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Nice witches finish last…
A guilt-ridden former coven is forced to tap into the magic of their past . . . if they want to stop their lives from going up in flames again.
On the outside, luxury real estate agent Sarah Nelson looks like every other mom in the suburb. But she has an edge that others don’t: She’s a witch. And no one knows . . . except her estranged ex-coven and college friends, Katrina and Alicia.
One terrible night during their freshman year, the trio accidentally burned down their dorm, and soon after they scattered. Their secret had been safe, until Sarah learns they’ve been invited back to commemorate the anniversary of the fire.
Suddenly, the magic doesn’t want to be controlled. Sarah’s orange tabby cat, Katy Purry, now argues with her. Her broom has become self-brooming, and her fridge somehow restocks thirty pounds of sliced turkey for school lunches. As it grows increasingly difficult to hide the magic and the past, Sarah, Katrina, and Alicia must harness their power together . . . before they find out if polite society still burns witches.
Twenty years ago as college freshmen three girls dabbled in magic and caused a tragedy. They each went their separate ways, keeping their involvement secret, until they are brought back together at the 20th anniversary of the event and find that a podcaster is determined to uncover the truth about how the fire started and who is responsible. The three women, eager to protect the lives they have now, disagree on how they can protect themselves as their magic rises again and seems to be spiraling out of control.
I read this pretty much in one sitting. The action moves along at a steady pace but in many respects it is more a character study, particular of Sarah, and an examination of responsibility and guilt as it is a fantasy. We reach a satisfying conclusion though the door is open for a follow-up story that I, for one, would be eager to read. I feel there is much more to learn about these women and the magic they wield. - Recommended ~~ Stephanie L Bannon
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