Bloodline

Terra Rowan was chased away from Salem during the witch trials and subsequent hangings. She isn’t sure what happened to her life. The events were so long ago that she has given up any hope of getting back her old life, in fact, it could be murder.

Now living in Asheville, North Carolina she finds that strange things, magical things are happening, and she fears for those she has come to like, even love. It isn’t long before one of them is murdered and she must find out who the killer is before someone else dies.

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Series: A Witch Cat Cozy Mystery – Book #1
Author: Vicki Vass
Genre: Witch Cozy
Publisher: Independent Publisher

Rating:

“Bloodline” is the first book in a new series by author Vicki Vass. The tale is interesting and unique with great characters. The use of the Biltmore Estate and forest is a beautiful setting for a series, and the reader will be drawn to the book for this reason alone.

Ms. Vass writes a crafted story of mystery, intrigue, and genuine emotion. The characters are likable, even lovable in some instances, and are diverse enough to be memorable. The animals in this book are loyal, determined, and adorable. The use of cats is not unusual in Witch based books but how the cats are used is distinctively attractive.

When Terra’s companion is murdered, and a young girl stands accused, she is suspicious. Before long she understands that not only is Abigail innocent, she has hidden powers that an ancient evil entity is trying to prevent her from using. Terra brings together nine witches to form a coven to stop the evil from taking over and killing others in Asheville and beyond.

Although this story in and of itself is not new to the reader, the perspective it is written from is pleasurable without being the same old song and dance. “Bloodline” is a well-written, fast-paced, exciting, and entertaining book. Readers will enjoy the interaction between the characters and their environment almost as much as they enjoy the characters themselves.

If there is anything some readers may object to, it is the definition of Wiccan vs. Witchcraft. Many readers who enjoy this type of cozy will argue the distinction between the two descriptions. The description of Wiccan vs. Druid or other forms of belief, as well as evil, are not the accepted norm in today’s world. However, this does not detract from the book’s overall enjoyment value.

This book is highly recommended to readers who enjoy witch or paranormal stories with a historical bent. It is hoped that the series will continue and that the reader will enjoy the characters as they evolve.