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Anaïs Blue #1
Complicated Blue: The Extraordinary Adventures of the Good Witch Anais Blue
There is no hell. There is only unfinished business.
This New Year's Eve something shady's going on in the city of Amsterdam.
The dead walk the streets, but they're not alone.
A teenage witch trapped in the body of a five year old.
A deceased rock and roll star with an identity crisis.
A librarian with the dress sense of Edina from Absolutely Fabulous.
A mysterious entity with the power to influence the weather.
And a nanny.
All pursued by an assailant with a hell hound as an assistant.
Put simply, it's complicated.
This New Year's Eve something shady's going on in the city of Amsterdam.
The dead walk the streets, but they're not alone.
A teenage witch trapped in the body of a five year old.
A deceased rock and roll star with an identity crisis.
A librarian with the dress sense of Edina from Absolutely Fabulous.
A mysterious entity with the power to influence the weather.
And a nanny.
All pursued by an assailant with a hell hound as an assistant.
Put simply, it's complicated.
286 pages, Paperback
First published August 5, 2017
170 people are currently reading
140 people want to read
About the author
P.J. Whittlesea
8 books46 followersP. J. Whittlesea is an author, blogger and singer-songwriter. Originally from Australia, he now lives in Amsterdam in The Netherlands.
His debut novel, LORELESS, released in July 2016, has been nominated for two Australian literature awards.
Upon completion of LORELESS, his children asked him to write something for them. His vivid imagination invented a witch with a twist. What began as a short story, developed into a full series of books which are not strictly only for children.
Books in the Anaïs Blue series:
THE CITY OF SHADES: Anaïs Blue Prequel
THISTLE WITCH: Anaïs Blue Book 1
DISCOVERING MAGIC: Anaïs Blue Book 2 A NEW SOURCE OF MAGIC: Anaïs Blue Book 3
A WITCH’S CALLING: Anaïs Blue Book 4
MAGIC AWAKES: Anaïs Blue Book 5
(Join the author's tribe of avid readers via his website and download your copy of the prequel to the series for free)
Out now:
BLIND SHIPMENT
The first book in a new thriller series about psychic detective Kurt Killan.
Visit him online and follow his writer's journey at PJWhittlesea.com, on twitter @PJWhittlesea, pinterest.com/pjwhittlesea and facebook.com/pjwhittlesea
His debut novel, LORELESS, released in July 2016, has been nominated for two Australian literature awards.
Upon completion of LORELESS, his children asked him to write something for them. His vivid imagination invented a witch with a twist. What began as a short story, developed into a full series of books which are not strictly only for children.
Books in the Anaïs Blue series:
THE CITY OF SHADES: Anaïs Blue Prequel
THISTLE WITCH: Anaïs Blue Book 1
DISCOVERING MAGIC: Anaïs Blue Book 2 A NEW SOURCE OF MAGIC: Anaïs Blue Book 3
A WITCH’S CALLING: Anaïs Blue Book 4
MAGIC AWAKES: Anaïs Blue Book 5
(Join the author's tribe of avid readers via his website and download your copy of the prequel to the series for free)
Out now:
BLIND SHIPMENT
The first book in a new thriller series about psychic detective Kurt Killan.
Visit him online and follow his writer's journey at PJWhittlesea.com, on twitter @PJWhittlesea, pinterest.com/pjwhittlesea and facebook.com/pjwhittlesea
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October 13, 2017
What a wonderful story that totally kept my interest. Just enjoyed reading this book, by a first time author for me. Definitely ready for more.
April 12, 2017
I don’t often laugh out loud when reading books, but I did with this one! A fun, modern-day story about a teenage witch trapped in a five-year-old’s body that will appeal to people of all ages. In true Douglas Adams style, there is a running commentary explaining everything we don’t know about witches, including the reason for their primordial hatred of chickens and why they love cooking! I will also be looking out for shades in crowded places from now on. As the story develops, you get drawn into Anais’ world and wonder where it will take you. This is a completely new take on witches and magic, where broomstick riding is regarded with scorn. It is a brilliantly-written book that is a delight to read, and I look forward to reading volume 2.
July 8, 2018
The Color Purple, Her Favorite
A truly enchanting coming of age story of a young witch. PJ Whittlesea's Complicated Blue: The Extraordinary Adventures of the Good Witch Anais Blue is book 1 of the series. The author teaches us about witches and their upbringing (In the world he has created). We get to know her quite well during our brief time with her while she discovers her specialty and realizes her life's purpose. It is an exciting few days with a surprise at the end. A very endearing story.
A truly enchanting coming of age story of a young witch. PJ Whittlesea's Complicated Blue: The Extraordinary Adventures of the Good Witch Anais Blue is book 1 of the series. The author teaches us about witches and their upbringing (In the world he has created). We get to know her quite well during our brief time with her while she discovers her specialty and realizes her life's purpose. It is an exciting few days with a surprise at the end. A very endearing story.
June 17, 2018
This is quite a sweet little book that would probably work better as a novella than a short full novel. It's quite a cute idea but the world building is limited and not a vast amount really happens. The writing style is immersive and entertaining though, even if I was less enamoured with the twist at the end which if anything seemed to distract from the deeper potential themes here.
July 12, 2017
I really, really enjoyed this book! Alternating chapters between plot development and background information kept me engaged and prevented confusion, as layer after layer of this exciting new world came to light. Well written, lots of fun, and some truly beautifully developed characters. Looking forward to more!
June 26, 2017
Do you like stories that have witches? Ghosts? Entities with powers? Do you enjoy books that make you feel a whole bunch of emotions? How about adventure? If so, I would like to invite you into the world of Anais! You will meet characters unlike any others you've ever come across. Is it a good book? It's a great book! And before I make a mistake and leak any spoilers....just get the book. LoL You won't be sorry! :)
December 10, 2022
Thistle Witch (Anais Blue, #1) by P.J. Whittlesea is terrific! It is a rewrite of the original Anais Blue #1 which I enjoyed greatly. It was so good that I went on to read the entire series. Thistle Witch makes me want to read the rest of the rewritten series as there is so much more in this new book. I was continually amazed, amused, surprised and enchanted as the story built to its surprising conclusion.
I was given a copy of the book by the author. I am voluntarily and enthusiastically posting an honest review.
I was given a copy of the book by the author. I am voluntarily and enthusiastically posting an honest review.
December 3, 2022
I liked this story.
Anaïs is a witch that looks like a five year old child. She befriends a shade, looses her nanny and has quite a life changing experience. This is a very moving story.
Anaïs is a witch that looks like a five year old child. She befriends a shade, looses her nanny and has quite a life changing experience. This is a very moving story.
November 12, 2019
It was "ok"
There was too much description and not enough plot or conversation. After reading two or three chapters, I started skipping ahead, looking for dialogue that would move the story forward. It finally got more interesting close to the end, but still didn't hold my attention.
The parts I did read were well written as far as punctuation and grammar. That is how I gave this book 2 stars.
There was too much description and not enough plot or conversation. After reading two or three chapters, I started skipping ahead, looking for dialogue that would move the story forward. It finally got more interesting close to the end, but still didn't hold my attention.
The parts I did read were well written as far as punctuation and grammar. That is how I gave this book 2 stars.
June 3, 2024
Whimsical fantasy about a witch and a ghost
I loved the world building. The chapters explaining the world of witches was my favorite part of the book. However the parts dealing with Anais had too much "tell" and not enough "show".
I loved the world building. The chapters explaining the world of witches was my favorite part of the book. However the parts dealing with Anais had too much "tell" and not enough "show".
January 17, 2023
Whistle Witch
Despite that slightly stilted rhythm of the prose, this series starter has a good storyline and interesting characters. Multiple uses of "hell" as a curse word make it questionable for some as a middle grades read, but it is definitely slotted toward the younger set.
Despite that slightly stilted rhythm of the prose, this series starter has a good storyline and interesting characters. Multiple uses of "hell" as a curse word make it questionable for some as a middle grades read, but it is definitely slotted toward the younger set.
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