In the Wick of Time

by Valona Jones Narrated by Elise Arsenault

Overview

December in Savannah, Georgia, is a sight to behold. With all the festivities-including the traditional riverfront luminary display during the boat parade-twin sisters Tabby and Sage Winslow are busier than ever setting up for the big celebration. But that isn't the only thing on the sisters' minds. Both Sage and her fellow employee Mary Nicole are vying for the sought-after assistant-manager job at the plant nursery. But when Loren Lee, their boss, is found dead and Sage becomes the police's favorite suspect, both Winslow girls know that they'll need more than a flicker of magic and their sisterhood to solve the murder and clear Sage's name. Soon Tabby realizes that this is just one of the many problems they have. If being a suspect for murder wasn't enough, there are more magical problems that they have to fix: Sage's boyfriend is having a paranormal experience of his own he can't control, there's an energy vampire searching for his supposedly lost cousin, her cat suddenly dislikes her, and-oh-every time Tabby hiccups, she turns completely invisible. The suspect list grows with each day, and it seems everyone has a reason or a connection to Loren Lee. Tabby and Sage are burning the candle at both ends-but will it be enough to keep their friends safe and find this killer? Or will they be burned by their efforts?

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Praise for In the Wick of Time:
“A cozy mystery more in touch with the dark side of magic than most.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“A delicious combination of magic and the cozy mystery.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Charmingly blends an atmosphere of magic into the Southern setting . . . A fascinating read.”
—Kings River Life

“Surprises, secrets, suspense and solving the riddle of who the murderer is, which I will not reveal and who is the one wielding magic. A wonderful book and if you haven’t read book one, you should just for another journey into the lives of the twins.” 
—Paranormal Romance Guild

“Auras and energy fields and murder—oh, my! Valona Jones has crafted a paranormal cozy mystery that will cast a spell over readers.” 
—Lois Winston, bestselling author of the Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mysteries

“In the Wick of Time is a wickedly delightful mix of magic, mystery, and mayhem. A must read.”
—Debra H Goldstein, author of the Sarah Blair Mysteries

“Magic and mayhem mingle with murder in this lighthearted mystery set in Savannah during holiday season. Soaps, scents, and candles add to the flavor and will make you want to go shopping. In the Wick of Time is a magical murder mystery that will keep you guessing. A fun read!” 
—Nancy J Cohen, author of the Bad Hair Day Mysteries

Praise for Snuffed Out:
“Snuffed Out brings a sharp new twist to the paranormal cozy mystery genre . . . Readers who appreciate intricate plotting and an edgier vibe to their paranormal cozy mysteries will find much to enjoy about Snuffed Out.”
—Diane A.S. Stuckart, NYT bestselling author of cozy mysteries

“'Gripping fun' with a healthy dose of magic, murder, and madcap characters.”
—Carolynn Haines, USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series

“A first-rate, stay-up-late mystery.” 
—Roger Johns, 2018 Georgia Author of the Year and author of the Wallace Hartman Mysteries

“An intriguing cast of characters, a solid whodunit, and a touch of magic mix into a suspenseful brew in this delightful cozy mystery!” 
—Nancy J. Cohen, award-winning author of the Bad Hair Day Mysteries

“An inventive take on the paranormal, a twisty mystery, and a satisfying romance. Fans of cozy paranormal mysteries will welcome this new addition to the genre.”
—Victoria Gilbert, author of the Blue Ridge Library Mystery series and the Booklover’s B&B Mystery series

“In Snuffed Out, Valona Jones melts together a rich cast of characters, adds the scent of old scandals and secrets, and devises a wholly original kind of magical sleuthing to light up a nifty mystery. You’ll wish you had a Magic Candle Shop taper of your own to read by!” 
—Leigh Perry, author the Family Skeleton Series

“[An] enjoyable series launch . . . Paranormal cozy fans will be well satisfied.”
—Publishers Weekly

“Mayhem arrives at the [candle] shop . . . Cozy meets Karma.”
—Kirkus

“A small town cozy murder mystery that will make readers feel like they are part of the community . . . A winner.”
—San Francisco Book Review

“A mystery lover's delight from cover to cover.”
—Midwest Book Review

“Amazing characters, secrets, lies and surprises.”
—Paranormal Romance Guild

Kirkus Reviews

2023-07-26
Energy-shifting twins have to hone in on a killer to avoid suspicion, all without the support of their aunt.

Fraternal twins Tabby and Sage Winslow are very close even though they can be very different. Sage is a bit of a hothead with a tendency to blow up at others; Tabby’s more of a caretaker, sharing her energy whenever Sage inevitably gets depleted and supporting Sage through their telepathic twin-speak connection. While the two aren’t always balanced, their complementary relationship works for them, and they’re good at splitting the tasks at their aptly named handmade candle store, The Book and Candle Shop. Creative Tabby puts her positive energy into custom creations like her latest soul-warmer, Savannah Sunshine; Sage keeps the books, as she was taught by their Auntie O. Sage also works at Savannah’s All Good Things Nursery and Landscaping, where she may be the only one not put off by boss Loren Lee’s brusque manner with his staff. In fact, she’s worried because Loren’s health seems to be fading. She’s not wrong, and the twins soon learn that Loren has unexpectedly passed away. But they're surprised to hear that Loren’s death wasn’t the result of illness but a deliberate murder. As Sage frets about the future of the gardening business, the police wonder whether the twins’ knowledge of herbal concoctions marks them as Loren’s poisoners. And that’s just the beginning of a story that has Auntie O and her partner, Frankie, going into hiding and leaving the twins and Tabby’s boyfriend, medical examiner Quig, to fend for themselves during a murder investigation.

All these doings may be too much in a cozy mystery more in touch with the dark side of magic than most.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940159606846
Publisher:	Dreamscape Media
Publication date:	10/17/2023
Series:	Magic Candle Shop Mystery , #2
Edition description:	Unabridged

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