Author Description

Magic, murder, and the spark of something more. When Rowan Clarke finds her friend crushed beneath a bookshelf, everyone calls it a tragic accident. She knows better. Evelyn's death looks natural to handsome detective Nate Cross, but Rowan's magical instincts scream otherwise. Armed with her growing supernatural abilities and a coven of fiercely protective witches, she digs into Evelyn's past—and uncovers a web of financial fraud, desperate motives, and deadly secrets. As threatening notes appear and mysterious accidents multiply, Rowan realizes the killer isn't finished. With Salem's magical community counting on her and a skeptical detective watching her every move, she must learn to trust her powers before she becomes the next victim. The closer she gets to the truth, the more she finds herself drawn to the one man who could either help her solve the case—or arrest her for interfering. Discover where the magic begins in this enchanting prequel to The Salem Book Club Mysteries. Perfect for fans of cozy paranormal mysteries, bookish settings, and slow-burn romance.