Review: Don't ignore the "magic" part of the book summary....
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 12 26, 2011
I guess I'm a mystery "purist" in the sense that I want brain work to do all the deducting without any paranormal assistance.  Somehow I didn't take literally enough the use of the word "magic" in the book description, so when it started to become a *major* part of the plot-line - well, it was a turnoff.I found the main character's job as a house "cleaner" for re-possessed homes a fascinating side-note to the story and a great way to explain all of Ms. Sweet's unusual talents; e.g.,picking locks.If the rest of the series indicates an ongoing reliance on the paranormal, this will definitely be my last Samantha Sweet mystery (though I wouldn't mind a few of those recipes for the baked goods she whips up!).