers before you go back and read the previous hijinks.
Of the critters that inhabit Zara’s home, my favorite has to be Boa (the cat). Now, every time I want to make lunch, I find myself imitating Tiffany William’s voice as Boa. “Haaam.”
I love the Wisteria Witches series. This story is no exception – plenty of snark, family, sweetness, funny, and a dose of mystery in a clean read. This time we get to enjoy a bit of Christmas.
Narration: Tiffany Williams is always wonderful, and she is THE voice for these beloved characters.
Note: While I received this book as a gifted audiobook copy, my opinions are my own and are given freely.
Title: CRITTER CALAMITY
Series: Wisteria Witches #12.5
Category /Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery
Recommended for: 14+ due to vocabulary
Listenability: OK for all ears
Received from: Angela Pepper (as an Audible gifted copy)
December 16, 2021
Wintertime Wonder with Wyverns!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for a free review.
First of all, if you have yet had the pleasure of listening to Wisteria Witches before you can jump in with no prior knowledge. Yes, wacky supernatural hijinks filled with humor, heart and hominess about - however the mystery is self contained and you can get a feel for the characters, the setting and some of the antics you can expect in Wisteria. There are of course spoilers for the first 12 books.
Longtime readers of the Wisteria Witches series are also in for a treat. A Short story set between books 12 and the upcoming 13th volume. It helps refresh on where everyone is and what the Riddle women has been through over the course of less than a year. The mystery is cute, low stakes and at times pretty funny. Angela Pepper always crafts an enjoyable tale. I only wish there were more - but that is the nature of short stories.
Tiffany Williams is always fantastic - here she jumps from character voice to character voice and brings our tale to life.
Great jumping on point or a short treat to hold you over for book 13.
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for a free review.
First of all, if you have yet had the pleasure of listening to Wisteria Witches before you can jump in with no prior knowledge. Yes, wacky supernatural hijinks filled with humor, heart and hominess about - however the mystery is self contained and you can get a feel for the characters, the setting and some of the antics you can expect in Wisteria. There are of course spoilers for the first 12 books.
Longtime readers of the Wisteria Witches series are also in for a treat. A Short story set between books 12 and the upcoming 13th volume. It helps refresh on where everyone is and what the Riddle women has been through over the course of less than a year. The mystery is cute, low stakes and at times pretty funny. Angela Pepper always crafts an enjoyable tale. I only wish there were more - but that is the nature of short stories.
Tiffany Williams is always fantastic - here she jumps from character voice to character voice and brings our tale to life.
Great jumping on point or a short treat to hold you over for book 13.
December 21, 2021
Critter Calamity: A Wisteria Witches Mysteries Christmas Short Story (Book 12.5) was another great read by Angela Pepper. It seems as though someone is trying to ruin Christmas. Two of the town's annual traditions have gone awry. Since the small town is full of supernaturals, it's going to be hard to figure out who is trying to ruin Christmas. I enjoyed this book and can't wait to read more by the author.
January 6, 2022
Fun, Quick Magical Christmas Adventure
At under two hours this is perfect for those car trips to visit family for the Christmas and New Years Holidays. There's no murder in this but it a fun mystery of discovering a possible Christmas grinch wreaking havoc on Wysteria. This is a clean, fun, snarky read and the narrator does a fantastic job as always.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
At under two hours this is perfect for those car trips to visit family for the Christmas and New Years Holidays. There's no murder in this but it a fun mystery of discovering a possible Christmas grinch wreaking havoc on Wysteria. This is a clean, fun, snarky read and the narrator does a fantastic job as always.
—I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
May 1, 2022
A Cute Short
This short story was a cute, quick, and funny read. I love Zara and all her snarkiness and the shenanigans that comes with her, especially Ribbons. I think he is hands down one of my favorite characters, so getting the interaction between them is always awesome, and this book was no exception. If you love the little wyvern as much as I do, then you will love this little story!
This short story was a cute, quick, and funny read. I love Zara and all her snarkiness and the shenanigans that comes with her, especially Ribbons. I think he is hands down one of my favorite characters, so getting the interaction between them is always awesome, and this book was no exception. If you love the little wyvern as much as I do, then you will love this little story!
December 16, 2021
Audiobook review: Cute short Christmas mystery involving the Wisteria Witches! The story can be enjoyed on its own or in story order. The characters are likable and entertaining. The narrator did a great job with providing unique voices for each character and appropriate tone inflections for each scene. I received a free copy of this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
January 22, 2022
A Wisteria Witches Christmas
Zara tries hard to be a good witch, particularly before Christmas. If you are already a fan of Zara and her family and friends in Wisteria, you know she needs to work on her people skills, but she is making progress. There is plenty of fun for readers who enjoy a nice Christmas mystery.
Zara tries hard to be a good witch, particularly before Christmas. If you are already a fan of Zara and her family and friends in Wisteria, you know she needs to work on her people skills, but she is making progress. There is plenty of fun for readers who enjoy a nice Christmas mystery.
November 18, 2024
What a cute little Christmas story in one of my favorite fictional universes! I loved the little sleepover, and I hope to see more Zara/Zirconia bonding in the future; the realization Zara made about her interactions with her mother has so much potential. Hoping to see more Junior in the future, too!
January 21, 2022
audible:A Christmas special with the Riddles! When the town Christmas tree is lit,it is a disaster,a familiar disaster. Tiffany Williams is again,an excellent narrator. A really good read! I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
May 6, 2022
Oooh I love a good Christmas story
And this one delivers in every way. Funny, family coming together, a little mystique, more funny. Some sweet happy tear inducing scenes and happy together after.
And this one delivers in every way. Funny, family coming together, a little mystique, more funny. Some sweet happy tear inducing scenes and happy together after.
March 11, 2024
Supernatural cozy mystery
Zara and Zoey are looking forward to their first Christmas in Wisteria and they have a full house but things seem to be going wrong. There are weird things happening around town and Zara is determined to find out who is to blame.
Zara and Zoey are looking forward to their first Christmas in Wisteria and they have a full house but things seem to be going wrong. There are weird things happening around town and Zara is determined to find out who is to blame.
April 5, 2022
Is it just me or does Zara seem to have become annoying?
April 14, 2022
Always fun stories
Zara always seems to find trouble and solve mysteries in a fun goofy way! She's a really fun character in this series!
Zara always seems to find trouble and solve mysteries in a fun goofy way! She's a really fun character in this series!
May 20, 2022
Ribbins has a son!!
November 17, 2022
Cute read
Nice addition to the series! Very fun way to introduce the new character. If you like Wisteria Witches, you'll love the latest mystery.
Nice addition to the series! Very fun way to introduce the new character. If you like Wisteria Witches, you'll love the latest mystery.
November 23, 2022
Enjoyable and quick Christmas read. I listened to the audiobook and really liked the story and it’s craziness.
December 6, 2022
tooo short but leading to an interesting place
December 22, 2022
Cute short story. It was my first in the series and the wit in the story was cute and at moms LOLed
February 3, 2023
The kid did it
It's hard to be a single parent. It's Christmas in Wisteria and accidents keep happening. The eggnog explodes, the Christmas tree catches fire, and food disappears.
It's hard to be a single parent. It's Christmas in Wisteria and accidents keep happening. The eggnog explodes, the Christmas tree catches fire, and food disappears.
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July 9, 2024Loved this cute little extra! It fits into the story well and you get to have some extra information on the characters. Loved it!
January 28, 2025
This was such a cosy story!!!
May 7, 2025
I can’t say it enough this series is one of the best I have read. This one made me laugh out loud.
October 14, 2025
cute short story, its can be a stand alobe but it is an adorable boom!
March 17, 2024
Uma narrativa divertida, com personagens sobrenaturais muito humanos, uma boa discussão sobre relações familiares, amizade e respeito. Gostei.
August 11, 2024
short but sweet
I thought this story was fun and it explained a few things in book 13. I just found this short story after reading all 16 of her books.
I thought this story was fun and it explained a few things in book 13. I just found this short story after reading all 16 of her books.
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