Spells Trouble (Sisters of Salem #1) by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast Book Review

Title: Spells Trouble
Authors: P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast
Publisher: Wednesday Books
Release Date: May 25, 2022
Pages: 320

Double double, twins spell trouble…

Hunter and Mercy Goode are twin witches, direct descendants of the founder of their town of Goodeville. As their ancestors have done before them, it is now time for the twins to learn what it means to be Gatekeepers–the protectors of the Gates to different underworlds, ancient portals between their world and realms where mythology rules and nightmares come to life.

When their mother becomes the first victim in a string of murders, the devastated sisters vow to avenge her death. But it will take more than magic to rein in the ancient mythological monsters who’ve infected their peaceful town.

Now Hunter and Mercy must come together and accept their destiny or risk being separated for good.

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My Thoughts

Sisters Hunter and Mercy Goode are direct descendants of their town's original founder. Their mother, Abigail, and those before have all done their job protecting the gates between their world and the others.

So, as Sarah did all those generations ago, we also do. Our intention for tonight has not changed.

On the night of their sixteenth birthday, the sisters go to perform the regular ritual. However, strange events happen, something goes really wrong, and Abigail ends up dead. But, the girls don't have much time to grieve because she's not the only one dead. Soon more and more people are found dead in strange conditions. 

That was one of the strange things about grief. How it turned some into weights and reduced others to the molted skin of the person they’d been.

Star Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3)

I'm not sure how I feel. The execution was mediocre, just average, but I really the idea the book was based on. To set the story during the Salem witch trials was creative so I appreciated that. 

However, I did love the twin dynamic Henry and Mercy had going on. Their relationship was sweet and I loved how loyal they are to each other. 

Overall, Spells Trouble was an interesting start in the Sisters of Salem series. If you like fantasy with mystery, this book will be perfect for you!

About the Authors

P.C. Cast is the author of the House of Night novels, including Marked, Betrayed, Chosen, and Untamed.

Ms. Cast is a #1 New York Times and USA Today Best-Selling author and a member of the Oklahoma Writers Hall of Fame. With more than 20 million copies in print in over 40 countries, her novels have been awarded the prestigious Oklahoma Book Award, YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award, the Prism, Holt Medallion, Daphne du Maurier, Booksellers’ Best, and the Laurel Wreath.

Ms. Cast was born in the Midwest and grew up being shuttled back and forth between Illinois and Oklahoma, which is where she fell in love with Quarter Horses and mythology. After high school she joined the United States Air Force and began public speaking and writing. After her tour in the USAF, she taught high school for 15 years before retiring to write full time. She now lives in Oregon surrounded by beloved cats, dogs, horses, and family.

Kristin Cast is a #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author who teams with her mother to write the wildly successful HOUSE OF NIGHT series. She has editorial credits, a thriving t-shirt line, and a passion for all things paranormal. When away from her writing desk, Kristin loves going on adventures with her friends, family, and significant other, playing with her dogs (Grace Kelly and Hobbs the Tiny Dragon), and is obsessed with her baby.