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Magic Circle by John William Waterhouse, 1886
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From Debbie Wiley Book Reviews
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The Seventh Witch
by Shirley Damsgaard
Ophelia
Jensen’s trip to North Carolina was supposed to be just a family
celebration for her Great-Aunt Mary’s 100th birthday. Instead, she
finds danger lurking in every corner of this small, Southern town.
Ophelia’s family of witches has a secret hidden, one that threatens her
own beloved grandmother, Abby. Just who is Sharon Doran and why does
she harbor such animosity towards Ophelia’s family? And why hasn’t
Ophelia heard of another magickal family in the area?
THE SEVENTH WITCH is the seventh book in a series featuring the amateur
sleuthing duo of Ophelia and Abby. Ophelia’s family heritage is
explored in this episode and fans of the series will appreciate the
additional insight into the characters of Abby and Ophelia,
particularly in relation to their feelings about their magickal gifts.
However, THE SEVENTH WITCH can be read as a stand alone as Shirley
Damsgaard provides all the necessary history so the reader can enjoy
visiting with these wonderful characters!
Shirley Damsgaard does a magnificent job at capturing some of the
quaint aspects of a small Southern town. The focus on food and the
sense of self-sufficiency and determination to handle things by one’s
self shine through clearly in THE SEVENTH WITCH and provide a tiny
glimpse into the psyche of the South. The lunch scene at Cousin Lydia’s
makes me giggle even now, for it truly epitomizes the Southern family
gathering.
THE SEVENTH WITCH is difficult to classify into any one genre as it
blends elements of the paranormal, mystery, and romantic suspense
genres. Shirley Damsgaard delves into dark secrets and the power of
magick without overwhelming the casual reader with too much esoteric
material. THE SEVENTH WITCH is my first foray into the Ophelia and Abby
mystery series but it will definitely not be my last! Bravo!
Publisher: Avon (February 2010)
Other books in
series: Ophelia & Abby Mysteries
Reviewed
by Debbie, Debbie Wiley Book Reviews
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