Book 32, 2020

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Samhain Secrets by Jennifer David Hesse

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



I finished reading Samhain Secrets, by Jennifer David Hesse, last night. It's the fourth book in the "Wiccan Wheel" mystery series, featuring attorney and solo witch, Keli Milanni.

Keli's plate is full, with her recent promotion to junior partner at the law firm where she works, adjusting to living with her boyfriend, Wes, and trying to prepare for the Samhain. When she is called by the police to identify a body, Keli is shocked to discover it is her aunt, Josephine O'Malley. Keli had never met Josie, but she received correspondence from her. It was well known in the family that Josie was a free spirit who enjoyed traveling without being tied down. Keli finds herself delving into the mystery of Josie's death, and she learns that her aunt was a passionate environmental activist who may have been involved in some shady undertakings, and who certainly made enemies. As she retraces Josie's last days, Keli may be putting her own life in danger, but if it brings a murderer to justice, she won't back down.

An enjoyable story, fast-paced, and creepy in parts. Keli is likable, and I love her BFF, Farah, who is a true ride-or-die friend.

Favorite line: Considering all the pop-culture teenaged witches, not to mention the Harry Potter franchise, witches were as likely to be seen as cool rather than scary.

Very good, four stars.