Kindle Edition Download to your Nook (eBook) Download from Apple iTunes (eBook) Download from Smashwords (eBook) Amazon Barnes & Noble.com Universal Reader Link Category:  Romance Publisher: Indie Published Type: Fiction Pages: 57 Copyright: April 1, 2020 Price: $1.49 (eBook) Love spells are dangerous, even more so for those who cast them… [**New edition, complete with a new scene!] Love spells are dangerous, even more so for those who cast them… Ethan Hamilton moves to a lazy little town in Oregon, hoping to escape his demons. Instead, he discovers a woman dancing nude in the moonlight. This woman who claims she is a witch dazzles him with her sensual presence. He thinks she’s crazy, but what if she’s not? Jessie Anderson has been taught that her kind hides who they really are. And she has a problem on her hands. Someone knows her secret and she must do all she can to protect herself. What other choice does she have? Jessie casts a spell on a good man, a man with whom she can’t fight her attraction. The spell doesn’t work quite as planned. Messing with free will is always a bad idea. To top it off, Ethan’s treatment of her is so addictive. Deep down, she knows the effects will wear off, and yet his feelings seem genuine. It’s just a spell…right?   Excerpt Her gaze was wild, panicked, reminding him of a wounded animal that wasn’t sure of what danger it might be facing. When her eyes met his, the breath escaped him just as she gasped. Dear God, she was lovely. From what he could tell, she was about five foot four and perfect. He could not mistake the pull he felt, the way he was drawn to her sensuous mystery. Instead of covering herself, she crept closer to the fire and before he knew it, she produced a knife. Her voice called out, startling him. “Strong gusts of sweet Nature's Life, soft scented stillness to calm all strife, Blow for me, breathe for me, sweeping all evil away. Blow for me, breathe for me, in dark winter night or bright summer day.” He didn’t understand her words at all, but he couldn’t look away. Then her eyes traveled back to his. “What do you want?” she hissed. The contrast between her ferocity and the carefree, joyous way she’d been dancing made him want to laugh. He shook his head. “What are you doing with that? You could hurt someone.” “It’s an athame.” She narrowed her eyes at him. He frowned. He doubted she knew how to wield the weapon. But it wouldn’t be smart to underestimate her. His job had taught him to be prepared for anything. “Now, wait just a minute, sweetheart. I’m not going to hurt you.” He took one step out of the line of trees, then stopped. “Oh?” “I just came to make sure no one’s trying to start a fire out here.” She frowned. “Are you a ranger?” “Hardly.” He sighed. “I used to be a cop.” Her eyes wavered over his face, and then gave a swift perusal of the rest of his body. He had never been more aware of his masculinity, dressed in simple jeans, a tee shirt and a jacket. “I don’t recognize you. Are you a tourist?” He shook his head. “No. I just moved here a few days ago.” “Oh.” “What are you doing out here anyway?” He struggled not to be distracted by her nudity, however appealing it was. “Nothing. A spell.” “A spell?” His eyes flew to the black cauldron. He remembered the strange chanting he’d heard before. “You’re practicing witchcraft? That’s a new one.”

Magickal short story
As a practicing Wiccan, I was excited to find a story where one of the main characters is a practicing Wiccan and not doing it for show. I was impressed with the knowledge imparted, especially when Jessie was casting the love spell and going through all the reasons why she shouldn’t be doing it. Most Wiccans that I know do exactly the same thing and most do not cast if it will harm another. Just like the Wiccan Rede states: “Harm None, Do What Thou Will.” Love spells fall in that category for most. And to see the negative repercussions fall into place was a nice surprise. It is clear that Ms. Lavender respects the Path enough that she asked for expert help and it was clearly given and used.
Jessie and Ethan are a well matched pair. Both with their own issues, but coming together, they were each able to help the other grow and love.
My only wish was that this book was longer, I did not want it to end. The writing was great, the characters bold and refreshing. Thank you Miss Lavender for a great read…I can’t wait to read some of your other works.
-Cryssy M

Magick & Moonlight
Magick & Moonlight is a sweet vacation book. As Ethan Hamilton and Jessie Anderson find both love and themselves the reader is treated to a nice escape with a good read.
-Rhonda C.

Wicca shows true colors
I love the story. As a solitary practitioner. I related with Jesse. I enjoyed the accuracy of the Wiccan rituals and how it depicts the true spirituality of Wicca. My only wish is it was longer and more Wicca was revealed. But look forward to a sequel.
-Belinda F. Celayir