The Witch of Tin Mountain, Paulette Kennedy
The Witch of Tin Mountain, Paulette Kennedy
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The Witch of Tin Mountain

Author: Paulette Kennedy

Narrator: Amy Bentley, Courtney Patterson

Unabridged: 10 hr 26 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/01/2023

Synopsis

In Depression-era Arkansas, something wicked has come to a haunted mountain town in a novel of uncanny suspense by the author of Parting the Veil.Blood and power bind three generations of women in the Ozark Mountains. So does an evil that’s followed them across the decades.1931. Gracelynn Doherty lives peacefully on Tin Mountain, helping her adoptive granny work her cures. Despite whispers that the women are witches, the superstitious locals still seek them out, whether to remedy arthritis or a broken heart. But when evangelist Josiah Bellflower comes to town promising miracle healing, full bellies, and prosperity, his revivals soon hold Tin Mountain in thrall—and Granny in abject fear.Granny recognizes Josiah. Fifty years ago, in a dark and desperate moment, she made a terrible promise. Now Josiah, an enemy, has returned to collect his due.As Granny sickens and the drought-ridden countryside falls under a curse, Gracelynn must choose: flee Tin Mountain and the only family she knows, or confront the vengeful preacher whose unholy mission is to destroy her.

About Paulette Kennedy

Originally from the Ozarks, Paulette Kennedy now lives with her family and their menagerie of pets in a quiet suburb of Los Angeles. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her tending her garden and trying to catch up with the looming stack of unread books next to her bed. You can connect with her on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Rosh ~on extended semihiatus~ on December 07, 2022

In a Nutshell:An interesting story. Too many characters with similar problems, so it becomes a tad confusing. But overall, a good atmospheric read. Story Synopsis: 1931, Arkansas. Nineteen-year-old Gracelynn helps her adoptive granny in the work of being a healer and midwife to the citizens of Tin M......more

Goodreads review by ♥︎ Heather ⚔(Semi-Hiatus) on March 07, 2025

This is a hard one to rate for me... I think I'll go with 3 stars because while the prose is beautiful and atmospheric I had a hard time following the timelines and who's POV we were hearing from. The chapters are labeled with who's pov we're hearing from which is great, but I still found that I kept......more

Goodreads review by Darcia on January 18, 2023

I wish I could fall in line with everyone who loved this book, but it didn’t work for me. The story is told in dual timelines, 1931 and 1881, which we consistently bounce between throughout the book. One is written in third person past, the other in first person present. Despite that distinction, I s......more

Goodreads review by Maria on April 22, 2022

This book is phenomenal! Full of cults, witchcraft, and steeped in the folklore of the Ozarks, it's going to keep your heart racing and force you to keep the nightlight on!......more

Goodreads review by Hester on July 18, 2022

Kennedy weaves an achingly beautiful tale full of dark folklore, powerful women, and spine-tingling suspense. Deirdre and Gracelynn’s story will grab you by the heart, and stay with you long after the last page.......more

Quotes

“With LGBTQ representation, Kennedy’s captivating second novel is perfect for historical fiction readers who enjoy a bit of witchcraft, folklore, and mystery.” —Booklist“The antagonist, the demon, goes by three different names and is incredibly real. So real that images from the novel lingered for days in my mind.” —Historical Novels Review“Kennedy weaves an achingly beautiful tale full of dark folklore, powerful women, and spine-tingling suspense. Deirdre’s and Gracelynn’s stories will grab you by the heart and stay with you long after the last page.” —Hester Fox, author of A Lullaby for Witches

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