Today is officially release day for Moonlight, Magic, and Murder — the third book in the Laguna Bay Midlife Witch Cozy Mystery series — and I’m so excited (and honestly a little emotional) to finally share this story with you. 💜
This book has been such a special journey for me. It’s filled with secrets, supernatural politics, family tensions, cozy suspense… and, of course, plenty of commentary from Kheppy, who remains convinced she’s the smartest being in Laguna Bay (she may not be entirely wrong).
Here’s a little peek at the mystery waiting for you:
✨ When a welcome party ends in murder, midlife witch Boo Boudreaux and her talking cat are on the case—because nothing ruins a family reunion like a body in the backyard.
Boo was braced for tension when her formidable ex-mother-in-law swept into Laguna Bay, putting a damper on Boo’s long-overdue reunion with her estranged daughter, Lila. Awkward hugs? Absolutely. Passive-aggressive comments? Guaranteed.
Murder? Not on the guest list.
Evangeline Duval isn’t just a difficult relative. She’s a high-ranking New Orleans supernatural elder with strong opinions about Laguna Bay’s magical leadership. One bad report from her could strip the town of its charter and shatter the safe haven Boo has fought hard to protect.
So when Evangeline collapses mid-celebration, whispers of poison, old grudges, and council infighting spread faster than gossip at the local hair salon. And before long, suspicion starts pointing straight at Boo’s own household.
With her sharp-tongued talking cat Kheppy, her fiercely loyal sister Delphine, and longtime friend Merle Foster by her side, Boo must untangle old loyalties, hidden guilt, and dangerous politics before fear tears her community apart.
Here’s what some early readers are saying:
“What a lovely heartfelt story. Miss Drake is one of my favourite authors, and I follow this series. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Once I started, I couldn’t stop until the very last page…” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ —Carolyn, Goodreads reviewer
“This is my favorite Boo book so far. It was really heartfelt and pulled me in right away. It had me nervous and really rooting for Boo and her daughter Lila. It had me guessing whodunit till the very end and a surprising perpetrator.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ —Darby, Goodreads reviewer
“I loved this cozy mystery with beleaguered sleuth Boo and her wonderful talking cat Kheppy originally from Cleopatra’s court.
Poor Boo had to manage family difficulties as well as murderous ones.
It was a delightfully baffling mystery.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ —Geraldine, Goodreads reviewer
“DeAnna has done it again. Wonderful story! A very entertaining story.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ —Linda, Goodreads reviewer
🐾 Ready to get your paws on MOONLIGHT, MAGIC, AND MURDER?
The book is available in ebook and paperback on Amazon, and it’s also included in Kindle Unlimited! 📖🔥
📍 Grab your copy today:
USA | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GPZ7RJL9
UK | https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GPZ7RJL9
CANADA | https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GPZ7RJL9
AUSTRALIA | https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0GPZ7RJL9
