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The Witches of BlackBrook

"That night, Trin dreamt of Jason and crystals, Jeremiah and ropes, Kara and water, and Caris and herbs.  She tossed and turned, slipping through space and time.  Sister, lover, cousin, friend.  Her head spun as she tried to use her magic to break through this hellish mix of hopes and dreams, fear and regret."
Last week's book was The Witches of BlackBrook by Tish Thawer.  It's the story of three sisters who are torn apart as a result of the prosecution of witches in the 17th century, a powerful spell, and a curse created to keep them apart.  Over the years their souls have entered into new bodies, but the three are never quite able to find each other at the same time.  Comfortable in her current life, and living with one sister, Trin has somewhat paused the search for her younger sibling.  But when  cousins Jason and Caris move into town things begin to change and Trin becomes hopeful that the three sisters will finally be reunited.  People aren't who they seem and no one can be trusted.  However Trin is sure of one thing.  She will do whatever it takes to get both of her sisters back.
This was a delightful little book that I devoured in one sitting.  An easy, yet captivating, read filling with several plot twists, a hint of romance, and all of the fun that comes with witchy novels.  I've already ordered the second book in the series and can't wait to read it as well!


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