A series starter with over 1300 five-star Goodreads ratings: Zara is a newly minted witch with a knack for attracting the spirits of the dead. When she learns a ghost is haunting her new home, she teams up with a local police detective to unravel a mystery!Zara Riddle moved to a charming new house in a small town so her life could be simple. But now that her witch powers have kicked in, life is … kicked in, life is anything but simple. Long-lost relatives are coming out of the woodwork. It turns out the family tree is riddled with magic.
When a ghost shows up, Zara finds out her powers come with a cost. She must solve the woman’s murder. Zara teams up with her handsome neighbor, a wolf shifter who’s both mysterious and perfect. Maybe too perfect? He did save her life during an attack, but he’s definitely hiding something behind that sly smile.
The town of Wisteria may be quaint on the surface, but danger lurks around every corner. To protect her family, Zara must risk her heart and her life. Forces of good and evil will face off in a battle where one side has a secret advantage.
One thing’s for sure. Zara Riddle is keeping these new powers, blue lightning balls and all.
Once you go witch, you never switch.
FAQs ABOUT THE SERIES:
Q. Is this one of those incomplete books that ends on a big CLIFFHANGER?
A. Nope! The main murder mystery introduced in book 1 is completely resolved by the end of the book, and justice for that crime is served. As with most series books, there are some ongoing side plot lines that continue through the series. The end of each book contains hints about upcoming stories, but each title in the series can be read as a complete stand-alone.
Q. Is there sexual content or bad language?
A. The “heat level” is sweet, and the language is clean, making this a great read suitable for all ages and tastes.
Q. How long are the books?
A. The paperbacks are about 300 pages, and the audiobooks are 8 to 10 hours.
Q. Are these books dark and depressing, or upbeat?
A. Definitely upbeat. There are some dramatic elements to keep things interesting, but the tone is overall bright and cheerful, with plenty of humor. Readers report high levels of LOLs.
READERS LOVE WISTERIA WITCHES:
“I enjoyed this book very much…it’s not your usual cozy mystery. The characters have a lot more depth and personality. The story line keeps you guessing. I’m looking forward to more in this series.”
– Reader review, Victoria
“I love this series! I am still laughing about sleep-toasting! The main characters have flaws but the story doesn’t become a therapy session, just a good paranormal mystery.”
– Reader review, Mys Sherry
“Loved it! It’s light-hearted, and a fun, relaxing read. Sometimes that’s just what you need — something entertaining without blood and gore, abusive spouses, etc. I enjoy a variety of books and this is one I would choose to unwind with.”
– Reader R.C.
“It’s thrilling! It’s funny! And it won’t leave you in agonizing pain (except, possibly, from laughter).”
– Robert J. Crane, author of the bestselling Girl in the Box series
“Love the relationship between mom and daughter. Great characters! The head librarian made me LOL.”
– Genevieve McKay
“Wise-cracking witches and hunky shifters and magical books… oh my!”
– Amazon reviewer
“A rollicking romp full of humor and heart. The witches of Wisteria will leave you laughing, guessing, and coming back for more!”
Dana Moss
WISTERIA WITCHES is book 1 in the hit witch cozy series Wisteria Witches Mysteries by Angela Pepper.
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Things are not all they seem in Wisteria as author Angela Pepper employs her signature wit to introducing the new librarian–who may have just moved into a haunted house. Tiffany Williams captures an array of voices in this delightful and delightfully narrated tale.
Audiobook review: Ms. Pepper’s story pulled me in from the start. Mystery, humor, family, and magic! Expect the unexpected! The storyline is enjoyable to listen & the characters are likable and believable. The narrator did a great job with providing unique voices for each character and appropriate tone inflections for each scene! I received a free copy of this audiobook at my request and voluntarily left this review.
Loved Wisteria Witches! Great mix of mystery and humor. Zara Riddle moves to a new town with her daughter Zoey to start her new job and buying her first real house, having only rented in the past. Soon after moving, Sara discovers she has some rather special gifts and her house really does have a ghost. With the help of her handsome neighbor, Zara sets out to figure out what really happened to the former owner of her house, while also discovering family secrets/history and that there’s more to her new town than meets the eye. Recommend.
I will read some of the other books on this series soon
really a good series of books, light hearted and enjoyable tale with good endings. would recommend all the books in this series
This is a clean, cozy, supernatural mystery. The characters are quirky and fun. The interaction with characters is funny, and witty, but at times can be confusing. But it all comes together at the end of the story that leaves you wanting to read the next in this smart series…I enjoy the wit the author has. And the content is clean, but so funny and smart that I think most won’t miss the lack of foul language, sex, and/or gore of some supernatural and or mysteries that drench so many stories in the genera. Well written.
Love the series
This is probably one of the strangest books I have ever read. It starts off a bit odd but ends up as a strangely enjoyable murder mystery. Full of weird but mostly likeable characters, quirky humour and both answered and unanswered questions this book will captivate you and keep you reading. Although this can be read as a stand-alone book the ending will mean you just have to buy the next book in the series because you will want to know …… and ……? I definitely recommend this book and look forward to the next one.
Book 49 towards my goal of 260! 5/5 stars for this witchy cozy mystery! Great for fans of Kitchen Witch and more! Such fun characters, moving to a quirky small town. The MC in this one is a librarian, which was so fun! Love the cover. Narration was great! Highly recommend!
I absolutely LOVE this book!!! The characters and their evolutions brought me actual joy. The relationship between mother and daughter is so superbly written, realistic and unrealistic all together! I finished the series in record time!!!
I liked it so much I bought the entire set. I just finished the fourth book and am starting the next. The character’s interaction is so real. The teen daughter reminds me of my own daughters. Funny, mysterious and fun to read.
Wisteria Witches (Wisteria Witches #1) was a good read by Angela Pepper. Zara Riddle just moved to Wisteria for her dream job as a librarian. Just as quick as they moved in, she and her teenage daughter Zoey are swept in a murder mystery. The twin of Wisteria seems to be full of ghosts and supernatural creatures. In all this craziness they are witches and try to master their powers. I enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more by Angela Pepper.
Fun read!
Yes, as you already know witches are among us. But some witches take longer to discover that they are witches and what powers they have. This happens to be the story line in this book. With the help of a detective our young witch has an interesting adventure.
A very easy read which you’ll enjoy!
Cheers
mrbrush
Not particularly original, but a good read nonetheless. The banter between the two main characters (Zara and her daughter) is what I liked the best.
Great author and story.
Too many character reveals all at once. Too many loose ends to follow up in the next book. The story should stand on its own with hints of what’s to come. I didn’t feel like I got a complete story here.
Loved the interactions between mother and daughter. It was a fun lighthearted mystery.
It was a fun, light read.
This is a fun, witty romp. I love the quips and give and take between mother and daughter. I found myself growing impatient for more to be revealed about the supporting characters. Some were underdeveloped, but all in all it was a light, enjoyable read.