Deep in the heart of Appalachia, the small town of Baines Creek is home to the last one-room schoolhouse. Having taught there for the last 10 years, Kate Shaw is now out of a job and home because the schoolhouse is closing. However, with the death of the local healer, Birdie Rocas, Kate inherits Birdie's books of truths. To uncover Birdie's secrets, Kate must take a leap of faith into the folklore of the mountains and trust Lydia Brown, who studies rare books. Lydia has secrets of her own, her psychic gift has failed her since her parents died. Lydia traveled to Baine's Creek hoping to find Birdie and regain her gifts, but now must rely on Birdie's books and any other clues left behind.
"The Creek, The Crone and the Crow" is a magical story about life in Appalachia and the strength and knowledge of women. Lyrical and descriptive writing pulled me into the small town of Baine's Creek, creating a strong sense of community and respect for nature. Kate came to Baine's Creek to escape. She found community, but never really fit in, refusing to believe the local folklore. Lydia came to Baine's Creek to find the power she thought she had lost for good. In trying to unravel Birdie's secrets, Kate and Lydia must first uncover the truths buried deep within themselves. I enjoyed solving the mystery Birdie left behind for the women, showing them that they had the strength within them all along. Along with Birdie Kate and Lydia, I loved Lydia's niece, Gus, whose sense of wonder and self-trust was refreshing. I also adored the animal companions—Simon the Crow, Rachel the dog and Uncle the cat—for lending guidance and support where they could. Overall, The Creek, The Crone and the Crow is a mystery entwined in folklore and magic in the Appalachian Mountains, featuring a journey of discovery.
This book was received for free in exchange for an honest review.
"The Creek, The Crone and the Crow" is a magical story about life in Appalachia and the strength and knowledge of women. Lyrical and descriptive writing pulled me into the small town of Baine's Creek, creating a strong sense of community and respect for nature. Kate came to Baine's Creek to escape. She found community, but never really fit in, refusing to believe the local folklore. Lydia came to Baine's Creek to find the power she thought she had lost for good. In trying to unravel Birdie's secrets, Kate and Lydia must first uncover the truths buried deep within themselves. I enjoyed solving the mystery Birdie left behind for the women, showing them that they had the strength within them all along. Along with Birdie Kate and Lydia, I loved Lydia's niece, Gus, whose sense of wonder and self-trust was refreshing. I also adored the animal companions—Simon the Crow, Rachel the dog and Uncle the cat—for lending guidance and support where they could. Overall, The Creek, The Crone and the Crow is a mystery entwined in folklore and magic in the Appalachian Mountains, featuring a journey of discovery.
This book was received for free in exchange for an honest review.
