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Poisoned Leaves: A Green Witch Mystery Kindle Edition

by P L Matthews (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 725 ratings

Find the killer. Stay under the radar. All in time for tea.

Rhianne Alkenn is thrust into the heart of a murder investigation as a consultant. But when her gargoyle employee becomes the prime suspect, the investigation becomes personal.

She’s not very good with relationships or accepting help but a growing set of quirky friends won’t take no for an answer: her cheeky incubus best friend, her wise familiar Toto, a sassy half-gargoyle lawyer and a pathologist who can tell you what she is but would then have to kill you.

As the layers of the investigation unfold, Rhianne must navigate the relationships with her ambitious witch mother, elusive elf father, and a blossoming connection with tech mage Kai.

Oh, and did she mention that her powers are not supposed to exist? Her task: solve the case, keep her powers hidden, and then return to being a regular halfling. Piece of cake, right?

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If you enjoy books by K M Shea, Heather G. Harris and Kim Harrison, then you’ll love this riveting urban fantasy story with a touch of humour and romance.

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    A Green Witch Mystery
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    October 3, 2023
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Murder, magic... and that's before tea
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A Green Witch Mystery

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CKG4GJZJ
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 3, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.6 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
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  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ A Green Witch Mystery
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P L Matthews

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In Sydney's urban jungle, this wife, mum, and hopeless romantic once herded corporate cats as a project director— a job that sharpened her skills in intrigue and (non-lethal) murder. Now she’s busy plotting the demise of fictional characters in her enchanting urban fantasies and murder mysteries. When not infusing her stories with humour, light and a touch of romance, you’ll find her attempting to ride waves and embracing the art of the wipeout, jamming tunes with her husband, or valiantly trying to restore order to the delightful chaos that is family life.

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Customers enjoy this urban fantasy mystery book, with one review noting how the plot unfolds like a tangled vine. Moreover, the book features great characters and new relationships, with one customer highlighting how it weaves a world that captivates the senses. Additionally, customers find the book entertaining, with one mentioning its fantastic banter.

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10 customers mention "Mystery content"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery elements in the book, with one review noting how the plot unfolds like a tangled vine, while another describes it as an awesome cozy mystery series.

"...If you want a Sherlock Holmes kind of feel, with some sweet romance and super supportive friends this book is perfect...." Read more

"...The book follows her on her murder mystery, with unexpected twists and turns, as she tries to figure out what trouble in her life is related to that..." Read more

"...This novel entwines intrigue and magic, weaving a world that captivates your senses. Twists that Keep You Guessing..." Read more

"This was awesome. I loved the pacing and mystery. The detective work was awesome and I’m hoping for more of that in future books it was so good...." Read more

9 customers mention "Enjoyment"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning the fantastic banter and another noting it as an amazing first in the series.

"...of feel, with some sweet romance and super supportive friends this book is perfect. She’s smart , fun and can beat her bestie on the mat at the gym...." Read more

"...new friends bring a wider look at the world while having fantastic banter. Her guardian/pet Toto is more than meets the eye...." Read more

"This was awesome. I loved the pacing and mystery. The detective work was awesome and I’m hoping for more of that in future books it was so good...." Read more

"Thoroughly enjoyed this book and looking forward to the next one. I enjoyed this blending of the supernatural with regular normal humans...." Read more

8 customers mention "Pacing"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, appreciating its fun take on urban fantasy, with one customer noting how it weaves a world that captivates the senses through evocative descriptions that paint a picture so real.

"...It was nice to read an urban fantasy without all the violence, because there doesn’t need to be blood and sex to make it a good UF...." Read more

"...Matthews's evocative descriptions paint a picture so real, you can almost smell the earth and feel the tingle of enchantment. "..." Read more

"...I enjoyed this blending of the supernatural with regular normal humans...." Read more

"Typical world with various magical beings. Our heroine is a mix of elf, witch etc, with various unrealized powers who owns a nursery...." Read more

5 customers mention "Likable characters"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book.

"...Characters that Leap Off the Page Matthews crafts vivid characters, each with their own shadows and desires...." Read more

"...All fairly common these days. The writing is a step above with good strong characters. Pleasant read with no sex or violence." Read more

"...Nice to see a more realistic portrayal of the police… as real people, so better than others. The main character is really likable!..." Read more

"Entertaining and interesting characters that I want to read more about. Beginning of new relationships, new mystery solving, a new business...." Read more

4 customers mention "Development of relationships"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the development of relationships in the book, with one mentioning the intriguing new friends introduced.

"...The politician mom dodging is fitting. The funny and intriguing new friends bring a wider look at the world while having fantastic banter...." Read more

"...yourself (no surprise suspects) and the developing relationships keep you interested in the next book...." Read more

"...Beginning of new relationships, new mystery solving, a new business. This book is a great storyline that is the perfect setup for more...." Read more

"Magick, paranormals, friendships & mystery.... all the ingredients for an amazing first in a series!..." Read more

4 customers mention "Entertainment value"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book entertaining, with one describing it as funny.

"...She’s smart , fun and can beat her bestie on the mat at the gym. I’m about to read the second one tonight. Yay!" Read more

"...The politician mom dodging is fitting. The funny and intriguing new friends bring a wider look at the world while having fantastic banter...." Read more

"Entertaining and interesting characters that I want to read more about. Beginning of new relationships, new mystery solving, a new business...." Read more

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Mystery, Friendship, and Magic
4 out of 5 stars
Mystery, Friendship, and Magic
This story follows Rhianne, a green witch and owner of a flower shop. Oh, and did I mention there's also a murder investigation, some hidden magic, and a budding romance? What I found most enjoyable were Rhianne's eclectic group of friends and the array of places the story led us to explore. One scene in chapter two particularly stood out to me: when Rhianne went out for tea. The author's depiction of the assorted teas, the cozy yet natural ambiance, and the elegant craftsmanship of the tea pots transported me right into the scene. It left me wanting a real-life visit to that charming tea spot.
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  • tinesakura
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fun urban fantasy
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2024
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    Rhianne’s life is pretty great, she has a the very best friend a girl can have, he loves buying her clothes—I mean come on. Loyal employees and a little gig on the side that lets her play Sherlock Holmes every now and then. She’s relatable, too, has family problems and not as confident as some of us pretend to be.

    It was nice to read an urban fantasy without all the violence, because there doesn’t need to be blood and sex to make it a good UF. And this proved it. If you want a Sherlock Holmes kind of feel, with some sweet romance and super supportive friends this book is perfect. She’s smart , fun and can beat her bestie on the mat at the gym. I’m about to read the second one tonight. Yay!
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  • Amanda
    4.0 out of 5 stars A lovely murder mystery, fantasy and romance!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024
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    Rhianne Alkenn is a witch/fae halfling who runs her own lawncare business and tries to stay off of her parents' radar. She has two great gargoyle employees to help her in her business, but also occasionally consults for the police as well. Her knowledge of plants, how they help and how they can harm, makes her extremely knowledgeable. This is how she finds herself part of a murder investigation. Unfortunately, it's not the only reason she finds herself needing to know answers.

    The book follows her on her murder mystery, with unexpected twists and turns, as she tries to figure out what trouble in her life is related to that, and what is instead related to those in her life. Her mother is a witch council member, her father is an elusive elf, her best friend/brother figure is a sexy incubus who runs his own club and works in secrets, her gargoyle employees have their own family troubles, her new lawyer friend is a confident and take charge gargoyle halfling, the forensics specialist is a paranormal mystery addicted to sweets, and a fellow consultant is a handsome, nerdy and talented tech mage. She certainly has her hands full!

    I love all of her relationships in this. The politician mom dodging is fitting. The funny and intriguing new friends bring a wider look at the world while having fantastic banter. Her guardian/pet Toto is more than meets the eye. Nel the sexy incubus is the usual attention-grabbing character, and while I love him and want more of his story, it's really refreshing that there is ZERO chemistry between him and Rhianne. Kia on the other hand is perfect for her, though I think there will be more revealed about him at some point.

    The paranormal being just another part of the world coexisting with humans is interesting, while the fae world is still separate and mostly unknown for now.

    I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can't wait to find out more as this series progresses! At times the conversations didn't flow as steadily for me, but this is a great start to the series.
    Just as an added note, this story takes place in Sydney, so there is some phrasing and spelling that is different from American English, but it didn't detract from the story for me at all.
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  • Daniel Tubbs
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Fantastical Mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2024
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    Unravel a Bewitching Mystery: Poisoned Leaves by PL Matthews

    Craving a thrilling mystery that casts a spell? Look no further than "Poisoned Leaves" by PL Matthews. This novel entwines intrigue and magic, weaving a world that captivates your senses.

    Twists that Keep You Guessing

    The plot unfolds like a tangled vine, brimming with unexpected turns. Just as you think you've grasped the truth, another layer emerges, leaving you devouring the pages to unravel the secrets.

    Characters that Leap Off the Page

    Matthews crafts vivid characters, each with their own shadows and desires. You'll find yourself entangled in the mystery, rooting for their triumphs and mourning their losses, all the while laughing at her cheeky sense of humor.

    A World Where Magic Blooms

    Step into a realm where ancient forests whisper secrets and magic hums in the air. Matthews's evocative descriptions paint a picture so real, you can almost smell the earth and feel the tingle of enchantment.

    "Poisoned Leaves" will leave you spellbound and buying the next book to keep up with Rhianne's adventures!
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  • Kimberly Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars awesome sauce
    Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2024
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    This was awesome. I loved the pacing and mystery. The detective work was awesome and I’m hoping for more of that in future books it was so good. I love the friendship building and look forward to the next one!
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  • Tess R
    4.0 out of 5 stars fun new take on urban fantasy
    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
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    Thoroughly enjoyed this book and looking forward to the next one. I enjoyed this blending of the supernatural with regular normal humans. I also enjoyed a heroin that wasn’t incredibly damaged at the beginning of the book. I hate that trope. I got a little bored with the banter between, at least two of the characters . There was definitely the feeling that we were setting up everybody’s rules as they move forward working together it absolutely felt like the first in the series and I can’t wait for the next one. Good job.
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  • E.P. McLean
    3.0 out of 5 stars first in series
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2025
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    Typical world with various magical beings. Our heroine is a mix of elf, witch etc, with various unrealized powers who owns a nursery. All fairly common these days. The writing is a step above with good strong characters. Pleasant read with no sex or violence.
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  • Bookdragon41
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome cozy mystery series!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2024
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    If you like mysteries, paranormal settings, and found family groups, then this series is for you! The clues are there for you to solve the mysteries yourself (no surprise suspects) and the developing relationships keep you interested in the next book. I have read the first five and am looking forward to more!
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  • R. Cobble
    4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2025
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    I really like P L Matthews' writing and love this Green Witch series. The author has made this series unique by including supernaturals that are out of the ordinary and have their own quirks. This series has light romance, plenty of action and great storylines.
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  • Ro
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2024
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    Strong plot, smooth and evenly paved story with a delightful mix of characters. Refreshing and nice change of pace for me. I shall continue the series.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this book and diving in to the rest of the series
    Reviewed in Australia on July 9, 2024
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    It's a fascinating magical world which is similar but pleasantly different than other book series. It will be interesting to read the rest in the series and discover how Rhianne's story unfolds along with the other characters.
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  • vida
    5.0 out of 5 stars poisoned Leaves
    Reviewed in Canada on October 4, 2024
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    This is a well written book that keeps you guessing and interested. A fun read with just the right romance to tickle the imagination. Worth the read
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  • Oberon60
    5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent first book gor acseries
    Reviewed in Canada on September 19, 2024
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    Characters are well fleshed out and interesting. Their motivations are believable and the backgrounds that the author gives the reader makes reading the second book a welcome delight.
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  • DebB
    4.0 out of 5 stars engaging, romps along with no dull moments
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2024
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    I enjoyed this - our heroine has some good friends behind her, this world has supernaturals and humans sharing openly, she enjoys her food, so don’t read this if you’re planning on not eating much!
    There’s a murder, a mystery, and some sleuthing, and some maybe connected, maybe not other incidents that are mostly resolved at the end. A chance encounter leads to a nicely developed romance that doesn’t take over the story, and there are no explicit moments. Heroine an interesting supernatural hybrid who clearly has more skills and abilities to come, her supporting act include an incubus, a Tech Mage, some gargoyles and the “dog”, who’s very much not a dog!
    Rattles along, no heavy swearing I can recall, no sex, a bit of violence but nothing gratuitous - worth the read.
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