About the Book
Synopsis from Goodreads:
Destiny comes knocking on your door eventually. You can either say 'hello' or spend the rest of your life running. Let's just say, I've never been much for exercising.
‘Welcome to the beautiful town of Elkin, Washington,’ I read the sign silently to myself as I stepped off the ferry and onto my pacific northwest island home.
I just inherited the family bookshop from my grandma. The Grandma was murdered, and I think I’m next.
With the killer hot on my trail, I have to stay sharp to stay one step ahead. Thank God, I have Vardon. He would rather die than let me go it alone. And it feels so good to see Charlie again, though I would never say it. I can see him looking at me the way he did in high school.
When a second body is found, it's not just human friends who show up to help. A mysterious stranger, a protective cat-shifter, and even the powerful secrets hidden within the bookshop all rally around me.
As the clouds gather and reality begins to fray at the edges, I have a choice to retreat back into my old life or embrace my destiny. With the fate of my home hanging in the balance, I know in my heart that there's only one path forward. But can I find the courage to take it?
One thing's for Grandma would be proud. If I could just see her one more time. She'd know exactly what to do.
Hold onto your hats, my friends! I can feel a storm in the air, and this one's a doozy.
My Review
Sophie Solace returns to her hometown of Elkin, Washington. Her grandmother has just died and she inherits her bookshop. Sophie quickly learns that her grandmother was murdered and she fears for her own life, as well.
Not only does she plan to find the killer, but she also must decide if she’s going to keep the bookshop or sell it. When another dead body turns up, Sophie is surrounded by friends who want to help her, including a cat-shifter.
This is an intriguing tale with some unique characters. It’s a fast read with an interesting premise. The book is filled with magic and mystery. It’s a nice way to spend an afternoon. This is the first book in the series and I’ll be sure to check out the next one.
For reading challenges:
Literary Escapes Reading Challenge 2024 (Washington)
Cloak & Dagger Reading Challenge 2024
Disclosure: I borrowed this one through the Kobo Plus Unlimited library. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own
That looks fun- love the cover.
ReplyDeleteA cat shifter, fascinating.
ReplyDeleteThis looks fun and I love that it's inheritited bookstore.
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