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linzthebookworm's review
4.0
I enjoyed Magic and Murder a lot, but I feel like it was the same formula that the Spellbound series used. There are different characters and situations, obviously, but the foundation is very much the same. A single woman in her 20s finds herself in a paranormal town when she didn't even know there was such a thing. References Harry Potter seems to make a mess of things and gets involved with a murder.
Don't get me wrong, I still enjoyed it quite a bit, but if you've read both the Spellbound series and this it's going to feel very familiar.
For my full review checkout https://linzthebookworm.blogspot.com/2019/07/book-review-magic-murder-by-annabel-chase.html
Don't get me wrong, I still enjoyed it quite a bit, but if you've read both the Spellbound series and this it's going to feel very familiar.
For my full review checkout https://linzthebookworm.blogspot.com/2019/07/book-review-magic-murder-by-annabel-chase.html
slferg's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sandyfleener's review
4.0
A cute cozy
This was a cute fast fun read. I enjoyed meeting Marley and the rest of the extended family. I will definitely be reading more.
This was a cute fast fun read. I enjoyed meeting Marley and the rest of the extended family. I will definitely be reading more.
witchylevy's review
5.0
Absolutely hilarious
The main character is quirky, has no filter, constantly puts her foot in her mouth, and even with all of these brow raising characteristics - she is funny and loving. Her whole existence revolves around her daughter. I loved it. Quite a bit had me in tears from laughing so hard. It's not everyday someone compares being a werewolf to a woman's monthly.
The main character is quirky, has no filter, constantly puts her foot in her mouth, and even with all of these brow raising characteristics - she is funny and loving. Her whole existence revolves around her daughter. I loved it. Quite a bit had me in tears from laughing so hard. It's not everyday someone compares being a werewolf to a woman's monthly.
ameserole's review
3.0
Magic & Murder was a pretty fun and quick book to devour. In it, you will meet Ember and her daughter Marley. Now these two were freaking adorable and I absolutely loved them. Maybe Marley a bit more but they were both very likable. Also they are dog people! I love dogs.. even if I think I might accidently kick a Yorkie like a football.
As for the actual mystery? Well, it was all kinds of easy to figure out and very predictable in my eyes. Then again, it is a cozy mystery book and I feel like I don't have to use much brain power to solve anything. It was still very enjoyable to see how things were going to play out though.
In the end, I'll definitely have to jump into the next book if it's on KU. Just because they seem so fun and kind of spooky for October.
As for the actual mystery? Well, it was all kinds of easy to figure out and very predictable in my eyes. Then again, it is a cozy mystery book and I feel like I don't have to use much brain power to solve anything. It was still very enjoyable to see how things were going to play out though.
In the end, I'll definitely have to jump into the next book if it's on KU. Just because they seem so fun and kind of spooky for October.
stephanieviolet's review
2.0
I'm actively trying to read this.
In the first chapter two things happen that are entirely unbelievable in the real world & clearly show Annabel Chase doesn't know how gas tanks or vehicle tires work. (You cannot blow up a gas tank by putting a lit lighter in it. That's a movie thing. It's not a real like thing - there is no oxygen in the tank to cause anything more than vapours to burn up, leaving nothing for the fire to catch on. And second, taking the valve off a tire does not make the tire immediately lose air - it will slowly lose air over time.)
Let alone the fact that this repo lady who "seems" to know her job didn't just drive away when the guy moved from the front of the truck, instead she let him open the gas tank? Huh??? Just drive!
On top of it she's also judged another parent harshly, saying her kid is better cuz her 10 y/o washes her hands. Also how she's not like other girls because she listens to Led Zeppelin and not Taylor Swift. I'm still on the first chapter btw.
UPDATE: I got another 7 chapters in and DNFd it. Not worth the poor writing.
In the first chapter two things happen that are entirely unbelievable in the real world & clearly show Annabel Chase doesn't know how gas tanks or vehicle tires work. (You cannot blow up a gas tank by putting a lit lighter in it. That's a movie thing. It's not a real like thing - there is no oxygen in the tank to cause anything more than vapours to burn up, leaving nothing for the fire to catch on. And second, taking the valve off a tire does not make the tire immediately lose air - it will slowly lose air over time.)
Let alone the fact that this repo lady who "seems" to know her job didn't just drive away when the guy moved from the front of the truck, instead she let him open the gas tank? Huh??? Just drive!
On top of it she's also judged another parent harshly, saying her kid is better cuz her 10 y/o washes her hands. Also how she's not like other girls because she listens to Led Zeppelin and not Taylor Swift. I'm still on the first chapter btw.
UPDATE: I got another 7 chapters in and DNFd it. Not worth the poor writing.
mrose21's review
4.0
Quick Info
Standalone/Cliffhanger?: Standalone
Part of a Series?:
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Meeting the Characters
Ember Rose
Marley
Alec Hale
Granger Nash
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What happens?
Ember and Marley are whisked away to their new paranormal home of Starry Hollow. They have been unknowingly in hiding from their family since Ember was born. During their first night in town Ember discovers the body of the local Coven's Maiden.
Since she is first to find the body and new in town the Sheriff Granger Nash decides she is a suspect. Ember is given a job as a reporter for her family's newspaper even though she has no experience or desire to be a reporter she finds she has a natural talent for discovering secrets.
Final thoughts
This was a pleasant first book in the series. I'm really looking forward to reading more of this series.
Its quirky and it has a dog! I'm also very very curious to see who is the love interest. I'm voting werewolf!
Would I read again?: Yes
Would I read this author again?: Yes
Standalone/Cliffhanger?: Standalone
Part of a Series?:
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Meeting the Characters
Ember Rose
Marley
Alec Hale
Granger Nash
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What happens?
Ember and Marley are whisked away to their new paranormal home of Starry Hollow. They have been unknowingly in hiding from their family since Ember was born. During their first night in town Ember discovers the body of the local Coven's Maiden.
Since she is first to find the body and new in town the Sheriff Granger Nash decides she is a suspect. Ember is given a job as a reporter for her family's newspaper even though she has no experience or desire to be a reporter she finds she has a natural talent for discovering secrets.
Final thoughts
This was a pleasant first book in the series. I'm really looking forward to reading more of this series.
Its quirky and it has a dog! I'm also very very curious to see who is the love interest. I'm voting werewolf!
Would I read again?: Yes
Would I read this author again?: Yes
andimontgomery's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I wasn’t a huge fan of Ember, but I loved her precocious daughter, Marley. The town was full of fun and interesting characters, too. I’ll continue this series.