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Witching Hour #6
While You Were Spellbound
A new chapter. A hidden threat.
Constance has her mother back, but it came at a high price. Her familiar lied to her. Her grandmother’s gone. And her boyfriend has given her space—space she isn't sure she needs.
She concedes by taking her first official mission for the Faction, hoping to solve a few questions of her own:
Where is Morgana?
Can she help her mother recover her memory?
And will they ever be safe?
While she’s gone, there's a string of mysterious crimes in Creel Creek, ultimately leading to a botched burglary and a murder. The perpetrators of which share the same curious trait—they don’t remember committing these crimes.
Dave needs help. But will the mysteries bring them closer together or push them farther apart?
While You Were Spellbound is the sixth installment in the Witching Hour series. Perfect for readers of Paranormal Cozy Mystery, Urban Fantasy, and Paranormal Women’s Fiction.
Constance has her mother back, but it came at a high price. Her familiar lied to her. Her grandmother’s gone. And her boyfriend has given her space—space she isn't sure she needs.
She concedes by taking her first official mission for the Faction, hoping to solve a few questions of her own:
Where is Morgana?
Can she help her mother recover her memory?
And will they ever be safe?
While she’s gone, there's a string of mysterious crimes in Creel Creek, ultimately leading to a botched burglary and a murder. The perpetrators of which share the same curious trait—they don’t remember committing these crimes.
Dave needs help. But will the mysteries bring them closer together or push them farther apart?
While You Were Spellbound is the sixth installment in the Witching Hour series. Perfect for readers of Paranormal Cozy Mystery, Urban Fantasy, and Paranormal Women’s Fiction.
221 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 19, 2022
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About the author
Christine Zane Thomas
72 books186 followersChristine Zane Thomas is the pen name of a husband and wife team whose love of mystery and sleuths spurred the creation of their own mysterious writer alter-ego.
While not writing, they can be found in northwest Florida with their two children and schnauzer, Tinker Bell.
Their love of food takes them all around the South. Sometimes they sprinkle in the occasional trip to Disney World. Food and Wine is their favorite season.
While not writing, they can be found in northwest Florida with their two children and schnauzer, Tinker Bell.
Their love of food takes them all around the South. Sometimes they sprinkle in the occasional trip to Disney World. Food and Wine is their favorite season.
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July 30, 2022
Still good
A nice light read. I didn't mind myself quite as enthralled with this book as I was with some of the author's other books in the series. It was still good though and there are still loose ends to wrap up, so I'm sure we will be hearing more from the gang at Creel Creek.
A nice light read. I didn't mind myself quite as enthralled with this book as I was with some of the author's other books in the series. It was still good though and there are still loose ends to wrap up, so I'm sure we will be hearing more from the gang at Creel Creek.
May 4, 2023
weak link
This is one of the weaker books in the series. The editing and copyediting are sub par. It has several distracting errors and plot points that feel shoehorned in. The internal logic, magic, and character’s reactions to challenges don’t feel compelling.
There are a number of chilling, well written scenes in between a lot of lackluster went there, did that. There was no emotional payout for many ideas foreshadowed, hinted, or outright promised info from previous books.
This is one of the weaker books in the series. The editing and copyediting are sub par. It has several distracting errors and plot points that feel shoehorned in. The internal logic, magic, and character’s reactions to challenges don’t feel compelling.
There are a number of chilling, well written scenes in between a lot of lackluster went there, did that. There was no emotional payout for many ideas foreshadowed, hinted, or outright promised info from previous books.
June 6, 2022
What a twist
So, Constance n has her mother back (sort of), her grandmother decided to take it to another world (quite literally), and Creel Creek is just as paranormal as ever. Now that Constance has joined the Faction as their secret keeper, just what will she encounter? Can she fix her broken mother? Will she be able to locate and deal with Morgana? All this will be answered, to a.degree, in this book.
As usual, it is a fun read, and very imaginative in its take on magic, witches and the like.
So, Constance n has her mother back (sort of), her grandmother decided to take it to another world (quite literally), and Creel Creek is just as paranormal as ever. Now that Constance has joined the Faction as their secret keeper, just what will she encounter? Can she fix her broken mother? Will she be able to locate and deal with Morgana? All this will be answered, to a.degree, in this book.
As usual, it is a fun read, and very imaginative in its take on magic, witches and the like.
August 9, 2022
Magical entertainment
I cannot say enough good things about this series! Constance and her friends are delightful; their interactions are realistic and fun. The magic is wielded mindfully, the mystery (mysteries?) is engaging, and Constance's decency may have earned her an unexpected ally. She is sure to need it: I/S (no spoiler!), Harris, and Gran's forgotten deal have yet to be dealt with. I hate that I'll have to wait for Book 7!
I cannot say enough good things about this series! Constance and her friends are delightful; their interactions are realistic and fun. The magic is wielded mindfully, the mystery (mysteries?) is engaging, and Constance's decency may have earned her an unexpected ally. She is sure to need it: I/S (no spoiler!), Harris, and Gran's forgotten deal have yet to be dealt with. I hate that I'll have to wait for Book 7!
February 24, 2023
Even familiars can go bad
Constance knew demons couldn't be trusted, nor warlocks. She never would have believed that a witch's familiar could also be evil. Her own familiar had told her a few lies, bad enough, but a familiar known as Morgana was as evil as any demon. She cost Constance nearly twenty years of time with her mom! And NIW she gas Constance in her sights. Can Constance take her in and send her away to familiar jail?
Constance knew demons couldn't be trusted, nor warlocks. She never would have believed that a witch's familiar could also be evil. Her own familiar had told her a few lies, bad enough, but a familiar known as Morgana was as evil as any demon. She cost Constance nearly twenty years of time with her mom! And NIW she gas Constance in her sights. Can Constance take her in and send her away to familiar jail?
May 14, 2022
Twists and Turns
This book offered a lot of surprise twists with slot of answers to past story lines. It a!so opens up some potential future story lines. I hope they are explored. The ending was happy for now and opens up the possibilities for more in depth development t for some of the characters which is always good for a series. I hope Christine does so.
This book offered a lot of surprise twists with slot of answers to past story lines. It a!so opens up some potential future story lines. I hope they are explored. The ending was happy for now and opens up the possibilities for more in depth development t for some of the characters which is always good for a series. I hope Christine does so.
May 15, 2022
This series started off strong, but it's losing a bit of steam for me in this one. Aside from some bad editing, the dialogue was rough going in places. I like the story overall but I'm not seeing the character development that makes a really good series un-put-downable. Curious to see what sort of new faction appears in the next one and if there's any more interesting character development.
July 18, 2022
While You Were Spellbound: Witching Hour Book 6!
I liked the closed links in this book 6 of Witching Hour. Ivan gets finished off, Morgana gets put away securely, Constance and her mom get back together, but her dad is gone, and Constance gets a new vampire ally. Constance and Dave keep getting closer and making the girls safer. Can't imagine what book 7 is going to be about!
I liked the closed links in this book 6 of Witching Hour. Ivan gets finished off, Morgana gets put away securely, Constance and her mom get back together, but her dad is gone, and Constance gets a new vampire ally. Constance and Dave keep getting closer and making the girls safer. Can't imagine what book 7 is going to be about!
April 20, 2022
While You Were Spellbound
Good book. Loved she got her mother back. That adventures were as always 'out of this world'. The complete package of unique characters, great storyline and excellent writing. Very good book.
Good book. Loved she got her mother back. That adventures were as always 'out of this world'. The complete package of unique characters, great storyline and excellent writing. Very good book.
May 14, 2022
Packed full of so many things
Cleared up a lot of mysteries from the past to the present in this one. Didn't see it all coming and it was a rush! Look forward to going back to Creel Creek again and again!
Cleared up a lot of mysteries from the past to the present in this one. Didn't see it all coming and it was a rush! Look forward to going back to Creel Creek again and again!
May 20, 2022
While You Were Spellbound
What a ride this book was. So much paranormal action and excitement. I just couldn’t read it fast enough. Now I have to wait for the next one…oh the pain, lol.
What a ride this book was. So much paranormal action and excitement. I just couldn’t read it fast enough. Now I have to wait for the next one…oh the pain, lol.
May 27, 2022
Another couldn't put it down
Still kept me spellbound to the end. About the time that I thought I might have figured it out, a twist would come. Enjoyed this one as much as the others.
Still kept me spellbound to the end. About the time that I thought I might have figured it out, a twist would come. Enjoyed this one as much as the others.
May 29, 2022
They're getting lazy
I still enjoy the story line, but the release of this book was delayed at least twice, and after all that, the editing was still terrible. Spelling and grammatical errors abound.
I still enjoy the story line, but the release of this book was delayed at least twice, and after all that, the editing was still terrible. Spelling and grammatical errors abound.
July 22, 2022
GREAT SERIES
HAVE READ ALL 6 BOOKS, LOVE THEM ALL. Each one got better than the last. The five books fit together perfectly & answered a lot of questions. There are still a few new questions for the next book which is several months away, DARN IT!
HAVE READ ALL 6 BOOKS, LOVE THEM ALL. Each one got better than the last. The five books fit together perfectly & answered a lot of questions. There are still a few new questions for the next book which is several months away, DARN IT!
May 14, 2023
This Story keeps getting better!
This series is just my cup of tea. It moves quickly and the story is interesting. I like the paranormals in it and the way it concludes a mystery but keeps you coming back for the next instalment.
This series is just my cup of tea. It moves quickly and the story is interesting. I like the paranormals in it and the way it concludes a mystery but keeps you coming back for the next instalment.
May 27, 2023
great fun!
Vampires and witches and soul stealing oh my…..
Creek Creek is a funny place and not funny haha - funny weird. Check it out and meet these quirky characters and figure out their world!
Vampires and witches and soul stealing oh my…..
Creek Creek is a funny place and not funny haha - funny weird. Check it out and meet these quirky characters and figure out their world!
March 29, 2024
Better and Better
Love this series! The first few books were a bit slow, but I am so glad I stuck with it. The first books laid out an awesome foundation for the other books to pull from and keep you guessing as to what twist will happen next!
Love this series! The first few books were a bit slow, but I am so glad I stuck with it. The first books laid out an awesome foundation for the other books to pull from and keep you guessing as to what twist will happen next!
October 16, 2024
While You Were Spellbound had me on my toes the entire time. There were so many twist and turns throughout but it also answered past story lines from previous books. It was just enough to keep you happy. It was an easy and fast read.
April 22, 2022
So much deception
Who do you trust? Lies, bodies stolen, memories lost, and people vanishing. Who can be believed? I enjoyed this story of a witch discovering her magic.
Who do you trust? Lies, bodies stolen, memories lost, and people vanishing. Who can be believed? I enjoyed this story of a witch discovering her magic.
April 23, 2022
Loved it!
I really loved this story! It was filled with witches and magic, demons and ghosts, murder and mystery, familiars and other realms.
I really loved this story! It was filled with witches and magic, demons and ghosts, murder and mystery, familiars and other realms.
April 30, 2022
A good paranormal mystery! I look forward to the next one.
May 16, 2022
This has been an interesting series.I look forward
to what will happen in the next book
to what will happen in the next book
May 19, 2022
It's a White cis-het world; and her bf is a bit of a jerk, and she lets him.
Otherwise enjoyable.
Otherwise enjoyable.
June 13, 2022
loved it
Loving this series. I look forward to seeing Constance continue to grow and solve the mysteries as they come . Great read
Loving this series. I look forward to seeing Constance continue to grow and solve the mysteries as they come . Great read
July 6, 2022
fantastic!
Loved this book so creative and unlike anything I’ve read. I enjoyed the details and pictures she draws for you. Can’t wait for the next book.
Loved this book so creative and unlike anything I’ve read. I enjoyed the details and pictures she draws for you. Can’t wait for the next book.
September 29, 2022
Kittee Approved!!!!!💜💜💜💜💜
This book has been read, laughed at, gasped at, raged at, cried over, nd is now cherished nd treasured by Kittee. Read It!
This book has been read, laughed at, gasped at, raged at, cried over, nd is now cherished nd treasured by Kittee. Read It!
December 14, 2022
Spellbound
Interesting magical mystery. Lies and truths are flying around. Who to trust? Things are not as they seem. No cliffhanger and a happy for now.
Interesting magical mystery. Lies and truths are flying around. Who to trust? Things are not as they seem. No cliffhanger and a happy for now.
July 26, 2023
I thoroughly enjoy this series. I enjoy that the MC is in her 40s and doesn't complain like she's 80 and I enjoy the storyline. It is quite different from the rest.
January 22, 2025
cute series - audiobook
June 15, 2025
Amazingly good
Totally hooked, never read anything like it before, bought the first one by mistake then just had to carry on!
Totally hooked, never read anything like it before, bought the first one by mistake then just had to carry on!
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