by Mandy M. Roth
Series: Grimm Cove #1
Genres: Paranormal Women's Fiction
Source: Purchase
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When it rains, it pours...
On the eve of my fortieth birthday, Fate has given me a second chance at the happiness I once knew in the odd Southern town of Grimm Cove. But only if I can come to terms with some rather eye-opening revelations. Supernaturals are a real thing. I'm a witch. My high school sweetheart, who happens to be the Chief of Police in Grimm Cove, is my fated mate and a wolf-shifter. Ghosts exist and can be very nosy and meddlesome. Someone is murdering witches left and right. And last but not least, my ex-husband's barely legal arm candy is taking fatal attraction to new levels of Hell.
I'm no shrinking violet, and with the help of my best friends, I'm going to live life on my terms--come Hell, high water, or magikal mishaps.
Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft by Mandy M. Roth is the first novel in the Grimm Cove paranormal romance series with witches, shifters and vampires. Magic, suspense, and a second chance romance made for a delightful tale.
the scoop
This is the first book in the Grimm Cove trilogy, it has a small-town cozy feel with romance and a quiet little town where residents are of the supernatural variety. Poppy’s husband asks for a divorce, and she heads home to the house her grandparents left her in Grimm Cove. Her best friend’s from college are making a fresh start with her.
While the romance was fast moving as mated romances tend to be, I loved Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft. Poppy is a witch, but her parents never practice, and she is untrained. She doesn’t even believe in it; she is however skilled with plants and at making potions. Brett the local chief of police was Poppy’s first love, and it looks like fate will give them a second chance.
The author delivered a suspense angle. First, witches are turning up dead and local Brett has been looking for a break in the case. When Poppy and her friends arrive in town, it looks like evil forces are trying to keep her from her ancestral home. I loved all the paranormal woo-woo, some dark, but some delivered humor.
Secondary characters were fantastic from quirky to the delicious back and forth snarky banter as we gain a hint of the romance in book two.
The book offered friendship, humor women over forty can relate to and new beginnings. The story flowed easily and left me smiling.
The tale wrapped up nicely, and I look forward to Hexing with a Chance of Tornadoes available now, and Spellcasting with a Chance of Spirits releasing at the end of May 2020.
Magic, suspense, and a second chance romance await you in this delightful tale. Grab Cloudy with a Chance of Witchcraft by Mandy M. Roth #Paranormal #WomensFiction #GrimmCove Share on X*This book is part of a new genre created by thirteen authors who got together to write paranormal women’s fiction with heroines over 40. You can learn more in their Facebook group, Paranormal Women’s Fiction.
About Kimberly
Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. BlueSky | Facebook | Instagram
Lark @ The Bookwyrm's Hoard
Well, you convinced me to buy it! It sounds like it has a lot of the elements I would enjoy: humor, paranormal romance, and heroines over 40.
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
Well, this sounds quite wonderful. I’m always up for a good witchy read anyway and a witchy cozy sounds perfect. Glad to see it was a winner for you.
Berls
This sounds like I would enjoy – kind of like a mix of paranormal and cozy. Would you say it has a cozy feel?
Kimberly
Yes… same tone Berls.
Stephanie@Fairday's Blog
The cover drew me right in and your review has me thinking that this will be a series I will enjoy. I love that the characters are quirky and interesting. The plot sounds intriguing. Adding this to my list. 🙂
Nadene
This series sounds fun. Kim, thanks for putting it ony radar.
Tyler H. Jolley
I love that this is a group who came together to create such a fun genre. The book world is always evolving. Thanks for sharing!
Nadene
This series sounds fun. Thanks for putting it on my radar, Kim.
Katherine
This looks really fun and I really like that it’s more women’s fiction then romance. I’ve been loving books that really focus on friendship and this one looks fun.
Anne - Books of My Heart
These #PWF books are like crack, at least the good ones are. I love this cover. This one sounds like I should check it out. Fabulous review!
Lover of Romance
This story sounds simply fantastic and I really like the mix of small town and paranormal aspects.
Lovely review.
sjhigbee
I love the sound of this one – what a cool premise, to feature heroines who are over 40!
Kimberly
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Angela (Angel's Guilty Pleasures)
I had a blast with this one too. It was fun and enjoyed it. Great review.
Debbie S Haupt
Oh this new series sounds really good and I love the titles. Thanks Kim
Ethan
I love this title. This sounds like a really fun read.
Ailyn Koay
I’m guessing Grimm Cove is brother’s Grimm’s hideout or ancestral home? Aside from that, i think she’ll have a lot of spells to cast
Cindy
I can see myself getting into this series. Thanks for sharing!
Melliane
oooooh I want to try now!
kindlemom1
I just read this one as well and I really liked it! I’ve read a handful of these (the genre) and so far have liked most of them but some of them have definitely been way better than others and this was one of those. I can’t wait to read the next one!
Ashley Montgomery
This sound like the start to a great series and new genre. Thank you for sharing your awesome review!