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Wayfair Witches #5
Wrapping Up
It’s the most wonderful time of the year - or at least it would be, if one of the most popular witches in Riddler’s Cove hadn’t just been murdered.
When Winnie Wywood is found, strangled by festive ribbon and wrapped up like a present, there are two main suspects.
Suspect number one is the father of Wanda’s boyfriend, which might make the holiday period ever so slightly awkward.
Suspect number two is a woman who seems all too keen to admit to the murder.
Wanda hopes to track down the culprit before the Winter Solstice celebrations get underway. But there might be a little more to worry about than who killed Winnie ...
When Winnie Wywood is found, strangled by festive ribbon and wrapped up like a present, there are two main suspects.
Suspect number one is the father of Wanda’s boyfriend, which might make the holiday period ever so slightly awkward.
Suspect number two is a woman who seems all too keen to admit to the murder.
Wanda hopes to track down the culprit before the Winter Solstice celebrations get underway. But there might be a little more to worry about than who killed Winnie ...
217 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 22, 2017
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A.A. Albright
73 books108 followersA.A. Albright lives in the Irish countryside with her husband.
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August 15, 2020
Yeah, hard pass. At this point I just want to know how she's going to conclude the story(minus the romance; because I know exactly what'll happen and I do NOT like it)
January 13, 2021
Consider me enticed!
This is yet another stellar entry in the "Wayfair Witches" series! Wanda's attention is being diverted while the vaguest outline of a relationship quadrangle (with the potential to be a hexagon; how's THAT for a diversion?!) may be emerging, with two of the players possibly masked and a third exactly as perceived but simply mute. Questionable motivations certainly add dimension to characters, which makes for a livelier read. There are a couple of well-placed magical red herrings that serve as fine distraction, but the murder mystery is seemingly banal with a disappointingly ordinary motive...or is it? There are the subtlest of hints that lead this reader to believe there is an overriding story arc that are absolutely fascinating to follow...Book Six, here I come!
This is yet another stellar entry in the "Wayfair Witches" series! Wanda's attention is being diverted while the vaguest outline of a relationship quadrangle (with the potential to be a hexagon; how's THAT for a diversion?!) may be emerging, with two of the players possibly masked and a third exactly as perceived but simply mute. Questionable motivations certainly add dimension to characters, which makes for a livelier read. There are a couple of well-placed magical red herrings that serve as fine distraction, but the murder mystery is seemingly banal with a disappointingly ordinary motive...or is it? There are the subtlest of hints that lead this reader to believe there is an overriding story arc that are absolutely fascinating to follow...Book Six, here I come!
March 22, 2021
A WINTER MYSTERY.
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Why yes, I did finish this book in less than 24 hours because I didn’t want to put it down.
So much is happening in so few pages y’all! I didn’t know how it was all leading up until the mystery started being unraveled. I love how with each mystery the larger plot of the entire series keeps unfurling. I’m not sure where that’s quite leading to, but I am definitely here for the ride. I can’t believe I’m almost to the halfway point [There’s 11 books + 2 side stories].
This one made a few things clearer in regards to Wanda and her love life. And I am totally on board which I feel is why I’m still invested in this stories. It’s kind of hit or miss in that department (as it always is with ships).
I love how themed this was with Christmas and the Winter Solstice. It made it playful and fun even if it did have its usual dash of murder. I’m smitten with these lovable characters and can’t wait to see what happens next.
Overall audience notes:
- Paranormal cozy mystery
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Violence: murder
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Why yes, I did finish this book in less than 24 hours because I didn’t want to put it down.
So much is happening in so few pages y’all! I didn’t know how it was all leading up until the mystery started being unraveled. I love how with each mystery the larger plot of the entire series keeps unfurling. I’m not sure where that’s quite leading to, but I am definitely here for the ride. I can’t believe I’m almost to the halfway point [There’s 11 books + 2 side stories].
This one made a few things clearer in regards to Wanda and her love life. And I am totally on board which I feel is why I’m still invested in this stories. It’s kind of hit or miss in that department (as it always is with ships).
I love how themed this was with Christmas and the Winter Solstice. It made it playful and fun even if it did have its usual dash of murder. I’m smitten with these lovable characters and can’t wait to see what happens next.
Overall audience notes:
- Paranormal cozy mystery
- Language: none
- Romance: kisses
- Violence: murder
October 23, 2023
It’s Christmastime with the Wayfair’s!
Just a stupidly ridiculous coincidence that made me happy is that I ended up reading this book on March 24-25... meaning exactly nine months until Christmas! Little things like that bring me large amounts of silly joy.
The mystery in this one was pretty good, but there’s honestly so much building up for the larger story arc in this one. More so than any of the previous books. That’s not being counted as a negative at all. It’s all getting very exciting. I need to start the next one ASAP because my gosh things are a-brewin’.
Just a stupidly ridiculous coincidence that made me happy is that I ended up reading this book on March 24-25... meaning exactly nine months until Christmas! Little things like that bring me large amounts of silly joy.
The mystery in this one was pretty good, but there’s honestly so much building up for the larger story arc in this one. More so than any of the previous books. That’s not being counted as a negative at all. It’s all getting very exciting. I need to start the next one ASAP because my gosh things are a-brewin’.
April 13, 2018
Since I don't normally write reviews unless I have something specific to say, here's the break down of how I rate my books...
1 star... This book was bad, so bad I may have given up and skipped to the end. I will avoid this author like the plague in the future.
2 stars... This book was not very good, and I won't be reading any more from the author.
3 stars... This book was ok, but I won't go out of my way to read more, But if I find another book by the author for under a dollar I'd pick it up.
4 stars... I really enjoyed this book and will definitely be on the look out to pick up more from the series/author.
5 stars... I loved this book! It has earned a permanent home in my collection and I'll be picking up the rest of the series and other books from the author ASAP.
December 6, 2019
Another Good Mystery with a Long Running Background Story
This book and others in the series nicely mesh two stories into one novel. The first story is a murder mystery that starts because witches familiars come to Wanda when their witch is murdered. Each book has an interesting mystery to solve although the resolution is not always brilliant logic. The second story wends it’s way though the series. It develops the life, character, and relationships of Wanda to her family and friends.
Wanda isn’t as erudite as Sherlock and the story has a lot of focus on the characters, their follies, and their love lives. The series is fun to read and keeps you interested.
This book and others in the series nicely mesh two stories into one novel. The first story is a murder mystery that starts because witches familiars come to Wanda when their witch is murdered. Each book has an interesting mystery to solve although the resolution is not always brilliant logic. The second story wends it’s way though the series. It develops the life, character, and relationships of Wanda to her family and friends.
Wanda isn’t as erudite as Sherlock and the story has a lot of focus on the characters, their follies, and their love lives. The series is fun to read and keeps you interested.
December 29, 2019
Wrapped Up Tight
Such a wild array of caracters carreing you around the bend and back again paranormal and norm holidays all in a row makes for one humorous and warm loving read even with a murder at the beginning .This is one of those murder cozey mysterys that gives you the warm fuzzies not cold nightmares. If you enjoy Christmas, winter solstice and witches ,warlocks, werewolves ...rolled up in one great cozey aquier " Wrapping Up" so you can enjoy reading it as much as I have. 🤔🙄😏😉😏😀 Kat
Such a wild array of caracters carreing you around the bend and back again paranormal and norm holidays all in a row makes for one humorous and warm loving read even with a murder at the beginning .This is one of those murder cozey mysterys that gives you the warm fuzzies not cold nightmares. If you enjoy Christmas, winter solstice and witches ,warlocks, werewolves ...rolled up in one great cozey aquier " Wrapping Up" so you can enjoy reading it as much as I have. 🤔🙄😏😉😏😀 Kat
August 24, 2024
Perfection!
Such a fun and wonderful read. Well, not fun for the murder victim, but it is the time of year for festivities! Wanda has a lot on her plate this year. And it’s more than just finding the perfect gifts for friends and family. In addition to all that, Gabriel is behaving horribly! I suspect that the only reason Wanda keeps taking him back, sorta, is because of the unidentified cologne he wears. This is not part of this book, just my own observations. Can’t wait to start on the next book!
Such a fun and wonderful read. Well, not fun for the murder victim, but it is the time of year for festivities! Wanda has a lot on her plate this year. And it’s more than just finding the perfect gifts for friends and family. In addition to all that, Gabriel is behaving horribly! I suspect that the only reason Wanda keeps taking him back, sorta, is because of the unidentified cologne he wears. This is not part of this book, just my own observations. Can’t wait to start on the next book!
December 1, 2019
An enjoyable Christmas mystery.
The first book I've read of this series. Wanda must solve the murder of a beloved witch. I like the pace of the story. I like the humor. Instead of only cats for familiars, in here are different animals. There are plenty of suspects and motives, as well as Winter Solstice and Christmas celebrations.
The first book I've read of this series. Wanda must solve the murder of a beloved witch. I like the pace of the story. I like the humor. Instead of only cats for familiars, in here are different animals. There are plenty of suspects and motives, as well as Winter Solstice and Christmas celebrations.
January 1, 2020
Wrapping Up
Wanda gets a visit from 3 blind mice telling her their witch was murdered and her name is Winnie. No last name or where she lives. They found her by following the sent of her bat. First she has to find out her last name then who murdered her. The cast of characters and storylines where great. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Wanda gets a visit from 3 blind mice telling her their witch was murdered and her name is Winnie. No last name or where she lives. They found her by following the sent of her bat. First she has to find out her last name then who murdered her. The cast of characters and storylines where great. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
March 31, 2020
Vegan weredogs and Santa Claus you know it's going to be good
Of course there's a murder and intrigue but throw in some yummy Christmas pastries and I'm hooked. There is also the holiday drama no matter what you call your celebration. Soo many emotions about soo many people. Will they find the killer in time to enjoy the festivities?
Of course there's a murder and intrigue but throw in some yummy Christmas pastries and I'm hooked. There is also the holiday drama no matter what you call your celebration. Soo many emotions about soo many people. Will they find the killer in time to enjoy the festivities?
April 12, 2020
This time there are three blind mice familiars who want Wanda to help them find whoever murdered the person they were familiars for. There's some questions about Gabriel's father, a masked ball, Lassie (Max's cousin), a Solstice holiday and a woman that seems to complain about everything.
Another pretty good story in the series.
Another pretty good story in the series.
October 25, 2020
A great witch mystery!
I love this series. The characters are well-written and the story lines are amazing. In this book the story carries on during Christmas. The crimes are hard to crack, when you think, you've figured out the mystery a new piece of information makes you second guess yourself. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
I love this series. The characters are well-written and the story lines are amazing. In this book the story carries on during Christmas. The crimes are hard to crack, when you think, you've figured out the mystery a new piece of information makes you second guess yourself. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
June 14, 2022
The Most Wonderful Tome Of The Year!
A great Christmas story with a strange murder to solve. With a lot of other happy things going on too. LoL that wasn't a typo, it's an itty bitty pun, I needed a T word for book, I was almost going to use title but thought Tome was a better fit.
A great Christmas story with a strange murder to solve. With a lot of other happy things going on too. LoL that wasn't a typo, it's an itty bitty pun, I needed a T word for book, I was almost going to use title but thought Tome was a better fit.
January 12, 2026
The fact that she only seems to like the guy when she can smell his cologne or smell it on the gifts he gives her is a red flag, right? Like, I'm not the only one wondering why she doesn't mention this to anyone, am I? I love all things cinnamon, but if I only liked a guy when he smelled like cinnamon, I would not stay with him--magical world or not.
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March 15, 2018
Love this series and Wanda Wayfair!
I am a relatively new devotee of cozy mysteries but this is my favorite series so far! Very well written with lovable characters and great plots!
I am a relatively new devotee of cozy mysteries but this is my favorite series so far! Very well written with lovable characters and great plots!
December 4, 2019
Who is Max
I am currently reading this book. But honestly who is Max? Her roommate, pet?? He's just there curling up on the couch with her and the 3 blind mice. An introduction would've been nice. He just appears from nowhere.
I am currently reading this book. But honestly who is Max? Her roommate, pet?? He's just there curling up on the couch with her and the 3 blind mice. An introduction would've been nice. He just appears from nowhere.
December 14, 2019
Wrapping Up
What a cute story. Werebears, witches, werewolves and a lot more. A death of a wonderful witch, caused many opposing sides to unite and find out who did it and why. Got introduced to new loved and old loved. Very entertaining story!
What a cute story. Werebears, witches, werewolves and a lot more. A death of a wonderful witch, caused many opposing sides to unite and find out who did it and why. Got introduced to new loved and old loved. Very entertaining story!
June 24, 2021
I don't have all the Wayfair Witches books, but each one has been really good. A good group of "other" paranormals, working together, as friends and co-workers. I'm really enjoying the AA Albright books.
July 2, 2022
The first two books in the series had me enticed. By the 3rd book I as over the main character, Wanda, but I hung in hoping for a little romance. I read up to book #7 and finally decided I’d enough.
The series because predictable and slow moving for me. If it gets better, someone let me know.
The series because predictable and slow moving for me. If it gets better, someone let me know.
August 13, 2018
Wrapping Up
Great story and a very fun book to read. I highly recommend this series to anyone that is looking for something good to read.
Great story and a very fun book to read. I highly recommend this series to anyone that is looking for something good to read.
June 17, 2019
Book 5
The best book of the series so far. The book was entertaining and good to read. I recommend this book to my friends and family. Happy Reading!
The best book of the series so far. The book was entertaining and good to read. I recommend this book to my friends and family. Happy Reading!
January 1, 2020
Nice tie together.....
...or several winter holidays. A bit off a stretch with the outcome of the murderer, but the Mrs Dove mystery was a clever addition.
...or several winter holidays. A bit off a stretch with the outcome of the murderer, but the Mrs Dove mystery was a clever addition.
April 27, 2020
Fantasy mystery
Cute quick read. Clean. Fun characters with a good plot. Part of a series with more stories in the same world.
Cute quick read. Clean. Fun characters with a good plot. Part of a series with more stories in the same world.
June 6, 2020
Great book!. Wonderful read!
Book #5 in the series and I can't wait to start #6. Good characters. Love the story line and the humor. Heartily recommend this series and the author.
Book #5 in the series and I can't wait to start #6. Good characters. Love the story line and the humor. Heartily recommend this series and the author.
October 25, 2020
Another wonderful story in the series with plenty of lighthearted moments amongst the more serious.
April 10, 2021
Winter Solstice
No matter whether you celebrate Solstice or Christmas, or both, murder shouldn't a part of the celebration. Good character development and fun plot twists abound.
No matter whether you celebrate Solstice or Christmas, or both, murder shouldn't a part of the celebration. Good character development and fun plot twists abound.
September 14, 2025
Another witchy mystery, set at the December solstice this time. I found it very entertaining.
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February 7, 2023I REALLY wish these were available as audio!! I could go to sleep to them then. And renew the next morning. Holidays, it's a good one.
May 12, 2025
Can't Get Enough Of This Series!!!
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