Moonshine & Murder by Kathleen Brooks Series: Moonshine Hollow #1
Published by Laurens Publishing on March 3, 2019
Source: Freebie
Genres: Mystery, Paranormal
Pages: 106
Format: eBook
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Zoey Mathers had everything going for her until one night she lost her biggest client, her job, and her reputation. Leaving her life up to fate, Zoey closed her eyes and pointed. She would serve out her career exile in the small mountain town of Moonshine Hollow where moonshine flowed as freely as a mountain stream.
Giving up the law to become a baker in Moonshine Hollow turned out to be the best thing Zoey had ever done. She was happy and enjoying life in her new small town. But Zoey should have learned the first time . . . one night can change your whole life.
After unknowingly crashing a battle between witches, Zoey accidentally becomes a witch herself. That’s all before Zoey stumbles over a murder victim and the town’s sheriff becomes involved. Now she’s trying to find a murderer, stop two old witches from playing matchmaker, and learning she’s way more than a mere accidental witch.
And that’s all before fate turns up one more sexy hunk of a twist . . .
Zoey’s life in LA fell apart dramatically in the most public and embarrassing way possible. And the scene in the book is funny, but this is a novella at just over 100 pages and it’s so fun that I don’t want to ruin any of it for you. Anyway, fate brings her to Moonshine Hollow, Tennessee where she sets up a bakery and honestly, her new life makes her happier than her old one ever did.
Zoey has a “family” in Moonshine Hollow and close friends and she’s feeling like her life is coming back together. And then, another fateful night. A man in town is murdered, her best friend is accused, and she becomes a witch. Of course, she needs to get her friend off the hook, figure out her new powers, and flirt with a couple of sexy men. And maybe save the world.
Moonshine & Murder is fun. It’s short and there’s a lot going on, so maybe the characters don’t get quite the attention they deserve, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The mix of mystery, magic, and romance worked well. I’m looking forward to the next one.
About Kathleen Brooks
Kathleen Brooks is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author. Kathleen’s stories are romantic suspense featuring strong female heroines, humor, and happily-ever-afters. Her Bluegrass Series and follow-up Bluegrass Brothers Series feature small-town charm with quirky characters that have captured the hearts of readers around the world. Kathleen is an animal lover who supports rescue organizations and other non-profit organizations such as Friends and Vets Helping Pets whose goals are to protect and save our four-legged family members.
Loving the cover.
Isn’t it pretty?
I am not a magic/fantasy reader as such, but I know this would appeal to a lot of readers. Fun!
I read fantasy occasionally, but it was the mix with mystery that made me pick this one up. I like it when fantasy and mystery are combined, as long as it’s clear from the blurb.
Oh good. I couldn’t resist this one when it was free and had to grab it. It is a nice cover. Glad to hear it was a good one 🙂
I was trying to remember if it was your blog I originally saw it at or someone else’s.
Not a magic fan but I liked the review.
Thanks.