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A winter solstice festival, a dangerous high-wire act, and a premeditated murder.

Tabby is excited for the winter solstice festival, where she plans to gently introduce her little sister to the magic of Crystal Cove. But when the local witches act evasive rather than friendly, and when one of them falls to her death from a high-wire act that appears to have been rigged, Tabby has no choice but to give her sister a crash course in magic-led sleuthing.

All clues lead to a surprising suspect, but when it appears this death could be connected to a long-ago tragedy, Tabby may be too emotionally involved to see past the shroud of illusions.

Will she be able to harness her gifting and catch the killer?

Order Slippery Saturday now to find out!

499 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 28, 2022

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Denise Jaden

74 books490 followers
Bestselling author Denise Jaden loves cozy socks, cozy cats, and cozy mysteries. She’s the author of several young adult novels, nonfiction books for writers, and cozy mysteries that will make you laugh out loud while dangling at the edge of your seat.

Prior to becoming an author, Denise worked at everything from mushroom farming to acting and Polynesian dancing. Now she does most of her writing in a holding tent in the background of one of the many film sets in and around Vancouver. Sign up for updates, exclusive bonuses, and find out more about Denise, her books, and her crazy cat at DeniseJaden.com

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4,497 reviews24 followers
December 18, 2022
Entertaining series, the characters and storyline are well written and I can't wait for more from this author. I received this book as a Free copy to read and I voluntarily leave this review.
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2,055 reviews12 followers
December 17, 2022
Really enjoying this series. Tabitha has another murder to help solve with detective Jay. But this time her sister Pepper is visiting and also lends a hand. Good read.
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1,115 reviews
December 28, 2022
This series really takes off with the arrival of Tabby’s sister, Pepper, and her exposure to the magic. Fortunately for Tabby, her mom clued her sister in ahead of time so she doesn’t have to hide anything - or does she? Pepper doesn’t seem in any rush to head back to medical school and Tabby is starting to wonder what’s going on. The mystery of the blue crystal deepens with Pepper’s arrival as well. Great current mystery along with the mystery surrounding Aunt Lizzie’s death. And another great epilogue to answer any questions you may have at the end of the story. This series just gets better and better and can’t wait to see how it plays out next.
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20.8k reviews366 followers
December 31, 2022
An Excellent Mystery . . .

The Heirloom Café was super busy as Tabby Chase prepared the unique coffee drinks. Her sister Pepper was coming to Crystal Cove for a visit, and Tabby was excited to see her again. As they hugged, she overheard Marigold Weathers telling someone she found another death threat on my car, telling the other witches to keep an eye out tonight at the winter solstice festival. Before Tabby could ask questions, the entire group went out the door.

When Tabby and Pepper arrive at the festival, the local witches are acting unfriendly instead of welcoming. When one of them, Donna Davine, falls to her death from a high-wire act, it may not be an accident as was initially assumed. This was a deliberate murder. As Tabby and Pepper, along with Sherlock the cat, assist Detective Jay in the investigation, another surprise awaits them when Jay points out that this death may be the same thing that happened to their Aunt Lizzie a year ago when she had been attempting a similar stunt to Donna’s and fell! Will they find the killer this time?

This was an enjoyable story, well-written with a variety of characters to keep the reader guessing. Grab your copy and find out if they have a serial killer on their hands, or if there is another reason for what is going on.
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105 reviews1 follower
June 30, 2023
More tension is brewing between the church and the coven. The witches in the coven are bickering amongst themselves. Tabby’s sister Pepper comes to town, and another witch is murdered. Crystal Cove is quite the center of activity.

The murder is the main focus of this book as with all the Tabby Chase books. However, there are many stories intertwined, which is how most books are. Crystal Cove has a lot going on. Some good. Some bad. The best side story, however, is the connection between Tabby and her sister Pepper. Sometimes opposites aren’t as different as we think. I’m excited to see how this relationship grows and what choices Pepper makes, in particular.

With the murder of a witch, there are almost too many suspects to count. There are so many, Tabby has a full spreadsheet. So many secrets are being hidden. Truths are uncovered, and emotions become more difficult to keep in check. There were parts of this one that gave me the feels. I couldn’t help it. Then, as I continued on, the interest in the stories and connections between the murder and the suspects pulls me out and keeps me wanting to know what happens next. So much fun!

I know I am repeating myself, but Moms, go get these books to share with your teenage daughters. Make it a new tradition just for you and your daughters. Such fun memories! 💖
1,315 reviews24 followers
December 20, 2022
I loved this book! It was great to see Tabby and her sister Pepper interact and that she embraced the idea of magical feelings as well. Sounds like she might stay there for a little while so I look forward to the next book involving both sisters once again!

Another witch dies in this book as it opens and after Tabby’s detective friend sees some similarities between this witches death and Tabby and Pepper’s Aunt Lizzie her case is reopened. New information is discovered and a couple of suspects are looked into.
Did one of them do the deed or was it someone else entirely?

This whodunnit will keep you guessing to the end and the answer just may surprise you! The plot is well thought out and the characters are wonderful! Of course I’ve read the other books in this series so I can readily recommend you get the whole series and discover new book friends you’ll want to revisit again and again!

This is a great cozy mystery to settle down with on these cold winter nights where you can let your imagination run free as you read this story and enjoy your friend’s experiences in solving this murder and perhaps another as well!


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2,621 reviews25 followers
January 1, 2023
Another fun cozy mystery with a great main character in Tabitha! Tabitha is excited that her sister, Pepper, is taking a break from her medical school studies to visit Tabby. And what a time for Pepper to visit since Tabby is excited to show her the Winter Solstice Festival. Pepper knows about Tabby's magic ability and wants to learn more and see if she has any magic feelings too. And of course we have Sherlock, Tabby's familiar. We are treated in this book to the strange murder of Donna, unanswered questions about Aunt Lizzie, Pepper helping Tabby investigate, witches afraid to say anything to Tabby since she helps the police, especially her boyfriend, Jay, who just happens to be a Detective. Add to that and we have the strange behavior of someone taking measurements outside of Olivia's cafe, the behavior of the mayor and blackmail. And what about the blue crystal? So many threads to tie together to come to a terrific ending. I can't wait to see if Pepper stays around for a while, she make a great second to Tabby! I really like this series and can't wait for more! I received and ARC of this book but the opinions expressed here are strictly my own.
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1,590 reviews15 followers
December 31, 2022
Mysteries solved

Tabby is very excited for the solstice not only for the festival but because her sister Pepper is coming to visit! As she is trying to show off her new home town some shady things are happening. The witches are acting odd and the head witch Marigold claims to be getting death threats, Frank the marina manager is in a big to do with a strange man, and there’s someone hanging about the cafe taking measurements. Top all this off with exorbitant prices and a horrible event at the festival and Pepper’s visit is not going exactly to plan. It’s not just a tragic accident it’s murder. Now Tabby has to juggle a visiting sister, possibly with a crystal that gives her magical abilities, a murder investigation and figure out who is trying to frame her friend for sending death threats. A start of a chain of events that leads to questions and answers to many issues that have plagued the town. Saturday turned out to be a very good day after all.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
82 reviews3 followers
December 21, 2022
I was given an advanced reviewer copy and these are my comments.
What a fun read! Another amazing story in the Tabitha Chase series!
This time around Tabby is awaiting the arrival of her younger sister Pepper. Tabby plans on telling her sister that magic is real.
Pepper is taking a break from college and coming for the Winter Solstice Festival. All kinds of fun are expected. But what isn't expected is the death of one of the local witches.
As the investigation proceeds clues bring forth connections to a prior death. And of course Tabby, Pepper, and Sherlock are doing their best to assist Jay as he follows the clues.
I won't give away any spoilers but needless to say some very important things are learned in this investigation that have great meaning to Tabby.
This is a really great series and I look forward to more stories. This is a stand-alone story with no cliff-hanger.
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1,929 reviews9 followers
August 5, 2023
Slippery Saturday is book #4 in the Tabitha Chase Days of the Week Mysteries series by Denise Jaden.

Tabby’s sister, Pepper, is coming for a visit. They go to the winter solstice festival where an event goes wrong. Tabby needs to help investigate but can she keep her magical abilities a secret?

This was so good! I really like the relationship between Tabby and Pepper. I liked learning more about Aunt Lizzie whose death led to this series. There were definitely shocking surprises in this story. Jay was so sweet when having to discuss difficult news. And of course Sherlock is the star! There are a couple of recipes at the end that I will be trying.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
6,039 reviews46 followers
December 27, 2022
the Queen Witch is crazy busy with preparations for the solstice

Tabby is mostly excited that her sister Pepper is coming for the holidays- and feeling a little overwhelmed by her med student sister, and uncertain how her sister might react to the magic of the town

more tragedies strike the witches and someone seems to be trying to stir up trouble between the witches

is the about a struggle to hold onto power st the top?

or is something else in play?

intense drama and action.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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2,053 reviews12 followers
December 29, 2022
I really enjoy this series. What an introduction Tabby’s sister, Pepper, gets to Crystal Cove! All the characters are well depicted and really make you a part of the town. Some especially surprising things occur in this story. I really can’t wait to see what happens next.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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4,068 reviews35 followers
December 29, 2022
Slippery Saturday is the fourth book in the Tabitha Chase Days of the Week Mystery series. This book continues the story of Aunt Lizzie's death as well as adds a new mystery to be solved. I really liked seeing Tabby and Pepper together.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
1,401 reviews5 followers
December 31, 2022
Another wonderful book by author Denise Jaden.
Tabby's sister Pepper pays a visit to Crystal Cove in this one.
I love reading this authors books and I highly recommend reading any or all of them. Loved reading this one...

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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5,273 reviews18 followers
January 2, 2023
this was a really enjoyed this entry in the Tabitha Chase Days of the Week Mysteries series, it had a great concept and worked with the previous three books. It was a great mystery and I enjoyed trying to figure this out. The characters were what I was expecting.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
159 reviews2 followers
December 22, 2022
Love these magical books. Piper joins Tabby for a break in a beautiful ocean setting. Does she have any personal magic? Who killed the witch? Is Tabby’s boss in danger? Can they solve the mystery without getting killed? Are Tabby and Ray ever getting a break? So many questions!
1,147 reviews13 followers
January 1, 2023
This mystery was really engaging. Tabby is so relatable and so is her sister pepper. This story was exciting and fun to read. I really think I'm addicted to this light hearted and sweet cozy series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,643 reviews22 followers
December 29, 2022
Loved this book. Just enjoyed all the characters. Ms. Jaden makes you laugh and grabs you from the first page.
I hope there’s more in this series.
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281 reviews1 follower
January 1, 2023
Mystery solved!

I love that we finally find out what really happened to Aunt Lizzie. Sherlock and Tabby are on the case. I hope there are more!
441 reviews6 followers
January 4, 2023
Fun to meet Tabby's sister Pepper and head out on a new adventure.
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565 reviews3 followers
September 22, 2024
Les problèmes de traduction s’améliorent grandement et, c’est c’est un avantage pour la série.
Pepper, la sœur de Tabitha, la rejoint pour résoudre un nouveau meurtre et essayer de comprendre leur magie.
On en apprend davantage sur la ville et ses relations avec les sorcières.
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