THE WITCH'S LENS The Order of the Seven Stars, Book 1

Gail Shalan narrates this fantastical novel set during WWI. It focuses on Petra, a witch who is hidden from the world until she is sought out to join a special group called upon to fight against evil. Shalan's voice is full of feeling. Her deliberate intonation and quick pace create anticipation and a sense of adventure. Beyond the fighting against monsters and other ghostly creatures, there is a love story that doesn't distract from the main events. It's just enough, given Petra's complicated circumstance: She's married but doesn't know if her husband, a soldier, is alive. Shalan becomes the various characters located in a Central European region. The suspense over who is fighting for what side is alluring, horrific, and fun to listen to. T.E.C. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: JANUARY 2024]