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From "a master storyteller"( Booklist (starred review) comes more magic, knitting, and love in the delightful follow-up to Casting Spells .
Knit shop owner and sorcerer's daughter Chloe Hobbs felt the Fates finally got it right when she met Luke MacKenzie. And no one could have convinced her otherwise-including the trolls, selkies, or spirits who also call Sugar Maple, Vermont, home. But then out of nowhere Luke's ex-wife suddenly shows up, claiming to see the spirit of their daughter, Steffie-a daughter Chloe knows nothing about.
Steffie's spirit is being held hostage by a certain Fae leader. And if Chloe weaves a spell to free her spirit, her nemesis will also be free-free to destroy her yarn shop and all of Sugar Maple. But if she doesn't, Steffie won't be the only one spending eternity in hell. Chloe'll be joining her, cursed with a broken heart.
Author Notes
Barbara Bretton is an award-winning, USA Today best-selling author of more than 40 books. She resides in New Jersey.
Reviews (3)
Publisher's Weekly Review
Half-sorceress Chloe Hobbs and policeman Luke MacKenzie, the only humans in the sleepy Vermont town of Sugar Maple, face worldly and unearthly challenges in this sweetly charming sequel to 2008's Casting Spells. When Luke's ex-wife, Karen, shows up in town claiming that their dead daughter is trying to ask them for help, Chloe must deal with smalltown gossip and fix her relationship with Luke while she battles her old Fae enemy, Isadora, over the child's spirit and the future of Sugar Maple. Bretton seamlessly blends a playful world of eccentric and meddling supernatural creatures living in the midst of New England with a warm, natural and romantic story and just a hint of mystery. Scenes in Chloe's yarn shop and helpful knitting tips hold extra appeal for yarn aficionados while never distracting from the plot. (Aug.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved
Booklist Review
*Starred Review* Chloe Hobbs, owner of a popular knitting shop, is unique in the tiny hamlet of Sugar Maple, Vermont. Not only is she the mayor but she is also half human. Everyone else is of the supernatural ilk. The sole full human is the town sheriff, Chloe's boyfriend, Luke MacKenzie. Chloe comes from a long line of sorceresses whose main function is to protect the little village and all its inhabitants. She has finally defeated Isadora, the powerful, evil, supreme Fae, and has banished her into another world (Casting Spells, 2008). But Isadora doesn't appreciate her life in exile, and in this book, she fights back with a vengeance, even taking the spirit of Luke's deceased daughter, Stephanie, hostage. Now Chloe has to choose. Does she keep Isadora imprisoned and save Sugar Maple, or does she let Isadora go free and save the little girl's soul? There's no such thing as an easy choice in this poignant, magical story of love and sacrifice. Bretton spins an incredible tale. The next book in this series can't come fast enough.--Mosley, Shelley Copyright 2009 Booklist
Library Journal Review
Continuing her magical mystery series, begun with Casting Spells, Bretton gives half-sorceress, knitting-shop owner Chloe Hobbs her biggest challenge yet: the arrival of her human lover's ex-wife claiming to have talked to their daughter-who just happens to be dead! Ghosts, a vindictive faerie, argumentative townsfolk, and a cast of colorful creatures add charm and humor to a well-written tale rich with knitting detail and small-town flavor. It cleverly tells the story from multiple viewpoints-one chapter at a time. VERDICT Best known for excellent contemporary romance, Bretton has created a paranormal series that is both engaging and timely; for those who like their fantasy with a down-home flair. Bretton lives near Princeton, NJ. (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
