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Fixated on researching ways to break her curse once and for all, jinxed witch and do-gooder Dahlia Poplar doesn't know how well she'll do in the upcoming Euchre Tournament, the Luna Lane Spooky Games Club's first sponsored event. With visiting professor Cable Woodward due to depart to spend more of his sabbatical on the road, Dahlia can't admit that he may be the reason she's so determined to finally leave behind the cozy comforts of home. Unfortunately, her efforts stir up unwanted attention from the one who cursed Dahlia to begin with, the evil witch whose shadow has loomed over all of the dreadful events in Luna Lane. When the tournament ends prematurely, there's a body charred to ashes, and Dahlia takes it upon herself to figure out if the wicked witch is behind the disaster. Somehow, she needs to brew the right potion to break her curse while solving the paranormal message encoded in the club's playing cards, all while keeping her loved ones safe. Her very life may be the ante she risks to get to the bottom of everything that's been plaguing her since birth-and if she can't bluff her way to winning, Dahlia Poplar may prove to be the dead card that's no longer in play.
A jinxed witch must solve a murder at a tournament to break her curse and stop an ancient evil. Dahlia Poplar, a witch burdened by a curse, is determined to win the upcoming Euchre Tournament to finally break free from her affliction. Her efforts, however, attract the attention of the malevolent witch who originally cursed her. When the tournament is cut short by a mysterious death, Dahlia must investigate whether the ancient evil is responsible, all while brewing potions and deciphering paranormal messages hidden within playing cards to save herself and her loved ones.
The premise sets up a blend of cozy mystery and paranormal fantasy, focusing on a witch's personal quest intertwined with a murder investigation. The narrative appears to prioritize puzzle-solving and magical elements within a community setting. Readers can expect a story that balances the protagonist's internal struggle with external threats, likely featuring a cast of quirky characters typical of the cozy mystery subgenre. The stakes are presented as high, with Dahlia risking her life to uncover the truth and break her lifelong curse.
Page Count:
256
Publication Date:
2020-11-24
Publisher:
Crimson Fox Publishing
ISBN-10:
1952667194
ISBN-13:
9781952667190
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