Wishcrafter Darcy Merriweather might be a witch with the ability to grant wishes for others, but wishing isn't going to help her catch a killer....
When wishcrafter Darcy Merriweather's personal concierge company is hired by elite runner Abby Stillwell to organize the Wicked Mad Dash, a competition that takes place in the Enchanted Village, Darcy is more than willing to help her friend. As blizzard conditions rage on the morning of the race, Darcy's main concern is the terrible weather - until Abby goes missing...and is later found dead, buried in the snow.
As Darcy investigates her friend's untimely death, she learns she didn't really know Abby well at all. Those closest to the woman - her secret fiance, her roommate, her ex-boyfriend, and her coworkers at Balefire Sports - seem to have plenty to hide, too. As Darcy digs deeper, she uncovers complicated relationships, a possible embezzlement scheme, and allegations of cheating against a top athlete.
Just when Darcy is convinced she's hit a dead end in the case, a startling burglary and the hunt for Abby's elusive ex send Darcy down a dark, dangerous trail. It will take the help from friends, family, and a little bit of magic for Darcy to stop a stone-cold killer from striking again.[summary via Audible]
Early on I discovered Heather Blake's writing when she was writing as Heather Webber with her Lucy Valentine mysteries. I was hooked instantly and I've been a fan ever since. She perfectly blends magic and mystery together, and each novel is utterly delightful. Her Wishcraft mysteries fit this description just beautifully!
To Catch a Witch is the 8th book in the series, and if you've been following along with the series you know there is a lot going on. Darcy and policy detective, Nick, are living together with Nick's daughter Mimi, and their assortment of animals. In Darcy's unofficial title of Witchcraft Investigator though, life is anything but boring! When elite runner, Abby Stillwell goes missing (and is later found dead), Darcy and Nick must work together to find a murderer and solve the mystery.
There is a lot going on in To Catch a Witch. Between witchcraft politics, a murder mystery and Darcy's sister, Harper's sudden illness, the reader never fear getting bored! For this reason, I absolutely loved this book. I listened on audiobook and I found myself wanting to do the housework just so I could keep listening!!!
The Wishcraft mysteries keep getting better with every book, and I don't want to give too much away with this one, but it was very, very good. While I don't say it with every series, this is a series that you need to read in order. Each book builds on the previous book, and reading in order is a must. While this is the 8th book in the series you'll find once you start you can't stop! So set aside a couple of weeks and binge this series!
I listened on audiobook and I absolutely love Coleen Marlo's narration. I've tried to listen to the audiobooks for all of this series, but even when I'm reading the print book I keep hearing Coleen's voices for each of the characters. Especially the familiar's like Archie and Pepe. Her narration is spot and enhanced my enjoyment of the book.
To Catch a Witch was a magical, stellar read and I strongly encourage readers to pick it up.
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