Welcome to Keating Hollow, the village full of love, magic, and cupcakes, and where nothing is more important than family.
At age eighteen, after a spell tragically backfired, Abby Townsend left Keating Hollow and her magic behind to find redemption. Twelve years later, after being summoned by her family, she’s back. As soon as she drives into town, she’s already plotting her inevitable exit, but … inevitable exit, but she can’t quite escape the pull of the tightly knit magical community or the soulful gaze of the one man she’s never forgotten. And when a nine-year old witch not only leads her back to her magic, but also steals her heart, Abby’s about to learn what it means to embrace the soul of a witch.
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The Witches of Keating Hollow series has been a blast. I’ve been devouring the books of Kindle Unlimited.
I just love the small town of Keating Hollow. It’s a wonderful magical community where everyone knows everyone and what’s going on. Each book in the series brings us a new couple to enjoy as well as new drama and emotional struggles. I just love the light magical feel and the heartfelt romances. This series is full of facing what life throughs at us, healing oneself, finding love and family and friendships.
Soul of the Witch
This book captured me. I was drawn into the suspense surrounding Abby and why she left Keating Hollow. I enjoyed how the author kept us in the dark until it was time to tell us why she left her home town. There is a lot of emotion and a second chance at love. I felt for Abby and Clay who after years apart are finally finding each other. Its full of magic, healing, and heart.
Rated: 4 Stars
I love this series already. It took three chapters and I fell in love! Being a stepmom myself, this story really tugged on my heartstrings. I love clay, Abby, and especially Olive. I can’t wait for the next book and I know this will be a series I read over and over again.
This was my first book experience with Deanna Chase and have to say I was pleased. Because I was short on reading time, I chose the audio version. The narrator was commendable though I would say she has a soothing voice so I had to work harder to listen and not doze off. Her characters are very relatable although they are in a paranormal witch world which make them captivating. There isn’t anything that stood out to me about them, yet her storytelling made them well-liked. I didn’t know anything about the story when I began, so I was surprised when I finished that it ended up being more of a contemporary romance, with witches. I kept expecting them to face some form of a villain or adversity, but the only adversity they face is themselves and their own intra-personal relationships. It’s refreshing; yet I usually enjoy books with a bit more action than this, so it ends up being a bit underwhelming. Since there is no outstanding villain or issue, I would personally say the book could be read as a stand-alone and you would be satisfied with the ending. I will have to say though that the ending made me bawl like a baby. Flat out ugly cried. It was heartwarming, but man did it ever hit home with me. After a short break for some other more thrilling books, I’ll probably pick up the series again just to see what happens in the next chapters of these characters lives.
I love Chase’s books but this one I had a hard time liking the main female character. This book was okay, not one of my favorites.
Love this series. Im hooked.
Oh Wow beyond cute for a small town story, with magic galore.
toss a bit of magic in the air, add some drama for flair, kids are always a favorite of mine and cute ones even better lol this story had such a warm fuzzy feel to it, the town setting was great from the farm to the brewery to the bubbling river I loved it all.
The characters were sweet well except for Val she was a wicked Bi..h lol but hey her true colors came through in the end and I am pretty sure Clay will always protect his daughter even from her Bi..h of a mother.
I am looking forward to visiting Keating Hollow again very soon I get the feeling there are a lot more stories to come from there yet.
Enchanting read set in a mystical town wrapped around a bewitching family. Thoroughly enjoyed this book!
Soul of the Witch by Deanna Chase is the first installment in the Witches of Keating Hollow series. Abigail “Abby” Townsend is returning home to Keating Hollow after receiving news that her father, Lincoln has cancer. It has been ten years since Abby left after the death of her best friend, Charlotte. Abby has felt guilty since that day and has not created a potion since then. Abby arrives in town and is surprised when she sees Clay Garrison outside Townsend’s Keating Hollow Brewery which is owned by her father. She wishes to avoid him since Abby does not look her best but ends up in an accident which brings him over immediately (of course). The attraction between Clay and Abigail is palpable. Abby knows a relationship is not possible since she has no intention of staying in Keating Hollow. Clay has just gotten out of a bad marriage and has his eight-year-old daughter, Olive to consider. Lincoln is ill from the chemotherapy and none of the potions they have obtained are helping. Abby wants to alleviate his symptoms, but her magic is blocked. What will it take for Abby to have full use of her powers again? Clay has the fight of his life before him. His ex-wife has decided to seek custody of Olive, and Clay will need his wits about him if he to win this battle to keep Olive safe. Can Abby overcome the past, so she can have a bright future? Come along to Keating Hollow to find out what happens with Clay, Abby and Olive in this magical tale.
Soul of the Witch is the story of witches, family, friendship, magic, guilt, tragedy, lost love, forgiveness and so much more. The Townsend family has four girls: Faith, Noel, Yvette and Abby who were raised by their father, Lincoln. Soul of the Witch focuses on Abby. The point-of-view alternates between Abby and Clay. I like that we get to see things from each character’s perspective. Soul of the Witch is well written and has a steady pace. The story contains great characters with my favorites being Daisy and Olive. Val is the villain of the story and she adds drama (one of those characters that you love to dislike). It allows readers to see what Clay will do to protect his daughter (we get to see his core beliefs). Abby is a complex character. She has been living in New Orleans where she earns a living creating soaps and lotions infused with a touch of magic as well as selling her art. Abby has a boyfriend who has become focused on himself (his career and how Abby can help him succeed). She needs to understand what exactly happened ten years ago which means talking to Charlotte’s mother. To move forward with her life, Abby needs to forgive herself. Keating Hollow is a small town where everyone knows your business. The descriptions of the delectable delights available at A Spoon Full of Magic will have your mouth watering and wishing you could transport yourself into the story. For those of you that enjoy alcoholic beverages, there are some creative brews available at Townsend’s Keating Hollow Brewery (I am amazed at the various flavors). My only negative comment is there is some predictability. Soul of the Witch is a charming paranormal romance novel. My rating for Soul of the Witch is 4 out of 5 stars (I liked it). There is a scene near the end that will just melt your heart (one of those “ahhhh” moments). It is a heartwarming, magical story that will delight fans of Denna Chase. Heart of the Witch is the next book in Witches of Keating Hollow series.
A great start to a new series
Ok have you ever squealed when you see an author , you one click , has a brand new series out , Yes you one click right. I was excited to see this author and her new series . In the soul of the witch we meet Abby Townsend . She left Keating Falls after a potion she made backfired and killed her best friend . Now she is back and trying to come to terms with her past as she helps her dad go through his illness . She sees old friends and an old beau that still makes her heart sing . But her magic is wonky and she needs to come to terms of what happened years ago Will she let go of the past so she can have her future with the man that she has loved all her life
The characters in this story are such a fun read . Abby is a sweet woman that is struggling and when push comes to shove she will prevail . She loves with all her heart and she is also hurting . You really see her come alive when she is with Clay . You really want to hug her as she struggles with the past . With all things in her past from her slimy sometimes boyfriend . To her family where there are things that so need to heal and to the love of her life that is also healing . She grows stronger and stronger as the story unfolds . With the help of her friends she rocks the whole small town witch vibe . Clay well he is the love that got away all those years ago . But when we meet him he is all grown up and has a daughter . He is all so sexy but also so sweet. He is the type of guy you want to have kids with . He still has feeling for Abby too, which makes its even hotter when they meet back up . But there is also a lot of hurt that they both have to get through. Also his little daughter to keep in mind . They are a great couple and can’t wait to see where the author takes them
. This is a sweet book and the author takes us on a journey of healing , love and friendship. The author has a way of drawing you in and making you care for the characters . She weaves a magical tale that will transport you to a place where magic is everywhere and you can be free to be who you are. The characters are complex and you will have so much fun ready . Its true meaning of love . life and relationships . So can’t wait till the next book comes out .
I loved this book!!!
Oh man, this book was tugging so hard on my heart strings that I cried several times. It was a sweet story about overcoming guilt and accepting love.
I highly recommend this book and I really look forward too the next.