I read the first book in this series, so I was glad to read the second because I liked the first so much. I dived right in, and I enjoyed this second one more than the first. There were so many revelations and secrets coming to light, and I loved seeing Amber work with Willow and her aunt Gretchen. I hope they stick around for more books. I was very sad at the end of the book, and I really didn’t want it to end that way. I can’t say much as it’s a major spoiler, but I’m hoping something different will happen. Besides the end, this was a fun-filled, well-written cozy paranormal, and I’m looking forward to more. I do recommend this book! I was provided the e-book which I voluntarily reviewed.

We finally learn all about Amber and Willow's past when it comes to the death of their parents. There's a hint of romance, a murder and a whole lot of evil floating around. I was happy to see Amber and the Sheriff's relationship become stronger and positive after she finally came clean to him. Looking forward to the next chapter in Amber's life now that her past has been put to rest.

PAWSITIVELY CURSED by Melissa Erin Jackson is a well-written supernatural cozy mystery. While this is the second book in the Witch of Edgehill series, it worked well as a standalone novel.

The story takes place in the fictional town of Edgehill, Oregon where witch Amber Blackwood has resided all of her life. She is considered reclusive and a bit odd by the townspeople and runs a shop called the Quirky Whisker that has her small studio apartment above it. She makes and sells magically infused toys that people believe are mechanical.

Fourteen years ago her parents were killed in a fire and Amber believes they were killed by a witch from the cursed Penhallow clan. Amber’s aunt Gretchen and sister Willow show up unexpectedly early for a town event. With this scenario the story is off and running.

The book had a protagonist that was appealing, supporting characters that were delightful or antagonistic and scenes that were bittersweet, suspenseful, engaging and/or heartbreaking.

While this novel has some quirky characters and a murder that you might expect to read in a cozy mystery, it also has some underlying themes that are explored. They include secrets, family dynamics, isolation due to being different and the inability of so many to accept those that are not quite like them. These extra themes are what pushed the rating to a 5 star rating for me.

While this is the first book I have read by Melissa Erin Jackson, I look forward to reading more of her suspenseful, thought-provoking and enjoyable novels. Overall, I was immediately drawn into the story and highly entertained.

Many thanks to Ringtail Press / Xpresso Book Tours, Melissa Erin Jackson and Net Galley for a digital ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are mine alone and are not biased in any way.

I liked this book more than the first of the series. There are some points where I felt frustrated, the story line didn't seem to be moving but it finally got to the point of the resolution. It was good to see Amber mixing it up with her family and making friends and boyfriends. I really liked the ending, it was perfect. #PawsitivelyCursed #NetGalley