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Deadly Claws: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (A Witch in the Woods Book 1) by [Jenna St. James]

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Deadly Claws: A Paranormal Cozy Mystery (A Witch in the Woods Book 1) Kindle Edition

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Book 1 of 12: A Witch in the Woods

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A 40-year-old Witch with a New Career

A Gargoyle Sheriff Raising a Teenaged Daughter

And an Enchanted Island Full of Secrets

Career-driven witch, Shayla Loci, is about to turn forty and is ready for a change. When she retires from capturing criminal supernaturals for the government, she figures her days of chasing bad guys are over. Little did she know her new job as the game warden on Enchanted Island would thrust her right back into harm's way...and she wasn't even officially on the clock yet! But when Sheriff Stone enlists her help to find out who killed an island resident, Shayla readily agrees. Between sorting through alibis, gathering clues, and mentoring a wayward teenager on how to be a witch...Shayla's life is hectic. If only her estranged dad--the King--wouldn't insist she take her bodyguard, Needles, with her everywhere she goes. Just when Shayla believes she's identified the killer, a new threat emerges...leaving her to make a snap decision that may cost her her life. This new paranormal cozy series with a twist on midlife discovery will leave you guessing and hungry for more!

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March 23, 2021
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08VL4T46H
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 23, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 616 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 156 pages
Lending ‏ : ‎ Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #16,200 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #152 in Witch & Wizard Mysteries
- #200 in Cozy Animal Mystery
- #263 in Cozy Animal Mysteries

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Jenna St. James

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Jenna writes in the genres of cozy/paranormal cozy/ romantic comedy. Her humorous characters and stories revolve around over-the-top family members, creative murders, and there's always a positive element of the military in her stories. Jenna currently lives in Missouri with her fiancé, step-daughter, Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever dog, Brownie, and her tuxedo-cat, Whiskey. She is a former court reporter turned educator turned full-time writer. She has a Master’s degree in Special Education, and an Education Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She also spent twelve years in full-time ministry.

When she’s not writing, Jenna likes to attend beer and wine tastings, go antiquing, visit craft festivals, and spend time with her family and friends. You can find out all about her books and next releases by visiting her website at http://jennastjames.com. Don't forget to sign up for her NEWSLETTER in the fender of the '65 Falcon!

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Sasha

Personality

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2021

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I did not like the mystery in this story. The MC seems nosey and imposing. She asks personal questions that are not her business and gives advice to children, against their parent, which is not her place. MC also gives details of an ongoing murder investigation to everyone. I thought she was a retired investigator.

I do like that the MC uses her strengths and does not need help. Refreshing that people actually believe in her already.

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TMac

A wonderful new series

Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2021

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This is the first book in a spin off series by an amazing author. There are witches, gargoyles, and dead bodies. Who could ask for more??? Then she introduced Needle....I loved this little critter.
This book was wonderfully engaging from start to finish with unpredictable twists and turns.
I enjoyed this book so much that I have the next 2 pre-ordered.

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Cat Burg

Great New Series

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2021

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Jenna St James has done it again! This series includes super naturals that are unique to the series and a set of characters that will keep you turning pages.

A magical flying miniature porcupine serves as a protective side kick who keeps “Princess” safe from harm, whether he is needed or not. Grandma GiGi who lives down the street from the castle is a fun character. I really look forward to see what she does in the future.

And of course there is Alex (a gargoyle) and the sheriff who has a wonderful teenage daughter who is learning to use her magic with GiGi’s and Shayla’s help.

Shayla certainly has an interesting life and it will be great to see how the relationships develop over time.

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Laurel

Sweet Cozy with Very Simplistic story

Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2021

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This book had some very unusual characters. I had to give some thought to the portrayal of her father. I had read many books where the spirit or brain was permanently attached to a fixed item. However, nothing like this. I really liked most of the characters. The problem I had was parts of this book were so boring, I kept drifting off to sleep. Parts of this book appeared to be written for adults. The rest for middle schoolers.

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Spinneretta

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Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2021

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Forty-year old Shayla Loci has returned home to Enchanted Island, having left her old job in the Paranormal Criminal Apprehension unit to take the job as game warden on the island.
There she is reunited with her family, and when she discovers a dead body, she meets the new gargoyle Sheriff, Alex Stone, who is quick to ask for her expert help with the case.

This was a quick, enjoyable read, set in an intriguing world. Shayla’s personal history is a unique one, and makes her a very interesting character.
Numerous magical beings and situations are spread throughout the book, making for an unusual, though entertaining read.

Recommended for paranormal mystery lovers.

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Monam

Fun new series

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2021

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Wonderful spin-off from the Enchanted Island Mysteries: Serena & Grant series. At long last, Serena's cousin Shayla is back home for good and we learn all about her family and history. Enchanting characters and a good mystery with plenty of suspects. Lots of fun surprises with all the residents on the island. Shayla's guardian is a hilarious. Such a fun character. Great start to a wonderful new series.

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triggs

witches, gargoyles and murder

Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2021

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Shayla Loci moves back to Black Forest after being away for 18 years and finds a body. The new sheriff who is a gargoyle is apprehensive at first but needs help investigating. In a town where some supernaturals are born normal and a divide goes between the two. With her snarky guardian a flying porcupine Shayla works to find the killer. Oh and did I mention her dad is a tree?

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Carolann

Such a cute murder mystery

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2021

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This book feels playful to me and very easy reading. They live on a magical island for normal and paranormal folks alike.

Great mystery with a fun bodyguard who happens to be a mini Flying porcupine Who she can communicate with telepathically.

Looking forward to more good stories from this author she did a wonderful job of telling this tale.

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Sue-Dee Numb

Gentle easy read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2021

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Shayla Loci returns to live on the Enchanted Islandw where she grew up. The Island is a haven for supernatural beings and their families, all are welcome regardless of abilities and they are protected as the island is not visible to non supernaturals who might hurt that which they don't understand.

Shayla had worked on the mainland with Paranormal Apprehension and Detention Agency but after 15 years was returning home to be with her mum, Gigi and her father. She has been given the job as the Islands wildlife, fish and forest officer
Unfortunately Shayla finds a body mauled by a werewolf, but all is not as it appears. Shayla joins the new Sheriff to investigate. Can they find the killer?

As I said in the title this is a gentle read its a murder mystery i know, but there's nothing here i would be uncomfortable allowing a teen to read. There are red herrings a plenty and a lively background story with Sheriff Stone, his daughter Zoie and Shayla's gran Gigi. There is also the very adorable protector, a small flying porcupine Needles, small I'm body but large in bravery and sass. I think the romance will develop over the coming series. Gigi mentoring the Sheriff's daughter is also going to bring a lot of shenanigans.

Is this series ground-breaking? - No. I suspect i can tell you some of the upcoming background storylines to come (Sheriff Stones ex wife being one)
Is it enjoyable? Yes.
If your looking for a book you can just pick up and put down without having to keep track of a difficult plot then Deadly Claws is that such book.
I do wish the author was a little more inventive with names! Clawson, Wolfe for wolf shifters, Stone for a gargoyles, Elfman for an elf. You get the picture. You could be called Joe Bloggs and still be a great wolf! But this is a minor issue and to be fair probably more my issue than the authors!!

it was only after I finished that i discovered that there are books about the Enchanted Island and the story of Shayla's cousin Serena and her Wolf deputy boyfriend Grant. But not having read these books did not stop my enjoyment at all.

Kindle Customer Baz

Unusual storyline

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 16, 2021

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A good if somewhat unusual storyline, lots of action and magic with twists and turns to keep you turning pages. If witches, gargoyles and shifters and all sorts of paranormal creatures are your thing then this book is for you. Humor a little romance abound in this fun murder mystery unexpectedly good read, and did I mention Needles? he's a flying porcupine bodyguard, I'm not kidding a great read highly recommended, Baz.

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A lovely cozy paranormal mystery

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 10, 2021

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I really enjoyed reading this book, Shayla Loci is magical , she is a witch as is her mother and grandmother. She teams up with Alex the Sheriff who is a Gargoyle. Normal people are being attacked and the attacker is making them look like they've been attacked by a werewolf. This book had action plus a bit of loveliness in it. I'd give it more than five stars of I could.😁

Winter

Spectacular

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2022

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Yes a book i love from the get go, she new about magic and she also know how to use it and a fighter, she's not tripping over herself to find out who and what she is. I want to know more about Alex and his ex wife too.

snowdrop1941

An enthralling read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2021

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I loved this book with characters who were paranormal beings; including, gargoyles, fairies, witches and werewolves. An enchanted island was the perfect setting for this book. I look forward to reading more of the series.

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