As Grimoire as It Gets (Witching Hour #5) by Christine Zane Thomas

As Grimoire as It Gets (Witching Hour #5) Reviews

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  T.L. Brown

  This is by far the best book in the Witching Hour series! Christine Zane Thomas weaved in so many twists and turns - and managed to keep everything on the rails (even when they were going off the rails for the characters).
  
  Early on in this series the author reeled me in with her inside jokes and slight campiness. (The Creel Creek After Dark podcasts, a favorite ongoing theme, add so much to the storyline.) As the series continued, the Witching Hour characters have filled out into amazing "people" you wouldn't mind having in your own small town. (Although you could probably do without the baddies...)
  
  While there is definitely humor throughout this series, the author also knows when to introduce tender moments. Case in point: In "As Grimoire as It Gets" the scene between Constance and young Elsie on movie night will pull at your heartstrings. (Oh!)
  
  I've loved the relationship between Constance and her familiar, Brad. I bet most readers do. The author laid the groundwork in previous books for testing this critical relationship - and boy did she. I was on pins and needles by the end of this book. In contrast to shaking up the Constance-Brad relationship, the author brought together the town's paranormals in a climax of epic proportions (this is no hyperbole here). That is one scene I would LOVE to see in a movie.
  
  For fans of this series you might notice a bit of a "step back" from character Dave - Constance's love interest. Don't get me wrong, he's still there but this latest book really focuses on the power in (and out of) Constance's hands. I think this was a great choice by the author.
  
  The cliffhangers in "As Grimoire as It Gets" are plentiful. What will happen to "the books"? (Brilliant unwinding of what the individual books really are.) Do we really understand the Faction (and who is controlling it)? Who can Constance trust? And... we said goodbye (for now) to a couple of characters. How will that play out in the next book?
  
  Hurry, Christine Zane Thomas, we're all waiting to find out!
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  Angela Griffin

  Fabulous plot, action, and surprises!
  
  OMG!! Friend to enemy and back...enemies to friends (ish)...enemy into enemy...this wonderfully complex tale embodies the old saying, "Believe half of what you see and none of what you hear." The characters, relationships, and skills are evolving. The intensity is ratcheting upwards; "If you can't beat them, join them. Then beat them" sounds so benign but feels so sinister! Yet there's still room for a sweet moment or two, and a child's innocent wish may be granted. This writing duo is amazing; I can't wait to discover what will happen with the shake-up of alliances and when treachery will be revealed!
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  Dawn Steenken korzekwa

  Wishing for a 4.5 or a 4.75...
  
  So I'm really wishing I could give this book a 4.5 or 4.75. I loved the book; however, I totally saw this one person ended up being bad. It really disappointed me because it was the 1st time I saw anything coming and was right about it. And it made me sad to because now the whole series will shift...or I'm willing to bet it's going to. As far as the rest of this book, it was pretty darn good! It had a great story, with the normal unexpected twists and turns, but it also had some sadness in it as well. It made me cry towards the end!! And I'm just hoping everything works and settles down in the next book.
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  Myra Ball

  Just Wow!
  
  These authors can spin a story with lots of twist and excellent characters. This series is a bit more melancholy than other books in the genre but it also adds depth. I have to admit that I never expected many of the twist that were revealed as the book progressed. I'm still shocked.
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  Nancy Martinez

  Amazing
  
  I was really sad to read one of the characters left the story but I really think she has a mission to be determine in the next book. I believe she will come back with a vengeance and help creel creek rid the town of the evil that lurks at night. We'll see when the next book comes out.
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  Linda

  Loves this series
  
  I don't always find a seriesof books enjoyable as there are usually one or two that don't hold up well. This series has been the exception so far. Each book has been engaging in its own right and the characters and their stories continue to evolve. It's a wonderful cozy read.
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  Dee Smith

  Really Good
  
  I really like this series And each book gets better and better. There is so much going on and so much danger and intrigue that it keeps you in the edge of your seat. Really good!!
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  Deidre Hasenbalg

  great read!
  
  Loved this book. Lots of action and different troubles. I like that they’re vastly different instead of same shh different day haha thanks for another great book. Ready to read the next!
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  Leann

  While I've enjoying reading this series I have been disappointed in books 4 and 5, the endings have been so convoluted that I read the last couple chapters twice, but still could not figure out who was doing what. Still worth reading.
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  Beverly Owens

  Another great one
  
  Well, some interesting things were revealed in this one. Good twists in the plot and some partial resolutions. Why do I get the feeling it only means there will be new things in need of being brought to a resolution?
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  Terhi

  As Ghouly As It Gets could be another title for this one! Lots of secrets revealed and a surprise family happening in this installment. Some of the story was a little confusing to follow in the midst of all the secrets and revelations but it all became clear in the end!
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  Lottie

  An interesting book. I enjoyed reading it. The ending was a little disappointing.
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  Matthew Murray

  Enjoyed
  
  I am really enjoying this series the more I have read your characters and the story line are fun to read.
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  Heidi Burmann

  Happy sad, excited, hopeful
  
  All these emotions run through you. A fabulous book, looking forward to the next one. :-) :-) what will happen next
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  Jennifer Eckel

  The Series keeps improving
  
  Well book five is finished, and boy oh boy is there an interesting twist. Actually, make it two. And the owl and racoon is involved
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  Tanya Marie

  There are so many twists and turns in this series...it's great! I was most surprised of the ending and can't wait until the next book in the series. Surprising outcome!
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  Deb Dionne

  As Grimoire as It Gets
  
  A wonderful action packed book with lots of supernatural creatures. A hard book to put down! Totally loved it and can’t wait for the next one.