Review of Moonset on Desert Sands
Posted: 02 Dec 2024, 02:43
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Moonset on Desert Sands" by Sherri L. Dodd.]
Arista Kelly, the protagonist, is a young witch who enjoys a life filled with enchanting herbs, magical crystals, mystical auras, and connections to the supernatural world. After enduring a dangerous encounter with a serial killer, she has shifted to Sedona, Arizona, where she lives comfortably with her auntie Bethie and her adorable pet cats, Royal and Wally. Arista works at Cosmic Prisms, a metaphysical shop that she truly loves. Her recent breakup with her boyfriend Shane is still fresh in her mind and torments her. She is now focusing on trying to move on with her life and finds herself attracted to a hot security guard named Dakota. While she enjoys her new home and life, she misses her old home in Boulder Creek. When Arista's mysterious fainting spells start, she is forced to return to Boulder Creek, where the solution lies. However, her homecoming is bittersweet, as she has to deal with her ex-boyfriend, whom she couldn't forget. But the bigger and more dangerous problem is the looming threat from her uncle Fergus, who is searching for Arista with a dangerous plan in mind. Boulder Creek had been a safe haven for her previously, protecting her from her uncle's pursuit. But will it continue to safeguard her? With a backdrop of murder, a stalker, paranormal activity, and the ever-present fear of her uncle, will Arista be able to escape her perilous circumstances? To discover the answers, grab a copy of Moonset on Desert Sands by Sherri L. Dodd.
This is the second book in the Murder, Tea & Crystals trilogy. The story picks up where the first book left off and includes numerous references to it. As I hadn't read the first book, I felt confused initially. However, as I continued reading, the story became clearer. But I recommend starting with the first book, as I believe readers would enjoy the story more if they read the books in order.
My strong interest in supernatural and spiritual elements made me enjoy reading about auras, stones with healing and magic powers, enchanting spells, and various metaphysical items in the magical shop. I also appreciated the vivid descriptions of the landscape and the flora of Sedona. The mention of ASL (American Sign Language) was a nice touch, and I found the reference section at the back, which includes phrases used in the book, to be helpful. I felt the characterization in the story to be realistic, as the author effectively captured the flaws of the characters too. Although the story began at a slow pace, which might not appeal to readers who prefer fast-paced books, it eventually picked up speed.
The author's writing style was comprehensible, and I appreciated the chapter headings, which clearly outlined the chapters. The book title and the blurb were quite intriguing, but I didn't like the book cover and wished it had been better. The ending was satisfying, and I would love to read the next book in this series. The editing was excellent, as I noticed only one error while reading. Readers who enjoy paranormal mystery thrillers will find this book engaging. Overall, I had a great experience immersing myself in the mystical supernatural world, along with a bit of mystery and action. So, I would love to rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Moonset on Desert Sands
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Arista Kelly, the protagonist, is a young witch who enjoys a life filled with enchanting herbs, magical crystals, mystical auras, and connections to the supernatural world. After enduring a dangerous encounter with a serial killer, she has shifted to Sedona, Arizona, where she lives comfortably with her auntie Bethie and her adorable pet cats, Royal and Wally. Arista works at Cosmic Prisms, a metaphysical shop that she truly loves. Her recent breakup with her boyfriend Shane is still fresh in her mind and torments her. She is now focusing on trying to move on with her life and finds herself attracted to a hot security guard named Dakota. While she enjoys her new home and life, she misses her old home in Boulder Creek. When Arista's mysterious fainting spells start, she is forced to return to Boulder Creek, where the solution lies. However, her homecoming is bittersweet, as she has to deal with her ex-boyfriend, whom she couldn't forget. But the bigger and more dangerous problem is the looming threat from her uncle Fergus, who is searching for Arista with a dangerous plan in mind. Boulder Creek had been a safe haven for her previously, protecting her from her uncle's pursuit. But will it continue to safeguard her? With a backdrop of murder, a stalker, paranormal activity, and the ever-present fear of her uncle, will Arista be able to escape her perilous circumstances? To discover the answers, grab a copy of Moonset on Desert Sands by Sherri L. Dodd.
This is the second book in the Murder, Tea & Crystals trilogy. The story picks up where the first book left off and includes numerous references to it. As I hadn't read the first book, I felt confused initially. However, as I continued reading, the story became clearer. But I recommend starting with the first book, as I believe readers would enjoy the story more if they read the books in order.
My strong interest in supernatural and spiritual elements made me enjoy reading about auras, stones with healing and magic powers, enchanting spells, and various metaphysical items in the magical shop. I also appreciated the vivid descriptions of the landscape and the flora of Sedona. The mention of ASL (American Sign Language) was a nice touch, and I found the reference section at the back, which includes phrases used in the book, to be helpful. I felt the characterization in the story to be realistic, as the author effectively captured the flaws of the characters too. Although the story began at a slow pace, which might not appeal to readers who prefer fast-paced books, it eventually picked up speed.
The author's writing style was comprehensible, and I appreciated the chapter headings, which clearly outlined the chapters. The book title and the blurb were quite intriguing, but I didn't like the book cover and wished it had been better. The ending was satisfying, and I would love to read the next book in this series. The editing was excellent, as I noticed only one error while reading. Readers who enjoy paranormal mystery thrillers will find this book engaging. Overall, I had a great experience immersing myself in the mystical supernatural world, along with a bit of mystery and action. So, I would love to rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.
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Moonset on Desert Sands
View: on Bookshelves
