That Magic Moment

by Maureen L. Bonatch

Can love cross the boundaries mortals have erected to reject all that cannot be explained?

As the last witch in the Turner line, Celeste doesn’t know if she’s finally found true love or if her grandma cast a love spell to continue the Turner line. Dane Johns is a man not easily forgotten, but that’s exactly what Celeste plans to do. Because he has one big flaw. He’s a mortal.

Dane Johns doesn’t know it but he’s under a spell, and Celeste Turner is the cure. Mysteriously healing his injury while captivating his heart, Dane is enchanted. Although once he discovers Celeste’s secret he must decide if he’s charmed enough to not only accept love into his life, but the world of magic.

30 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

In most of my writing I like to look for the extraordinary in the ordinary, maybe even a little magic. Then I add a dash of humor, because life shouldn’t be so serious ( Although I do enjoy throwing in the horrific, or heavily sarcastic, villian now and again, because that’s just fun).
I live in Pennsylvania with the love of my life, and wildly imaginative twin daughters.

Reviews

[Brian Sandor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not quite my cup of tea, but a nicely vivid style made it a pleasant read.

[Lexie · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was definitely a magic moment love story. Celeste and Dane meet by happenstance in the ER and from their love blossoms quickly. There's a sideline about a 'black witch' who put some sort of spell on Dane (we're not told what kind), but that seems to be more of a plot convince then a plot point.

While I enjoyed Celeste and Dane's chemistry, and certainly found the grandmother to be an impish sort of lady, there was quite a bit of repetition in the story. Especially about Celeste's distrust of mortals (men especially) and her belief she wouldn't fall in love again. It’s mentioned at least once a page.

The story was a little too fast and relied too heavily on the suspension of disbelief for me to feel connected to it. I would have liked to read more about the black witch Martha, or about the curse she put on Dane or even just seen more of the courtship between Celeste and Dane. In the end it was a quick read, but not a wholly satisfying one.

[Sophia Kimble · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story pulled me in immediately, and I fell in love with the characters from the start. Maureen Bonatch has done it with this short story. I loved the interaction between the hero and heroine so much that I hope the author will consider writing a full length novel with these characters. I look forward to reading more from this author.

If you only have time for a few chapters, and want to read a whole story...this is the one to get.

[M.J. Schiller · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a cute story, the perfect length for a rainy afternoon, or even a sunny afternoon when you need a break. I love the whole premise of a witch getting involved with a mortal and the natural conflict that arises when trying to keep your witchcraft a secret. I also enjoyed the grandma character, who was a hoot!