Spells and Spiced Latte - a book review

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Spells and Spiced Latte: A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery (Maddie Goodwell Book 1)

Book by Jinty James

Book 1 of this series had me at coffee.  So glad I took advantage of downloading this free (as of May 28, 2021) book from Amazon.  The title and adorable cat on the cover were sure to entertain me - and it did.  Yes, I am one of those people that chooses their books by the cover.

This is a good, clean storyline that includes:  Maddie Goodwell, a witch; Trixie, her Persian cat and "familiar"; Maddie's best friend and business partner, Suzanne Taylor; and coffee.

Maddie was seven years old when she found an ancient book titled "Wytchdraft for the Chosen" and learned one spell.  To this day, she is only able to do one spell - the coffee vision spell.  When Maddie reads Joan's (one of her regular customers) coffee grounds, she sees Joan lying dead in the kitchen.  Within 24 hours the vision comes true compelling Maddie to solve the murder with the help of her best friend, Suzanne and Trixie, her faithful cat.  

Who wanted Joan dead and is Maddie next on the murder list?
This cozy has suspense, intrigue, mystery, and magic with some red herrings.  One of those red herrings is Ramon.

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Cozies, in general, are a favorite go-to when wanting to lose myself in something light and fun to read.  Highly recommend this fun book to anyone including young adults.  Thank you Jinty James for not keeping this story to yourself!

#JintyJanes #MaddieGoodwell #cozy

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