Witches of Dubious Origin - by Jenn McKinlay (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

When a librarian discovers she's descended from a long line of powerful witches, she'll need all of her bookish knowledge to harness her family's magic, in this enchanting cozy fantasy from New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay.

Zoe Ziakas enjoys a quiet life, working as a librarian in her quaint New England town. When a mysterious black book with an unbreakable latch is delivered to the library, Zoe has a strange feeling the tome is somehow calling to her. She decides to consult the Museum of Literature, home to volumes of indecipherable secrets, some possessing dark magic that must be guarded.

Here, among their most dangerous collection, the Books of Dubious Origin, Zoe discovers that she is the last descendant of a family of witches and this little black book is their grimoire. Zoe knows she must decode the family's spell book and solve the mystery of what happened to her mother and her grandmother. However, the book's potential power draws all things magical to it, and Zoe finds herself under the constant watch of a pesky raven, while being chased by undead Vikings, ghost pirates, and assorted ghouls.

With assistance from the eccentric staff of the Books of Dubious Origin department--including their annoyingly smart and handsome containment specialist, Jasper Griffin--Zoe must confront her past and the legacy of her family. But as their adventure unfolds, she'll have to decide whether or not she's ready to embrace her destiny.

Review Quotes

"A delightful treasure! With a wonderful cast of characters, a fabulous spellbook, and a library you'll want to live in, Witches of Dubious Origin is one of those books that you fall more and more in love with until suddenly it's two in the morning, and you've lost track of the world. Such a fun and fantastic read!" --Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

"The perfect story for readers who've always dreamed of stepping into a world where books take on a life of their own and enchantment is waiting with every turn of the page. As a librarian with a passion for the written word, Zoe is the perfect witchy heroine, and following her as she comes into her power is nothing short of an absolute delight. Brimming over with magic, mystery, and just the right dash of romance, Witches of Dubious Origin is a must-read for fall!"--Stacy Sivinski, nationally bestselling author of The Crescent Moon Tearoom

Praise for Jenn McKinlay's romance novels

"The characters are fresh and beautifully drawn, and the chemistry is magic. It's the perfect summer vacation."--Annabel Monaghan, author of Same Time Next Summer

"Jenn McKinlay writes sexy, funny romances that will leave you begging for more!"--Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author of Almost Just Friends

"A playful breezy read that I couldn't put down!"­--Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Yours Truly

"With lovable characters and swoon-worthy moments, this heartwarming tale has it all."--Woman's World

"With a picturesque setting and plenty of entertaining storylines and well-developed characters, this fast-paced, steamy rom-com from McKinlay will enchant book lovers and foodies looking for an upbeat beach read."--Library Journal (Starred Review)

About the Author

Jenn McKinlay is the award-winning, New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of several mystery and romance series. Her work has been translated into multiple languages in countries all over the world. She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with kids, pets, and her husband's guitars.