The modern guide to witchcraft encompasses a diverse range of practices and beliefs that have evolved over time. Witchcraft, traditionally associated with magic and spellcasting, has experienced a resurgence in recent years. With the rise of popular culture references and an increased interest in spirituality, witchcraft has become a topic of fascination for many. One of the key aspects of modern witchcraft is the inclusion of both traditional and contemporary practices. While ancient rituals and spells are often incorporated, modern witches also develop their own unique approaches. This blend of old and new allows practitioners to create their own personal path within witchcraft, adapting it to their beliefs and needs.
Bait And Witch is the first book in a new series. I found it highly entertaining and immensely fun. I am always a fan of witch or book-related cozies, and this book has both. Josie is a witch with a unique magical ability, she just didn’t know it until she found herself hiding out in a library in Oregon, and the books started talking to her. Unfortunately, she finds out that the library may not be around for long as there are plans to bulldoze it. But with the news, a body turns up, and before she knows it, she is looking for a new place to hide, because somebody may want her dead. The murder of an unknown woman comes on the heels of Josie arriving in town. After hearing a backroom deal being made by a politician and a contractor, Josie, along with a co-worker who goes missing, is in danger. She takes the job in Oregon to spend a few quiet weeks, hoping that no one will be able to track her to the town.
After 11 years as a congressional investigator, Angela realized she was more fascinated by the stories at the edges of her investigations the decrepit exercise equipment in the ladies room of a Czech oil company; the curious number of framed photographs of women on a nuclear weapons official s desk; the stupendous speed by which a particular Agriculture undersecretary inhaled chili dogs than by the policies she evaluated. In traveling to the small town, Josie experiences something she cannot describe and comes to realize that she is a witch whose power comes from books.
This blend of old and new allows practitioners to create their own personal path within witchcraft, adapting it to their beliefs and needs. The modern guide to witchcraft emphasizes the importance of understanding and connecting with nature. Many modern witches see themselves as stewards of the Earth, emphasizing eco-consciousness and the preservation of the environment.
Bait and Witch
A librarian, who is also a whistleblower, on the run and hiding out in a small town, what could go wrong? Josie intent on doing the right thing is a whistleblower and tells the FBI about a bribe she overhears in the Library of Congress. Instead of staying in town, she take a vacation and a new job in a small town across the country that should make it hard to find her. However, the town has problems and mysteries of its own. In traveling to the small town, Josie experiences something she cannot describe and comes to realize that she is a witch whose power comes from books. Of course when she gets to her small town she finds a dead body, and the library is in trouble. Josie decides that even if she isn’t staying she will help as much as she can, and in the process maybe she realizes that this small town is good for her and her reclaimed abilities. Eagerly looking forward to the next books in the series.
Character List/Book Summary:
Josie Wayfield – has a star birthmark that started burning when she crossed the Continental Divide. Overheard a bribe for a defense contract and fled after giving evidence to the FBI. Gets magical sense from books. Discovers a dead body on her first day in Wilfred. Solves the murder and a few other mysteries along the way.
Lyndon Forster – caretaker of the Wilfred library and one of the board of trustees. Picks Josie up from the airport after attending a secret meeting. Vegan and has a way of working with flowers.
Darla Starling – hired Josie after an interview over the phone, did not tell her the trouble the library was in. Is basically the de facto mayor (owns the trailer park, tavern & dinner). A library trustee and has a secret that Josie figures out.
Toni – Josie’s sister and a physician
Roslyn “Roz” Glover – assistant librarian, and works on a secret project in the library by a window that overlooks the grounds. Tells Josie about the library possibly being demolished and turned into a retreat.
Marilyn Wilfred – left the library to the town in her will, townspeople call her Aunt Lyn
Ilona Blackwalter – real estate agent handling the sale of the library. A library trustee. Her secrets are uncovered as Josie is hunting down the killer.
Dylan – high school intern
Jean – Josie’s younger sister
Sheriff Bert Dolby – sheriff of Wilfred. Knows about Josie’s issue with the FBI and claims to be working with them. His secrets are part of the plot twist.
Duke McConway – library trustee, member of knitting club, convinced Craig is guilty
Thurston “Sam” Wilfred – the 5th, lives next to the library in the “big house” that the Wilfreds own. Lives in LA, the sheriff knows his real job and why he is in town. Josie finds out his secret after the explosion in the library.
Craig Burdock – arrested for murder, small time criminal, and uses his vulnerability to get his way with women.
Lalena Dolby – Bert’s sister, does tarot/palm reading/and communicates with the dead. Dated Craig and knows he couldn’t have killed the woman Josie found.
January Stephens – a “fixer” who was found murdered on the library grounds.
Sita and Ruff Waters – buyers of the library. Sign a letter of intent to purchase the library at a meeting. Plan to turn the library into a retreat.
Judge Valade – the judge ruling on the suit to stop the purchase of the library. Josie gets a report to him on how valuable the library is to the community.
Duke McConway – library trustee, member of knitting club, convinced Craig is guilty
They may work with natural elements, such as herbs, crystals, and essential oils, in their rituals and spells. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in witchcraft as a form of self-care and empowerment. Modern witches often use witchcraft as a tool for personal growth and healing. They may engage in practices such as meditation, journaling, and energy work to cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness and well-being. The modern guide to witchcraft also emphasizes community and inclusivity. With social media platforms and online communities, witches from all walks of life can connect and share their experiences. This sense of community provides support, encouragement, and a space for learning and growth. It is important to note that modern witchcraft is a deeply personal and individual practice. Each person may have their own unique path and beliefs within witchcraft. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, and practitioners are encouraged to find what resonates with them personally. Overall, the modern guide to witchcraft is a dynamic and evolving practice. It incorporates ancient traditions while embracing new ways of thinking and understanding. Whether it is used for personal growth, spiritual connection, or simply as a means of self-expression, modern witchcraft offers individuals the freedom to explore and define their own spiritual path..
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