Review: Witches of Ajax by Jordan Elizabeth

Synopsis

She will finish what the past started.

Seventeen-year-old pop star Lavender Stanhope, AKA Lily of the Valley, lives a life most teens could only dream of. When her dad dies in a freak accident, she agrees to visit his home town, knowing he had unfinished business there. But Canon Springs has an eerie, bloody history. And there are creatures there whose memories are long, and whose plans center on Lavender, whether she wants to be involved or not. As she tries to overcome grief, grudges, and mistrust, she realizes that escaping Canon Springs may require saving it.

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It's a captivating story where past and present clash. I love how the author has used history to put life into the story. The characters are all interesting and there are enough twists and turns to keep the readers entertained. It's a unique paranormal story unlike I have ever read and for that alone I love it.

When Lavender's father dies in an accident, she is invited to visit his hometown. It's a mysterious place that has secrets no outsider is allowed to unravel. But Lavender isn't like any other outsider. Her father has told her stories and she is there to fulfill one of his wishes. Whether the witches of Ajax accept her or not is of little consequence. She doesn't plan to stay there for long, anyway. Or so she thought. But her grandmother and her destiny might have something else in mind. Will Lavender be able to solve all the mysteries that shroud this small town, or will she lose herself?

Overall, the story is intriguing and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I'd recommend it to anyone who is looking for an original fantastical book unlike any you would've read before. If you are not afraid of exploring the boundaries between genres then this story is for you.

P.S. I'd like to thank the author for the complimentary copy. My review is an honest opinion and has nothing to do with the author or the publisher.