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Up The Ante

A Magical Misfits Mystery Book 4

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Pub Date Jan 01 2026 | Archive Date Jan 30 2026


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Description

Up the Ante, Book 4 in the Magical Misfits series of paranormal cozy mysteries.

Nobody expects potpourri to be deadly…

Myrtle Coldron, wonky witch and leader of the Magical Misfits coven, is looking forward to her beach holiday.

Until the letter arrives.

Stuffed with dried rose petals, it gives off scary vibes—scary supernatural vibes, to be precise. Making a weird situation even worse, Myrtle’s lover Chris calls from France; he stands accused of murder.

Chris a killer? It’s unthinkable.

To clear his name, Myrtle chases post-haste after a ruthless foe. But the deeper she digs, the deeper she finds herself sucked into a vortex of deceit, revenge, and ancient, malevolent magic.

“Up the Ante”, the fourth book in the Magical Misfits series of paranormal cozy mysteries, offers plenty of British humor and twisty surprises. It's perfect for fans of Janet Evanovich, M.C. Beaton, and Juliet Blackwell, who crave a delightful blend of quirky characters, supernatural ongoings, and a satisfyingly unexpected resolution.

Up the Ante, Book 4 in the Magical Misfits series of paranormal cozy mysteries.

Nobody expects potpourri to be deadly…

Myrtle Coldron, wonky witch and leader of the Magical Misfits coven, is...


Advance Praise

"Kindle Customer on Book 1 ""In My Attic"": Good character development and an interesting plot. Kind of a surprise who the killer was. Hints of a romance but the story doesn't need it. The heroine is capable of caring for herself!""

Kindle customer on Book 2 ""Down the Hatch"":I don't usually read books with magic, but this one is very fun and not too far out there. The main character is quite the work in progress as she trys to sort out her life and the quirks of what she in herited from her family. Some of the supporting characters are a mix of Monty Python meets a greatful Dead Concert at Stonehedge...""

Kindle customer on Book 3 ""Out of Body -"":Loved the action, suspense, and the humour laced with quirky British expressions throughout the story. The mystery plot kept me on the reading edge of my seat til the very end!"" 

"Kindle Customer on Book 1 ""In My Attic"": Good character development and an interesting plot. Kind of a surprise who the killer was. Hints of a romance but the story doesn't need it. The heroine is...


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ISBN 9781956615593
PRICE $6.99 (USD)
PAGES 272

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