Book Review - Mystic Maples

Mystic Maples
Tena Stetler
May 2019

Earth/Fire witch Mercy Rose's insatiable curiosity always gets her in trouble. After a break-in at her Colorado flower shop, and a court battle that comes to a screeching halt in her favor, she arrives at Deerbourne Inn for a much-needed getaway. Looking for peace and quiet, she finds just the opposite in a startling handsome but mysterious man and his dog. 

Silvanus Forrest's gypsy/fae heritage is a double-edged sword. The land he inherited from his parents is rumored to be enchanted. But when Mercy discovers the truth, his well-ordered life unravels, and they're catapulted into the past to right a wrong. Along the way their lives intertwine, and they discover the true meaning of family and love. Will they change the past in time to save their future? 

Between The Page 
This book was a perfect weekend read. The paranormal theme is filled with witches, gypsies, fae, and a ghost. It even has a quick time travel twist. The main characters were fun to get to know and the secondary cast was equally enjoyable from Rag-a-Muffin the dog, to both Sil’s and Mercy’s family, and the ghost at the Inn. The author’s descriptive voice places you in each and every scene. It was refreshing to read a story where the characters don’t go through a major upset in their relationship before getting back together. Sil and Mercy bonded instantly and stayed devoted to each other as their connection grew stronger. Their steamy relationship sizzles with more than just magic. This story even has a bit of action when Sil’s brother makes a sudden appearance. This is my first read by this author and the Deerbourne Inn Series, which won’t be my last from both. If you are looking for short story with magical elements and a holiday setting, I recommend this one.

Rating 
4.5 Stars