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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
This is #8 in a series that I used to read a few years back. At the time I liked them but this one was a little difficult to get through. Either because I have outgrown them, the magic element isn't enough for me, there are too many characters to keep up with or all of the above. I'm a fan of cozy mysteries but this one was just okay at best.
Another great addition to the series. There were a few twists that keeps you on your toes. Can't wait for the next addition.
Darcy has been hired to help out with a local charity race but ends up investigating when the director/organizer of the event goes missing and is later found dead. Among trying to untangle what happened to her client she deals with trouble in her own family and acts as a smoke screen for some of her friends shenanigans. It's a race to untangle all the mysteries and keep her home life from becoming a disaster.
Darcy has been hired to help out with a local charity race but ends up investigating when the director/organizer of the event goes missing and is later found dead. Among trying to untangle what happened to her client she deals with trouble in her own family and acts as a smoke screen for some of her friends shenanigans. It's a race to untangle all the mysteries and keep her home life from becoming a disaster.
I think I actually squealed with delight when I first saw To Catch a Witch. I'm a massive fan of the Wishcraft Mystery series (it's the best cozy series out there) and I was ecstatic to find out there was a new one coming out!
Even though it's been a couple of years since the previous book was released, I was able to slide right into the story, as if no time at all had passed. It felt like coming home. It was such a great feeling and it was so wonderful visiting the Enchanted Village again and catching up with all the quirky residents.
The mystery was excellent and kept me guessing until the end. This might sound weird, but I love it when I can't solve the mystery beforehand. In To Catch a Witch, there were many viable suspects and when I'd think I had it all figured out, something new would come up that had me questioning everything. I thought I'd solved it, but nope, not even close.
To Catch a Witch is an awesome addition to the series. It's a mystery full of heart and magic. I was sad to reach the end, but am so excited for what's to come! I highly, highly recommend this book to anyone who loves cozy mysteries.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.
Even though it's been a couple of years since the previous book was released, I was able to slide right into the story, as if no time at all had passed. It felt like coming home. It was such a great feeling and it was so wonderful visiting the Enchanted Village again and catching up with all the quirky residents.
The mystery was excellent and kept me guessing until the end. This might sound weird, but I love it when I can't solve the mystery beforehand. In To Catch a Witch, there were many viable suspects and when I'd think I had it all figured out, something new would come up that had me questioning everything. I thought I'd solved it, but nope, not even close.
To Catch a Witch is an awesome addition to the series. It's a mystery full of heart and magic. I was sad to reach the end, but am so excited for what's to come! I highly, highly recommend this book to anyone who loves cozy mysteries.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.
writing is a 4, audiobook reading 5, storyline well one is a 2 one is a 4.
kind of spoiler.
ok , when ones daughter is in danger you tell them there is never a reason, law or rule that stops you, ever! You can't be a good guy and NOT TELL THEM.
kind of spoiler.
ok , when ones daughter is in danger you tell them there is never a reason, law or rule that stops you, ever! You can't be a good guy and NOT TELL THEM.
If I ever left Alaska, I would seriously want to live in the Enchanted Village. I would move there in a heartbeat, in spite of all of the craziness that goes on. After all, it's part of the character, right? ;)
After bingeing the previous seven books on audio in just a few weeks, I was utterly heartbroken to realize that I had to wait FOUR WHOLE MONTHS to be able to find out what happened next in the series. Seriously - I was miserable for a few days. (Yes, I'm a dork, but a dork who loves to read. Sue me.)
If my anguished scream after finishing the book (in just a few days - a record for me) was any indication of how good it was, then I needn't write any more. My husband and daughter looked at me and I cried, "The next book isn't likely going to come out until NEXT YEAR!! AUGH!" That got an eyeroll from my daughter (who has no room to talk, really - she loves the characters as much as I do) and a chuckle from my husband.
The book, as usual, had me laughing and tearing up and staying up WAY too late reading when I should have been sleeping. It's a rare book these days that can get me to do that. I love my sleep. I loved getting back to the lives of Darcy, Harper, Evan, Starla, Mimi, and Nick, along with the other residents of the Enchanted Village. You really felt for the people and wanted to strangle some of the others. (Oh my gosh, Dorothy - I can't even with her!) Still, it was a fantastically fun book that had me turning the pages as quickly as I could. I also got quite hungry anytime Darcy visited Evan in his bakery. I'd be right there with Darcy, inhaling all of the Devil's food cake. All of it.
If you want a fun series (audio and physical - get them both, seriously) I definitely recommend this one! The characters come to life and make you want to be right there with them to offer a hug, a smack upside the head, or a cup of coffee. I can't wait until the next one. I want to see what happens! ACK!
After bingeing the previous seven books on audio in just a few weeks, I was utterly heartbroken to realize that I had to wait FOUR WHOLE MONTHS to be able to find out what happened next in the series. Seriously - I was miserable for a few days. (Yes, I'm a dork, but a dork who loves to read. Sue me.)
If my anguished scream after finishing the book (in just a few days - a record for me) was any indication of how good it was, then I needn't write any more. My husband and daughter looked at me and I cried, "The next book isn't likely going to come out until NEXT YEAR!! AUGH!" That got an eyeroll from my daughter (who has no room to talk, really - she loves the characters as much as I do) and a chuckle from my husband.
The book, as usual, had me laughing and tearing up and staying up WAY too late reading when I should have been sleeping. It's a rare book these days that can get me to do that. I love my sleep. I loved getting back to the lives of Darcy, Harper, Evan, Starla, Mimi, and Nick, along with the other residents of the Enchanted Village. You really felt for the people and wanted to strangle some of the others. (Oh my gosh, Dorothy - I can't even with her!) Still, it was a fantastically fun book that had me turning the pages as quickly as I could. I also got quite hungry anytime Darcy visited Evan in his bakery. I'd be right there with Darcy, inhaling all of the Devil's food cake. All of it.
If you want a fun series (audio and physical - get them both, seriously) I definitely recommend this one! The characters come to life and make you want to be right there with them to offer a hug, a smack upside the head, or a cup of coffee. I can't wait until the next one. I want to see what happens! ACK!
Another good one!
This held my attention, just like all the other Heather Blake stories! You'll be hooked too! Thanks and Keep Them Coming!!
This held my attention, just like all the other Heather Blake stories! You'll be hooked too! Thanks and Keep Them Coming!!
It's been a bit of time since I've visited the magical town of Enchanted Village and its supernatural inhabitants. Darcy, a Wishcrafter, has been busy. She's running the family business, she's engaged to be married to the town's chief of police, she's running the village's annual winter race and she's the magical investigator looking into a friend's suspicious death. It could get hectic but the story flows smoothly. There are a lot of characters and magical abilities and rules to keep track of, but I got into the groove fairly quickly. It's an engaging story and mystery. The town could have been overly precious in someone else's hands, but each shop has an appropriate mystical name: Witch's Brew for the coffee shop, Bewitching Boutique for the clothing shop, Sorcerer's Stove caters and so on. Since the name of the village is Enchanted Village and the idea is to draw visitors, the names are appropriate and non-eye-roll-worthy. I like them.
What I like the most is that each magical witch family has a unique type of magic, like for growing things, granting wishes, healing, athleticism, etc. The rules to the community are to keep them safe from discovery, even as some chafe at the restrictions. I like the rules No willy-nilly magical hijinks for the most part. There are some bad apples and mischief. Have to have bad to highlight the good.
The investigation felt realistic. That's always key with me. There are some stories where the main character getting involved feels forced or the suspects are few and the whodunit is too easily identified early on. Not here. My eyebrows rose to the hairline when the perpetrator was know. Plenty of highly viable suspects abounded and I did not guess.
I can definitely recommend this book, this series and this author.
What I like the most is that each magical witch family has a unique type of magic, like for growing things, granting wishes, healing, athleticism, etc. The rules to the community are to keep them safe from discovery, even as some chafe at the restrictions. I like the rules No willy-nilly magical hijinks for the most part. There are some bad apples and mischief. Have to have bad to highlight the good.
The investigation felt realistic. That's always key with me. There are some stories where the main character getting involved feels forced or the suspects are few and the whodunit is too easily identified early on. Not here. My eyebrows rose to the hairline when the perpetrator was know. Plenty of highly viable suspects abounded and I did not guess.
I can definitely recommend this book, this series and this author.
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This is one of my favorite paranormal cozy mystery series and this new book was well worth the wait. I couldn't put this one down and was sneaking a read every chance I got. Darcy, Harper, Mimi, Nick, Ve and all the rest of the cast returns in this new installment. I love the way Heather Blake writes. She draws you into the story with her descriptive writing style, quaint themes and unforgettable characters. I love the growth we see in these characters book after book and the mysteries just keep me engaged and turning pages. Ms. Blake crafted a plot that foreshadows what may be coming for Darcy and her family and has me wishing I could already pre-order book 9. The mystery had plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing and I have to say she did such a good job of dropping clues and diverting my attention that the identity of the killer eluded me until the reveal.
This is a terrific series and if you are a fan of paranormal cozy mysteries, I recommend it highly.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher, Crooked Lane Books, through Netgalley.
This is a terrific series and if you are a fan of paranormal cozy mysteries, I recommend it highly.
I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy provided to me by the publisher, Crooked Lane Books, through Netgalley.
Darcy is a witch. She can grant wishes but there are rules of a wishcrafter. She lives in a village of mortals and other witches. Each has their own talents. The characters are all well rounded and developed. I could picture each one in my head. I started with this book so I’ll have to go back to the 1st. Darcy learns her friend, Abby was murdered on the day of the Mad Dash race. She sets out to find the killer and on the way learns some village secrets. There even some familiars that are so adorable you can’t help but smile.