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Crypt Witch
Series · 18
books · 2018-2021

Books in series

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Luck of the Witch

2018

There's a little good in every bad witch! Tempest Crypt lives every day with a problem she can't shake. A powerful, rude, cake-obsessed demon called Frank. When she's not chasing demons outside of Willow Tree Falls, she's running her bar and avoiding eye contact with the hot leader of the local biker gang. Life gets tricky when Tempest's sister, Aurora, is arrested for the murder of Deacon Feathers, a front-runner in the local election. Tempest must go head to head with Angel Force, the bumbling group of angels who keep the peace, in order to save her sister. With too many suspects, too little time, and a troublesome demon to keep in check, Tempest has her back to the wall. Along with her feisty four-legged sidekick Wiggles, Tempest must solve this murder before Aurora goes to jail for a crime she didn't commit. Join Tempest and the fun, magically fabulous Crypt family, alongside a cast of magic-filled beings, in this new paranormal cozy witch mystery.
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Hell of a Witch

2018

A dangerous magic ring. The power of solstice. A murder to solve. Tempest Crypt is looking forward to the magical time of the solstice. It's a chance to recharge her magic, hang out with her friends, and eat a ton of cake. When a non-magical journalist covering the solstice is discovered dead in the Crypt family cemetery, Angel Force want answers. Tempest has her arm twisted by her mom to figure out who killed the journalist to stop the family name getting a bad reputation. Dead bodies in a cemetery! It's just not right. With her unwelcome demon on board, rumors of a dark magic ring, and her auntie Queenie overheard making threats to the journalist, Tempest has a challenge on her hands. Join the Crypt family alongside a cast of magic-filled beings, in this new paranormal cozy witch mystery.
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Revenge of the Witch

2018

A dark curse. A secret in the woods. A twisted tale of revenge. When revenge is served by an angry witch, you'd better run! Tempest Crypt embarks on a new murder mystery when Izzie, a member of her team at Cloven Hoof, becomes a suspect in the murder of Serath Duckle, a former boyfriend. The angels are following red herrings and lousy lines of inquiry, before turning their attention to the pastel-colored loving Puddles Lavern after her nephew, Dewey, is also killed. Although Tempest can't believe Puddles is capable of murder, she's determined that Izzie won't be blamed for these strange deaths, deaths that involve shallow graves in the forest and a powerful curse. Tempest's on-again off-again boyfriend, Rhett Blackthorn, gets involved when a member of his gang is taken in for questioning. Rhett begs for Tempest's help to prove his gang member's innocence, but she's reluctant. Whenever Tempest spends too much time with Rhett, old feelings emerge, and she can't risk her heart on this moody fallen angel. Then Rhett goes missing, followed by Axel Shadowsoul. Tempest begins to panic. Where are they? Could they be the curse killer’s next victims? Time is not on her side, and Tempest must find her friends before it's too late. With Wiggles misbehaving, Frank, her ever-present unhelpful demon causing trouble, and her sister, Aurora falling for an ancient warlock with a dodgy past, Tempest is torn between whom to help. It's time for Tempest to choose between friendship and love. Which way will she turn, and will she live to regret it? Join Tempest, Wiggles and the cast of fun characters in the third book of the Crypt Witch cozy paranormal mystery series. Enjoy a cup of tea and a slice of mystery pie as you figure out who's behind the murders.
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Curse of the Witch

2018

An ancient feud. A tainted spell. A murder that's too close to home. Tempest Crypt is forced into action when Auntie Queenie and her gang of witch biker babes are under the spotlight when one of them is killed. Was a demon involved? A curse? Or something much more sinister? Tempest and Wiggles are on the case. Hunting the bad guys, eating too much cake, and running rings around the angels. When a second murder takes place, and the angels think they've solved everything, the mystery takes a dark turn. With Auntie Queenie's life at risk, and the killer still on the loose, Tempest has a lot to lose. While juggling relationship problems with her sister, Aurora, and keeping her business going, she feels pulled in too many directions. Who is targeting Auntie Queenie and her gang? And will Tempest find out before they strike again?
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Son of a Witch

2019

A murder at the museum of magic. A witch hunter who will stop at nothing. A missing angel. Willow Tree Falls' residents are excited about the opening of the new Museum of Magic and Witchcraft. That is everyone except Tempest Crypt. After her demon hunt, all she wants is a hot bath, a brownie, and her fluffy slippers. Mayor Mannie Winter has other ideas. He twists Tempest's arm so that she's forced to run the security at the museum on the opening night. What should have been a simple job turns into chaos when a renowned witch, and insufferable know-it-all, turns up dead at the opening, displayed on the ducking stool. With Dazielle, the head of Angel Force missing, Mannie insists Tempest look into the murder. She reluctantly takes on the case, but soon discovers Mannie can't help but interfere, which is a problem because he's a suspect. Did Willow Tree Falls Mayor commit murder, or is there something darker going on in the village? As Tempest puts the clues together with the help of Wiggles, she's distracted by her sister's upcoming wedding to the creepy warlock, Toby Matlock. Toby is trouble, but Aurora can't see that. Tempest can't allow her sister to make the biggest mistake of her life. But if she stops her from marrying Toby, Aurora might never speak to her again. When a second murder occurs, the mystery takes a frightening turn. Is there a witch hunter in the village? If so, who's the next target, and will Tempest be fast enough to stop them from striking again? Join Tempest, Wiggles, and the cast of fun characters in the fifth book of the Crypt Witch cozy paranormal mystery series. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch
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Framing of the Witch

2019

A dead warlock. A missing sister. A race against time. Tempest isn’t happy when the flu makes her too sick to figure out how to stop her sister’s unsuitable marriage to lying warlock, Toby. She takes to her bed, hoping for a speedy recovery and some inspiration. When she wakes up, Tempest is stunned to discover the body of her future brother-in-law lying next to her! With Angel Force hot on her tail and her magic drained, Tempest's in big trouble and can’t remember a thing about the murder. Throw in three sexy succubi with their own agendas, a hoard of demons intent on breaking out of prison, her younger sister going missing, and Toby’s murder to solve, and Tempest is out of her depth trying to prove her innocence before the angels lock her away for good. Be prepared for epic hellhound action as Wiggles steps up to help Tempest – if the doughnuts don’t distract him first. Doughnuts or Tempest? A hellhound has a tough life! Join Tempest, Wiggles, and the cast of fun characters in the sixth book of the Crypt Witch cozy paranormal mystery series. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch
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Trickery of the Witch

2019

Bloody paws lead to murder, dark plots, and lies in Willow Tree Falls. Tempest is enjoying a quiet life after the chaos of her sister’s failed relationship has settled. Her cousins, Raine and Azura are in the village, and they always liven things up. In an effort to cheer up Aurora, Tempest suggests she get an animal familiar. A visit to Fur Baby Emporium reveals the wonderful world of magic familiars, but an encounter with a feisty, feral cat leaves Wiggles nursing his wounds. When the cat shows up again with blood-stained paws, Tempest is on the case. The discovery of a body in Fur Baby Emporium raises a host of questions. Not least, what was her cousin, Raine, doing arguing with the man just before he died? With the angels getting involved, and Tempest keen to keep her cousin’s name out of it, she starts her own investigation. She soon discovers the bloody pawed cat is anything but average, the man who died was someone important from the Magic Council, and her doubts rear up when she learns her cousin is lying. Throw in an enormous snake, a dark plot, and a haunted castle, and this is one mystery you won’t forget. Join Tempest, Wiggles, and the cast of fun characters in the seventh book of the Crypt Witch cozy paranormal mystery series. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch Framing of the Witch
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#8

Wishes of the Witch

2019

An annoying demon. A twice dead wife. A wealthy jinn with a huge secret. Tempest is on a quest to find her missing dad, when she’s strong-armed by her sister into helping the new owner of Castle Falls. Lex Fontaine, a handsome and smooth-talking jinn, is convinced a demon is after him. He begs for Tempest’s help in solving his problem before he loses his mind. And, given her sister’s interest in Lex as a potential boyfriend, she grudgingly agrees to help. Tempest's first night in Castle Falls doesn’t go smoothly, when Lex thinks he’s seen the demon. It turns out to be anything but demonic. It’s much worse. It’s his wife, and she's been dead for two years! Begin a new adventure today, and learn how a dead wife, a half-vampire, and an elf are all connected. And exactly what happened to Lex Fontaine’s wife two years ago. Are the dead rising, or is something much weirder going on? This is Willow Tree Falls, so it’s bound to be something oddball. Join Tempest, Wiggles, and a cast of fun characters in the eighth book of the Crypt Witch cozy paranormal mystery series. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch Framing of the Witch Trickery of the Witch Wishes of the Witch
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Harmony of the Witch

2019

A robbery that takes a deadly turn. A stone circle with an attitude. And a new shade of fur for Wiggles. Just what is going on in Willow Tree Falls? Tempest Crypt is on a mission to throw Granny Dottie an incredible birthday party. Along with her sister, Aurora, they’ve organized a surprise opera performance from Granny Dottie’s favorite performer, Bathsheba Delaware. When a robbery takes place, and Bathsheba is killed, everyone is shocked. Most of all, the ancient and powerfully magical stone circle, that witnessed the killing. And when the stone circle in Willow Tree Falls gets angry, people need to run. Secrets, lies, and deceit stand in Tempest’s way as she tries to figure out why the stone circle is so unhappy. Could it be that Bathsheba’s murder wasn’t so straight forward? She must tackle secretive assistants, a bitter singing rival, and two uncooperative thieves to get to the truth. Plus, a dangerous stone circle that seems intent on inflicting serious harm on the villagers. And when Bandit gets sick, and Wiggles turns purple, Tempest knows she has a challenge on her hands. If she fails to figure out who really killed Bathsheba, the very fabric of Willow Tree Falls could be torn apart if the stone circle remains angry. Join Tempest and Wiggles and meet a host of quirky magic-using characters in this paranormal mystery series, where nothing is quite what it seems. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch Framing of the Witch Trickery of the Witch Wishes of the Witch
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Remedy of the Witch

2019

Tempest is about to solve a decade-old mystery. Will she like the answer to this particular puzzle? Tempest Crypt is focused on one thing: find her missing dad and bring him home. When her trip to Puzzlewood is interrupted by a demand from the angels that she investigates a demon slaying in the area, she resists. No way is she helping out those bumbling, feathery idiots again. Her family is the most important thing to her. Nothing will get in the way of her achieving her desire to get her dad back to Willow Tree Falls. There’s been an ache in her heart ever since he left, and it’s time that changed. She wants him home, eating dinner around the table, making up for lost time, and helping her figure out why he vanished all those years ago. Then she meets her dad, and he’s... different. And not in a good way. Nope, he’s rude, aggressive, and even has a new name. Worst of all, he doesn’t have a clue who she is. And when Tempest learns he knows the demon accused of murder, and is claiming to be his alibi, she has no choice but to investigate. If she doesn’t, she could lose him for good. And that’s never going to happen. Not for all the triple chocolate brownies in the magical world. Join Tempest as she ventures out of Willow Tree Falls, accompanied by a mildly psychotic giant fairy, to find her dad. Enter the fun, cozy world of Puzzlewood, and meet a host of quirky magic-wielding characters in this paranormal mystery series, where nothing is quite what it seems. Other books in this cozy witch mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch Framing of the Witch Trickery of the Witch Wishes of the Witch Harmony of the Witch
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Gift of the Witch

2019

Tempest gets a gift she wasn't expecting this Christmas! Tempest Crypt and Wiggles are looking forward to festive fun in Willow Tree Falls. Snow is falling, the decorations are up, and the Christmas parties are in full swing. A visit to the Christmas tree lot reveals a gorgeous new arrival. Lowther Zanzibar claims to be in the village to simply sell trees, but whenever a fallen cupid is around, trouble follows. And when relationships start going wrong, Tempest tries to figure out what’s happening. The problem is, she’s distracted by the strange new feelings she has for someone who's not her boyfriend! Wiggles must take on the challenge of figuring out why the village is suddenly full of terrible love matches. If he fails, this Christmas will turn into the weirdest time of the year, not the most joyful. Grab a mince pie and a glass of eggnog, and enjoy this fun cozy mystery. This is a short novel (31,000 words) featuring your favorite Crypt witch characters. Expect red herrings, some unusual suspects, and a fun, festive happy ending.
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Toil of the Witch

2020

An angel with a problem. A murder at the spa. A spate of violence that shocks the village. Tempest Crypt is adjusting to a few changes. Her Dad is back, but so is her demon, Frank. Times are tricky. And they're not helped when a day release prisoner is murdered, and Dazielle, Head of Angel Force, is accused of the crime. Even though the evidence points to Dazielle, Tempest isn't buying it. Sure, Dazielle is surly, abrupt, and always telling her to butt out, but she's no murderer. She has no choice but to investigate when three higher angels ask for her help (you thought the regular angels were odd, wait until you meet this lot.) As she digs through the clues, she finds new suspects, motives, but no way to clear Dazielle's name. Add in the complication of an outbreak of violent crime and vandalism in the village, and everything seems unstable. It doesn't help that Wiggles is distracted by two feisty kitten familiars, who he takes under his paw. Tempest is determined to find the truth about this murder. If she doesn't, her old nemesis will be put behind bars. Then who will she have to spar with? Join Tempest as she ventures into the weird world of angels, magical thermal spas, and kitten familiars with attitude. Other books in this cozy witch paranormal mystery series include: Luck of the Witch Hell of a Witch Revenge of the Witch Curse of the Witch Son of a Witch Framing of the Witch Trickery of the Witch Wishes of the Witch Harmony of the Witch Gift of the Witch
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Jinxing of the Witch

2020

Find a killer. Keep control of her demon. And stop her boyfriend's revenge ambitions. If Tempest Crypt can’t fix this mess, Willow Tree Falls will change forever. Tempest just wants to avoid the stress of her sister’s wedding, and enjoy seeing her biker boyfriend win the upcoming motorbike races. But a vicious killer has other plans. Ian Blaine, a member of the Willow Tree Falls gang, is discovered dead in the woods. What seems like a straightforward case of gang rivalry spirals as more suspects show up. As Tempest hunts for clues, questions people, and keeps her boyfriend from seeking revenge, her demon causes trouble, putting everyone at risk – especially her sister, Aurora. If she fails to solve these problems, Rhett could go to jail, and her sister's life will be in peril. Throw in wedding high jinx (of the magical kind,) a family secret, and a cake-obsessed hellhound, and this is one fun paranormal mystery you won’t want to miss.
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Craving of the Witch

2020

Stop a werewolf hunt. Reveal a killer. And deal with a half-sister who's dangerously out of control when using her magic. Tempest Crypt is grumpy when her village gets invaded by smarmy business man, Kirk Wrangler, who's selling the guarantee he can reveal magic is real and so are shapeshifters. And he's on a mission to hunt a werewolf. When his harrassed assistant, Sabine, is found dead, and Tempest's uncle is discovered at the scene, she steps in. There's no way her uncle Kenny had anything to do with this. Kirk rallies a hunting party, stirring them up so they think a werewolf is involved in the murder. But something's wrong with that idea. Other women are being bitten, and it's not by a werewolf. Add in the complication of Tempest's friend, Tate Rathmore - and local werewolf, falling under suspicion, and she has a tangled mystery to unpick. As Tempest hunts for clues, questions people, and keeps her uncle and friend from jail, her half-sister causes trouble by blasting her unstable magic at everything she sees. If Tempest can't find the killer, she could lose her uncle or her friend to prison, and a murderer could go free.
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Union of the Witch

2021

A frenemy murdered. A troubling confession. Muddled truths that could make this mystery impossible to solve. Tempest Crypt loathes weddings and has no time to get involved with Dazielle's stressful upcoming nuptials in Willow Tree Falls. She has her own relationship problems to fix and two bickering sisters to keep an eye on. But when Dazielle's frenemy is murdered at the wedding reception and Dazielle is in the frame, Tempest steps up. With overwhelming evidence, a strong motive, and no alibi for Dazielle, Tempest is stumped. Did her angel friend snap and create a gruesome memory on her wedding day? Or is something more sinister hiding in plain sight? Enjoy your puzzling visit to this magic-filled village, where red herrings run free and the suspects always have something to hide.
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Chaos of the Witch

2021

Misfiring magic, an impossible-to-solve murder, and the end of an era. Juggling an important anniversary party at the demon prison and dealing with her misfiring magic isn't how Tempest expects to spend the week. But her spells are wonky, her family is demanding, and she's late for her freelance job with the angels. Roll on the weekend. A simple job explodes into chaos when a killer is murdered while in custody at Angel Force. The big question is how was the victim stabbed when they were locked in a cell on their own? With Wiggles out of action, her magic continuing to fail, and the clues refusing to fit into place, Tempest is stumped. And what's with the blonde streaks that keep appearing in her hair? Tempest is about to solve the biggest mystery of her life in this epic final adventure in the Crypt witch cozy mystery series. Will she survive...
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Sleighing of the Witch

2021

When a frozen siren appears in Willow Tree Falls, Tempest Crypt's Christmas turns from ho, ho, ho, to no, no, no! Christmas! It can bring out the worst in people. Fighting over the last fifty-pound turkey, grabbing for the fancy festive door wreath to stop your neighbor from getting it out of the bargain bin, drinking too many cinnamon-spiced lemon drops, and dancing through the streets covered in tinsel. But a frozen siren trapped in magical ice?! There's a first time for everything, and this icy siren would have to appear in the magical village of Willow Tree Falls. With the angels busy tackling Christmas crime, Tempest is leading the case, but only when she's not looking for Wiggles (where has that cheeky hellhound gone?) and making sure the parties at her club run smoothly. And there's something wrong with her sister, Aurora. Is she avoiding her? It's something else to put on her must-fix-this-fast list. As Tempest investigates the suspects, she learns there are plenty of reasons this siren got frozen, but also lots of alibis. One of them is lying to her, but is it the grumpy mom, the ex-husband, or the obsessed former boyfriend, who can't resist the lure of the tempting siren? With Christmas racing toward her like an out-of-control Santa sleigh, family demands, and her sidekick missing, this festive puzzle may make Tempest dive headfirst into the cranberry cider, and never resurface! Enjoy this fun Christmas mystery set in your favorite magical witch world. Find out what Wiggles is hiding, why Aurora is avoiding Tempest, and if she'll survive this Christmas, while figuring out what to do about the frozen siren.
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Crypt Witch Collection

2021

Indulge in five full-length witch mysteries. If you love mysteries with fun, fabulous characters, talking animals, a strong coven of witches, and puzzles to figure out, you’ll enjoy this magic-filled, cozy paranormal mystery boxed set collection. Make friends with troubled witch, Tempest Crypt. Fall in love with her greedy, slightly smelly miniature talking hellhound, Wiggles, and enjoy seeing the bonds of family and friendship sprinkled with magic, murder, and just a touch of mayhem. Luck of the Witch - Tempest Crypt and Wiggles go head to head with Angel Force to save Aurora Crypt, Tempest's younger sister, from a murder charge. With too many suspects, too little time, and a troublesome demon to keep in check, Tempest has her back against the wall. Hell of A Witch - When a journalist covering the solstice is discovered dead in the cemetery managed by the Crypt Witches, Angel Force wants answers. Tempest and Wiggles must figure out who killed this nosy journalist before her family's reputation is ruined. Revenge of the Witch - When Izzie, a member of Tempest's team at Cloven Hoof, becomes a murder suspect, Tempest steps in to lend a hand. The angels are pointing the finger at Izzie, but Tempest is determined to protect her. Izzie is sweet and funny. She's no killer. Or is she? Curse of the Witch - Tempest leaps on her broomstick to help Auntie Queenie and her gang of witch biker babes when one of them dies. Was a demon involved? A curse? Or something more sinister? Tempest and Wiggles are on the case, hunting bad guys, eating too much cake, and running rings around the angels. Son of a Witch - What should be a simple security job turns chaotic when a renowned witch, and insufferable know-it-all, is found dead at the opening of the Willow Tree Falls magic museum. With the head of Angel Force missing, the mayor insists Tempest look into the murder. She takes on the case but soon discovers the mayor can't help but interfere. Which is a problem. Because he's a suspect... Enjoy this bundle of magical puzzling mysteries, where red herrings run free and the suspects always have something to hide. Mystery, fun, puzzles, friendships, cute animals, twisting clues, and a strong-willed sleuth with an appetite for justice (and brownies) guaranteed. And once you've enjoyed this set of fun witchy mysteries, there are twelve more to Framing of the Witch Trickery of the Witch Wishes of the Witch Harmony of the Witch Remedy of the Witch Gift of the Witch Toil of the Witch Jinxing of the Witch Craving of the Witch Union of the Witch Chaos of the Witch Sleighing of the Witch

Author

K.E. O'Connor
K.E. O'Connor
Author · 70 books

K.E. O’Connor is the author of the Witch Haven mystery series, the Crypt Witch cozy mysteries, the Lorna Shadow ghost mysteries, the Holly Holmes baking mysteries, the Zee Town paranormal cozy series, and the Old Sarum mystery series, along with other titles available if you cast the right spell. She can imagine dragons, taste cookies when they aren’t even there, and hear the crack of a witch’s broom at a hundred paces. K.E. (the K stands for Karen) lives in the United Kingdom (it isn’t very united, but that’s a mystery for another time) among the mystical stones and fairy creatures of Somerset. She graduated from the Universities of Southampton and Reading, where she received degrees in Archaeology and Cognitive Evolution (both highly entertaining to take part in, but with the career options of a ground witch’s toe bone.) If you’re of the curious persuasion and want to know more, visit her website at www.keoconnor.com for enlightening knowledge on all things cozy mystery, book news, and a peek into the magical world of a writer who believes animals talk and magic is just a finger click away. To contact her, visit her Facebook page – www.facebook/keoconnorauthor, join her email list, or dust off that haunted mirror in your cellar and speak the ancient magical words to transport yourself into her lounge. There may be tea and cookies waiting, or there may be giants – it depends on her mood.

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