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Charmed and Dangerous: A Witch Romance Novel (Appalachian Magic Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Debbie Herbert (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.5 143 ratings

Book 1 of 3: Appalachian Magic Series

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Apples and oranges, dogs and cats, everybody knows witches and immortals don’t mix.

A young witch, Callie, returns home from exile after a traumatic Ouija board incident six years earlier. She falls for classmate James MacLauren and struggles to keep her magical abilities a secret from him. Then there’s the even trickier problem that her rogue warlock father and his coven will kill anyone who prevents Callie from joining them in dark magic. Someone like James . . .
But James has a secret of his own. He’s part of a hidden race of immortals living in the Appalachian hollows and the last thing he needs in his life is a witch who could imprison him with a binding spell.

It will take all of his superhuman physical strength, and all of Callie’s extraordinary magical skills, to survive when two covens and an army of immortals engage in battle. Should they fail, they face either death or utter domination by the power of dark magic.

Other books in the Appalachian Magic Series:
Book 2: Changeling
Book 3: Charmed by the Salem Witch

Praise for Charmed and Dangerous:
"... a great New Adult paranormal romance that blends the hidden world of witchcraft and supernatural beings with a gorgeous southern, creating a page-turner of a story!"

"Perfect for college age students!"

"...a great read for anybody needing a dash of mystery, a pinch of suspense, and a whole lot of tall dark and handsome."

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"I LOVE witch romance stories, and this one was fantastic, with rich new world-building and believable twists and turns. I have loved all of Debbie Herbert's books. I preorder everything she writes!" - Top 500 Reviewer "Callie is a lot of fun. She's a witch on her own, returning home for the first time in years. She's not too happy about it either - she feels abandoned and forgotten by those closest to her, but she's about to find out the real story. The real story is: she's in danger and now she is going to need her family and their coven to help protect her.....from what, she isn't sure yet." - Vine Voice"With lots of original details, CHARMED AND DANGEROUS is constantly entertaining. I really liked how Debbie Herbert included plenty of unique aspects in the story, such as the Dismals Canyon, an actual place in Alabama. How crystals and other practices used by witches are depicted all through the book is certainly intriguing, and it made scenes seem much more convincing to me. Facts about rituals and spells added even more credibility, making me think the events actually could have happened as portrayed." - A. Richard

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You have to go back, Callie. You're in real danger."Go back. Danger. For two days the words haunted her. Now she was on the road, the rhythmic sound of the tires on the highway putting her into a trance. Danger, danger, danger. The minute Aunt Mallory opened the letter with an Alabama postmark, everything changed.
She didn't want to go back. Of all the nerve. She'd been exiled in New Jersey for seven years, and now Mom and Grandma Jo decided she must return at once.
Callie hit the gas pedal. The angrier she got, the faster she drove. What should have been a fourteen-hour drive due south, she'd cut to a mere ten hours. She'd never traveled so far on her own, and convincing Aunt Mallory to let her do it wasn't easy. Especially since her old Volkswagen convertible, the 'Dixie doodlebug,' had over 150,000 miles.
Her heart skipped at the road sign, 'Welcome to Alabama. The State of Surprises.' No shit, Sherlock. Not even a mile away was another green and white sign proclaiming 'Entering Central Time Zone.' More like the twilight zone.
Callie's tension eased a bit as she neared Piedmont, the small town bordering Georgia and surrounded by the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. In the gathering dusk, the rolling hills had a magical, ancient vibe. Maybe it wouldn't be so bad here. It's not like she had a choice anyway. Aunt Mallory made that clear.Mom and Grandma Jo had convinced her aunt she needed to come home where the coven could help protect her.
Callie rubbed her sore face. She'd clenched her jaw so long her temples throbbed. She consciously relaxed her facial muscles and rolled her shoulders. Much better.
The cell phone rang. Aunt Mallory again.
Callie smiled. "What? Are you going to call me every hundred miles?
"Smart aleck. Where are you now?"
"I'm about to enter the huge metropolis of Piedmont. According to its sign, the name literally means; 'the foot of the mountain.' Population: 4,964."
"Great."Aunt Mallory let out a whoosh. "I've been so worried about you falling asleep at the wheel. I still think you should have spent the night somewhere along the way. You remember how to get to Mama's house?"
"Pretty much. The GPS can help me navigate the back roads if I get lost."
"Call me if it doesn't recognize the dirt roads."
Callie rolled her eyes. "I know, I know."
Aunt Mallory sighed. "Glad you're almost there. Tell Mama and Ginnie I said 'hey'and call me when you arrive."
Callie couldn't speak around her tight throat. I'm really going to see them again. Silence haunted the air.
"It's going to be all right, Callie. They're excited to see you."
Her aunt knew her so well. She cleared her throat. "If you say so. Change of subject. I've been finding sprigs of rosemary and basil everywhere in the car.What did you do? Dig up all your herbs?"
Aunt Mallory laughed. "Guilty. We cast a protection spell in the crystal for a safe trip, and you always have your mom's amber talisman. But a little added herbal charm couldn't hurt."
"Better hope the cops don't pull me over; they'll think I'm a drug dealer."

About the Author

Debbie Herbert writes paranormal romance novels reflecting her belief that love, like magic, casts its own spell of enchantment. She is traditionally published through Harlequin, as well as Indie published. Married and living in Alabama, she roots for the Crimson Tide football team (Roll Tide!). Debbie enjoys recumbent bicycling with her husband. She has two grown sons and the oldest has autism. Characters with autism frequently land in her works, even when she doesn't plan on it!

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01AU5Q27O
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Secret Quills Press (January 28, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 28, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3251 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 335 pages

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Debbie Herbert writes psychological suspense, romantic suspense and paranormal romance novels. She's always been fascinated by magic, romance and Gothic stories. She is traditionally published by Thomas & Mercer and Harlequin as well as Indie published.

Married and living in Alabama, she roots for the Crimson Tide football team. Debbie enjoys recumbent bicycling and jet skiing with her husband. She has two grown sons and the oldest has autism. Characters with autism frequently land in her works, even when she doesn't plan on it!

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A. Richard

Magically enchanting

Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2016

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The Dark Seas series from Harlequin is one of my all-time favorites in the Nocturne line, and the talent of Debbie Herbert to create enthralling paranormal stories makes her Appalachian Magic series equally fascinating. A New Adult romance, the first book has a witch with a complicated background becoming involved with an immortal who is very wary of her kind. Throughout their complicated relationship, difficult choices must be made when futures are at stake. CHARMED AND DANGEROUS is magically enchanting.

When Callie Bradford was twelve, she and a friend decided to use a hidden Ouija board in her home for fun. But right after the event which had a scary ending, the witch was sent away for seven years and had little contact with anyone back in Alabama. Now Callie has been summoned to come home but not told why. During a morning walk, she encounters another hiker, James MacLauren, and is delighted to hear both will be attending the same college next semester. While she enjoys being around the young man, she knows any of her capabilities as a witch must be kept secret.

Callie does not realize James is an immortal with his own distinctive skills that few know about. When he accidently discovers she is a witch, he thinks being around one of her kind could be disastrous if she turns on him. After finally told the reason for being called back to the area is for her protection, Callie has a hard time thinking the danger is real. Yet upon learning her supposedly long dead father is a powerful warlock who practices dark magic, Callie starts to believe the peril may be genuine. When several disturbing incidents seem to be connected to her upcoming birthday with its special significance, the relationship she has with James is truly tested.

With lots of original details, CHARMED AND DANGEROUS is constantly entertaining. I really liked how Debbie Herbert included plenty of unique aspects in the story, such as the Dismals Canyon, an actual place in Alabama. How crystals and other practices used by witches are depicted all through the book is certainly intriguing, and it made scenes seem much more convincing to me. Facts about rituals and spells added even more credibility, making me think the events actually could have happened as portrayed.

There are many likable characters in the story, from the main couple to her good friends, and I enjoyed seeing how these college age individuals reacted to each other and any situations featuring the paranormal. I really loved how the author gave James and Callie normal problems teenagers must face along with many challenging consequences of having supernatural abilities. James is a great hero, as he often listens to his heart instead of what his mind recommends. Though Callie is often puzzled over what is taking place in her life, I liked how she tried to find solutions without bringing any true harm to others, even though she could. Any sexual interaction between Callie and James is understated yet perfectly fit their budding relationship. I am thrilled more characters in the Appalachian Magic series get their own book. CHARMED AND DANGEROUS is cleverly imaginative.

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Scott Ryan

Quite involved.

Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2024

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Also, gets to be 'Weepy, weepy!' at the end. Some surprises, others are at least close to what one has come to expect. Nicely interwoven complex story.

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Charmed and Dangerous

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2016

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Callie is a lot of fun. She's a witch on her own, returning home for the first time in years. She's not too happy about it either - she feels abandoned and forgotten by those closest to her, but she's about to find out the real story. The real story is: she's in danger and now she is going to need her family and their coven to help protect her.....from what, she isn't sure yet.

Shortly after returning home, she runs into James, who knocks her off her feet. But he's far more than what he appears at first, and he's terrified of Callie's magic. They make a very unlikely pair in their world, and trust is needed if they are ever going to make it last. This trust will be pushed from all directions; close family memebers with an ax to grind, as well as the enemy to try and make them weak.

This was a very exciting book and I really enjoyed learning about the world Debbie Herbert has built. It's familiar in many ways, but with some nice surprised to set its lore apart from the rest. With quite a suspenseful ending (but don't worry, no cliffhanger), I know that I will want to re-visit the Appalachian Magic world to see what else is in store for these great characters.

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Charming NA Paranormal Romance

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2016

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A young witch with a troubled past, a mysterious young man with secrets of his own, and the forces of magic and immortal armies on the verge of war…

Welcome to the captivating world of Appalachian Magic! Charmed and Dangerous is a great New Adult paranormal romance that blends the hidden world of witchcraft and supernatural beings with a gorgeous southern, creating a page-turner of a story!

Having read (and loved) ‘Changeling,’ I was thrilled to return to the world of southern witches and hidden worlds. Callie Bradford is a tough and resilient heroine who faces more than her fair share of trauma with courage, wit, and admirable determination. Between a strained reunion with the mother and grandmother she believes cast her aside, the revelation that she’s a burgeoning ‘super-witch,’ and the quest to determine the truth about the father she thought was dead, she’s on a collision course with more than earthly danger.

Hidden Immortal James MacLauren proves a worthy hero, trusting and aiding Callie in spite of the power she could use to bind him. Though a mortal witch can only bring him heartache, Callie’s spirit, loyalty, and courage draw him like no other woman. No spoilers, but when James discovers Lucas Bradford’s (Callie’s father) deadliest secret, he puts more than his freedom on the line to protect and aid Callie.

Twists and turns aplenty in this story, as well as an immensely satisfying heroine’s journey, make for a great read!

I was also very pleased to read a female-centered coming of age story featuring Callie and the host of amazing and resilient women around her. Her mother and both grandmothers serve as wonderful mentors, and I adore her relationship with gal pal Skye. There are so many buddy/mentor books out there for boys and young men. It was a TREAT to have a series for girls/young women.

I also adore that Callie isn't a shy, shrinking virgin. She owns and embraces her desires. So refreshing!

Fans of paranormal romance and YA/NA should definitely check out this series!

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Mary L. Griffin

awesome

Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2023

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Didn’t know this was about witches and immortals but it was quite the story. This is the second book by this author that I have read and she is quite the storyteller! Getting ready to read her third book.

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Anne

Great read

Reviewed in Canada on April 16, 2021

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A wonderful tale that kept me turning the pages on my ipad. I felt as if I was part of the story at times. I recommend this book. AJ Fotheringham

Kirsty

Fantastic and unique tale of a witch's coming of age/romance...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 4, 2016

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You won't find any spoilers in my review.

I've read all of this authors books to date and I'm never disappointed. This tale of a young witch's coming of age contains all that I love about N.A. and Y.A. Callie is a likeable and identifiable young woman who discovers the real roots of her witch heritage, and her estranged father. In the process she meets James (like her, he's 'different'), and together they unravel the truth (with danger and mystery... what more could a girl want? 😁).

Yes, it's essetially a romance/coming of age. But it's more than the usual 'good overcomes evil and the guy and girl hook-up'. The plot and subplots twisting through the story deal with love, life, betrayal, family, mortality and death.

All of the above is delivered in a compelling story that's written with a prose that has me there: living in the moment. One thing I've always adored about this author, is the way she takes me to a location I have absolutely no knowledge of, and makes me feel like I've been there.

In all respects the characters are fantastic and three dimensional. The twists within the story and the subsequent reactions of some of the characters made my heart skip a beat and my eyes blur (much to the husbands dismay at 3am in the morning 😀).

I got hold of this book via prime, and I have since purchased it, because I know I will read it again. If you like your stories with passion and intrigue all woven within a tapestry of pagan culture and new concepts (there aren't any vampires, werewolves or fae), then this is for you... whoever you are 😀.

AM

Interesting romance!

Reviewed in Canada on December 11, 2017

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Interesting combination between witch and I'm mortals
Enjoyable reading, lovely characters. Good story.
Looking forward to reading the next book.

Mandy Parmenter (MP Book Reviews)

Great love story between a witch and an immortal with lots of drama too

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2018

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Callie Bradford returns home from exile and falls for James MacLauren - problem is she is a witch and is struggling to keep her magic a secret from him. However it gets so much worse when her father (a rogue warlock) will get his coven to kill anyone who stops her from joining them and taking part in their dark magic. However James also has a secret - he is an immortal and he really doesn't need to get tied up with a watch who could bind and imprison him. Can they work together to survive when covens and immortals are in a battle let alone when the alternative is either death or domination by black magic?

Wow - so many twists and turns in this story you will never be bored. I loved the characters as they were very real and believable. I really loved that Callie was a strong woman who was not shy to take or ask for whatever she wanted. James was a lovely guy and I could completely understand why he was so captivated by Callie and why the perceived risks of associating with her were not enough to stay away. Everything was clear and very easy to understand. I definitely enjoyed this story and can't wait to find out what happens next.

Jules

Magical love affair that will last forever

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 9, 2018

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Account witch, born on the day of Solstice is expected to become very powerful. Her dark Father wants to use her to gain control of the world, her Mother wants her to live a good and wholesome life. Battles begin and a handsome stranger comes in to Callie's life. Which side will she choose? Good or bad? Light or dark? Will the handsome stranger be the one she will love forever. Forever is a very long time.

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