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A Witch's Lament (The Salem Witches Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Cathy Walker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Sometimes the past refuses to remain buried.

Salem, Massachusetts, has built a thriving industry of tourism on the foundations of its dark past. But, beneath the seaside charm, bewitching shops, and seasonal surge of witches and thrill-seekers, the ancient darkness still lurks.

When Skye purchases an historic house in Salem, she steps into a world of ancient magick as her arrival triggers a series of shocking events. Her dormant powers surface the night she stumbles on a hidden room in her new home and uncovers a skeleton, a cloth-wrapped knife, and an ancient journal.

Unbeknownst to Skye, her family’s past is interwoven with the darkness and as she struggles with her newfound powers, the malevolent force that has haunted Salem for centuries stirs and begins a rampage of blood and death.

Haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his mother during a ritual three decades ago, local police officer Jerome Phips, is shocked when he learns the skeleton found belongs to his mother. Bound by a shared destiny, Skye and Jerome must unravel the dark secrets of Salem’s past and defeat the dark force that threatens to destroy Salem.

In this spellbinding tale of destiny and the eternal battle between light and darkness, Skye must learn to embrace her birth task, while Jerome struggles with the ghosts of his past.

Will they succeed, or will the town once again fall prey to the shadows that lurk beneath the surface?

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Books have fueled my imagination since reading the Black Stallion series when I was younger. Never thinking that I could actually write a book, I sat down and began anyway. I now have 5 published books and more on the way, all of them with a theme of myths, legends, romance or fantasy.

I am fortunate enough to live on a farm filled with animals to love and care for. Every morning I am greeted at the barnyard by dogs, cats, goats, and horses and time spent with all of them helps motivate me to write.

I also design book covers for various genres. There are premades available on my website and I do custom covers for clients who want a more personalized cover.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00TCREF5S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (February 7, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 7, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3106 KB
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 278 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1519494726
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    Catherine Anne Collins writes books that focus on myths, legends, romance, and fantasy. After daydreaming her way through her school years, she decided it would probably be a good idea to put her imagination to work and write books. Currently, she has five published novels.

    Her first novel, Sword Across Time, garnered great reviews with comparisons between her writing style and that of Marion Zimmer Bradley and Mary Stewart. Her next two novels, The Crystal of Light and A Witch's Lament, finaled in the Next Generation 2009 Independent Book Publishers Awards, with A Witch's Lament finaling in two categories. Solitary Cove and A Witch’s Legacy, sequel to A Witch’s Lament, are now available as well.

    You can find Catherine on her 50-acre farm playing with her barnyard full of animals and writing her next novel. You can find information on her books and photos of her animals on her website: www.catherineannecollins.com

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    An avid reader since childhood, I used to wake up in the morning to read before going to school. The books that grew my love for reading were the Black Stallion books by Walter Farley. My daydreams leaned toward finding myself stranded on a desert island with a black stallion only I could ride. Those daydreams helped me make it through what I considered the drudgery of school.

    Currently, I am living my lifelong dream on a 50-acre farm in Ontario, Canada. Living on a farm has proven to be time consuming, especially since a friend gave me two baby goats as a farm-warming gift and I continued to add to my herd. Eventually, my herd of 12 goats aged and died, but they left me with a true love and appreciation for goats. Currently, I have a Welsh pony, mini horse, 2 dogs and 5 cats, and 2 guinea pigs. I would love goats again one day, but am focusing on my writing for now.

    My husband runs a traditional archery range and store on our farm, while I spend my time writing, designing book covers for authors worldwide, and spending time with my animals.

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Debbie Meeks
5.0 out of 5 stars Best story I have read in a long time, and I read tons of books
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2022
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Well crafted, suspenseful, captivating! I believe the author accomplished what any good storywriter sets out to do. She transported me, the reader, out of the humdrum of reality into a unique world where I could escape my everyday problems. My senses were reeling with the delightful words that expressed tension and the gamut of emotions.

I don't usually read fantasies; I read historical fiction and coming-of-age stories. But this one drew me in with the descriptive language, and I was at once immersed in a story I could not put down such were the cliff hangers. I guess one could consider it to be historical fiction. Even though I don't have knowledge of the Salem Witch trials, I know it was based on them. I bet the author did a fair amount of research in order to portray believable characters that knew how to practice their craft.

This is also a story of love, mercy, forgiveness, and coming to terms with your past.

Brilliant! Thank you, Cathy.
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mz johansen
4.0 out of 5 stars Witch Fantasy Done Well
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2021
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Witches. What can I say but that they always fascinate me...fantasies that they are. Some of my maternal ancestors lived in Salem before and during the time of the trials ...so Salem is n added bonus in a book about witches for me.

This book held my interest; well paced with a bevy of interestingly designed characters there was nothing I did not enjoy.

Light reading? Yes, surely! Entertaining and easy reading? Yes! Just what I needed as a fun diversion while Covid lockdowns continue for awhile longer. I am looking forward to reading Book 2.
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Diana Stout
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic read
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018
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From the first paragraph, I was hooked. I didn’t want to put the book down, and it’s one of those books that took more time because I wanted to read every word. I didn’t want to miss anything!

Skye Temple has purchased a house in Salem, Mass, having been drawn to the house. On a whim. Having returned to town to pick up the keys, where she meets a few townspeople, she learns that she’s purchased Sarah Good’s house, one of the women who was hanged during the Salem witch trials.

While she knows she has powers, she has no idea to the extent of those powers. She has promised her mother that she would never use her powers without her mother’s presence. While Skye doesn’t count buying a house without her mother’s knowledge as breaking that promise, when she starts having strange visions, unlike ever before and then finds a woman’s skeleton behind a secret door in her library that she instinctively went to, she realizes she could be in danger. Only now, she can’t seem to make contact with her mother.

Each chapter is a page turner, with a cast of witching characters. Why not? We’re in Salem, after all. While I thought I knew who the villain was early on, I kept changing my mind as events unfolded. I’m known to go to the end of a book to read the ending and then analyze the writing as I finish a book, but not this time. I wanted to be surprised.

If I were able, I’d be giving this book more than the five I’m allowed. Well done!
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ROBIN A WITTS
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic witch story
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2023
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Salem, MA is one of my favorite places to visit. So as soon as I read that this story is based from there, I just had to read it. This book did not disappoint. It's mysteriously thrilling. Ir was great to see Skye and Jerome grow into their powers and come together. I loved that it was based with actual history. Can't wait to read what comes next.
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Chris
3.0 out of 5 stars How stupid can you be?
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2020
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Really? Where the hell is Skye's backbone? Grow a freaking lady pair!!!! Ignore your gut and let everyone walk all over you? She deserves it for being so stupid! Dear god it's like those cheesy 80's horror movies where the dumb chick always ignores reason and goes down into the basement. *smacks forehead*
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Macgyver
5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Good Read
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2022
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Having visited Salem almost 20 times in the last 25 years, and as a practicing witch, I thought all stories involving Salem were told. Wrong! Cathy Walker's imagination created as entertaining story around such rich history. I finished this book is 24 hours (when I should have been working). It was the perfect book to get into the mood of the coming fall and maybe another trip to Salem. I know her stories will be those to go to when you need a quick read to get your heart pumping and transport you into a place of magic and love. Well done Cathy.
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snave51
4.0 out of 5 stars Good witch story
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2021
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Salem , Massachusetts is well known as a "witchy" place . Skye Temple was drawn to a house there that she purchased as if on impulse . She knew she and her mother had powers, but was not prepared for what was to come . Goodness usually prevails over evil , and her mother ended up beside her. So did Jerome , a local cop. Almost a thriller .
Many typos and some awkward writing .
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Jennifer Fortine
5.0 out of 5 stars Salem witches this books for you
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2023
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One of my absolute favorite books!! If you enjoy reading about the Salem witch trials and history of the families involved… this books for you!!
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Mary Stiver
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Reviewed in Canada on February 11, 2023
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I don't want to give anything away, so all I will say is it is a very good read. It is one of those books that you take to bed and read into the early hours of the morning. Looking forward to starting the next book in the series tonight.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Like a mini vacation to Salem.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 29, 2022
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Love, love loved this book.
I was unable to stop reading it.
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Geetha Krishnan
5.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining read
Reviewed in India on September 27, 2020
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This was quite an enjoyable read, with magic, ancient evil, and family bloodlines all coming together in an intriguing novel. The language was beautiful, and the two main characters well fleshed out. There is some blood and gore, but nothing that detracted me from reading. Overall, a solid and entertaining read.
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TyndaFlat
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
Reviewed in Australia on December 3, 2023
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A great story set around the witches of Salem. I loved how it explored the natural energies of the world and the importance of allowing us to be who we truly are
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Tracey
5.0 out of 5 stars A Witch's Lament
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 7, 2020
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This is the first book I have read by Cathy Walker and believe me it won't be the last.
A Witch's Lament grabbed me from the start and didn't let go to the end. Fast paced and with great characters this is an amazing book.
I can't recommended it highly enough.
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