In a historic house in Astoria, OR lives Lise, who can scent emotion, and sometimes history; Fran, who can hear the spirits of the house talking; and Theodora, or Teddy, owner of the house and former muse to rock stars. The house itself accepts or rejects new renters, and though economics necessitates another housemate, the house so far has not found anyone acceptable. Lise, clerk in a shop that sells crystals, potions, tarot cards, and the like, finds her boss dead the morning after she submits her resignation, and the police officer who responds is a nemesis from her earlier years in Seattle. The three women, unsatisfied with the quick dismissal of the death as coming from natural causes, set out to find the truth. Their methods are creative, exciting, and somewhat dangerous. Our trio has intriguing backstories, and the adjunct characters that assist along the way are a wonderful addition to the cast. This is the first of a promised series from the author of another witchy Oregon series (the Witch Way Librarian books) and readers will look forward eagerly to the next installment.
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