Deja Brew

Coffee, cream, and a prophecy of death. Just another Tuesday at The Daily Grind.Clara Calloway has a secret. To the residents of Wickham Falls, she's just the owner of the town's best coffee shop. But in reality, she's a Kitchen Witch with a chaotic gift: her emotions infuse her baking, and her latte art predicts the future.Clara has managed to keep her magic under the radar-until she accidentally pours a Grim Reaper into the foam of a rude tourist's cappuccino. When the man drops dead ten minutes later, all eyes turn to Clara.Enter Thatcher Grey. He's an Inquisitor for the High Council of Magic, sent to hunt down unregistered witches. He's cold, bureaucratic, and suspiciously handsome. He's also convinced Clara is hiding something.Now, Clara has a choice: Solve the murder herself to clear her name, or let Thatcher dig deep enough to uncover her secret. With her chaotic sister Sadie trying to monetize her panic-induced pastries, and a killer on the loose, Clara is in hot water. And this time, she can't just bake her way out of it. Shari Malin writes with the deep understanding that every moment counts. A stroke and quadruple bypass survivor, she channels her resilience and gratitude into crafting heartfelt love stories that celebrate happy endings. With a Master's Degree in English Education, Shari combines her literary background with a passion for emotional connection. She currently lives in Georgia with her husband and the world's quietest Chihuahua-a dog who, miraculously, never barks. Welcome to Wickham Falls, where the coffee is magical, the secrets run deep, and the local barista knows exactly when you're going to die.Clara Calloway is just trying to keep her head above water. As a closeted Kitchen Witch running The Daily Grind in a sleepy New England town, she has a chaotic gift: her emotions infuse her baking, and her latte art predicts the immediate future. If she pours a heart, you'll find love. If she pours a grim reaper... well, you might want to update your will.Clara's quiet life gets roasted when her foam art predicts a murder, drawing the attention of the High Council of Magic. Enter Thatcher Grey: a brooding, by-the-book Inquisitor sent to hunt down unregistered witches. He's dangerously handsome, allergic to fun, and determined to shut Clara down.But Wickham Falls has a way of brewing up trouble that neither of them can handle alone. Across three books, this unlikely duo must navigate poisoned espressos, cutthroat barista competitions, and hexed Valentine's chocolates. As the bodies pile up and the sexual tension reaches a boiling point, Clara and Thatcher have to decide what's more dangerous: the killers hidden in plain sight, or the undeniable magic sparking between them.Perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and Practical Magic, this cozy mystery series serves up a delightful blend of humor, romance, and enchanting suspense.