Genres: Cozy Mystery, Paranormal/Fantasy
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I have enjoyed all of the books in this series, but I think this is my favorite one. I love the interactions between the characters. I also loved where this story took them. Great story line.
—Kandy, Goodreads reviewer
Careful of Thy Wishes
Fairy Tale Magic
Reg thought when she received the box of gemstones from the fairies that her wishes had been fulfilled and it was the end of her troubles.
But it was only the beginning.
What Reg had thought was a generous gift in recompense of saving Calliopia from certain death turns out to be a major in pain the backside. How was she supposed to know where they had originated?
But as it turns out, she’d better figure it out pretty quickly, before her luck runs out.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ P.D. Workman’s witchy writing carries you through a world that can make you stop and wander. Could something like this really happen? Could it be possible? You sure wish it could be. Even the smile you have at the end says this might just be the beginning of a magical new life.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat.
Like paranormal mysteries? Psychics, witches, fairies, and more! Award-winning and USA Today Bestselling Author P.D. Workman waves her wand to transport readers to the myth- and magic-filled small town of Black Sands for another paranormal cozy mystery to be solved by Reg Rawlins and her friends.
A self-professed con artist practicing as a contact to the dead, a drop-dead gorgeous warlock, and a psychic cat—what could go wrong?
Fall under Reg’s spell today.
Praise for Reg Rawlins
—Another great work of art by Ms. Workman. I am amazed at the diversity of her writing and how much I really enjoy them all. She can write cozy mystery, YA books that should be read by all, medical thrillers, Zach Goldman series and now a paranormal series. I am so glad to have found this author. I am honored that I get to read them early also.
—This book has all my favourite things: heart, great writing, nearly-flawless editing, something unusual in the air, and a cat. I needed a light read, and this fit the bill perfectly. Recommended.
—This book actually surprised me. I knew that a psychic cat would be entertaining. I just didn’t expect it to be this good. You really do get wrapped up in the people and story. It sounds like a fairly gentle story, but there is a lot of suspense involved. Add a bunch of humor to the mix and you are in for a treat. I love the characters. Wish I had some friends like them. And the cat is so very well done. Acts like a typical cat, but a lot smarter than his human. This is a story that you don’t want to put down.
—Extremely well written as are all of P.D. Workman’s books, the characters well developed. I’m a character reader, I get into the characters. Who and what they are. Why they do the things they do. The things that make a reader get invested into the characters and thereby the book. I look forward to P.D. Workman’s next book.
—P D Workman has done it again; created a cast of characters and a storyline that are captivating and enthralling. Once I started this cozy I didn’t want to put it down (which can be a bad thing when you have a family to take care of…lol). I can’t wait for the other books in this series. I think Reg is going to turn out to be one of my favorite new characters. Pick up your copy as soon as possible.
Author Notes
Author Notes may contain spoilers!
Back in A Catastrophic Theft, Sarah warned Reg about the granting of wishes:
“But fairy magic is unpredictable. It rarely gives you something without taking something away. Haven’t you ever read the traditional fairy tales? Wishes are always granted in the worst possible way, leaving the wisher in a worse position than they were in to begin with.”
But Reg wasn’t thinking about that when she made a wish in The Telepathy of Gardens at Harrison’s suggestion. Fir warns her:
“Be careful of thy wishes. You never know which ones will be granted.”
But it seems that Reg’s wish is granted, when at the end of Fairy Blade Unmade, she is rewarded with gemstones after saving Calliopia’s life.
And that’s a good thing, right?
Reg finally wouldn’t have to worry about money anymore.
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Praise for P.D. Workman
“Every single one of [P.D. Workman’s] books has spoken to me … And I have found strength in the books I’ve read.”
“This is one author I certainly will be looking out for, I can’t recommend her enough.”
“I’ll read anything by P. D. Workman that I can get my hands on.”
“Every book by PD Workman that I’ve read has been a gripping one, however different the genres are, going from lighter mysteries to really dark ones… this is one of my favourite, most dependable authors.”
“P.D. Workman is an incredibly versatile writer. No matter which of her books I read I am drawn into a great story and honestly, I don’t think I’ve followed another author that could go from cozy mystery to YA to a PI series dealing with mental health issues. Really enjoy her books!”
“[P.D. Workman’s] stories are so believable and you can’t help but feel like you know these people. You find yourself crying, laughing and feeling the characters emotions. Now if an author can make you cry and feel every emotion in a story, she is one hell of an author.”
“P. D. Workman, does not shy from probing the deep psychological scars of childhood trauma, mental illness, and addiction. Also characteristic of this author, these extremely sensitive issues are explored with extensive empathy, described with incredible clarity, and portrayed with profound insight.”
“Once again P.D.Workman has created an intense psychological mystery that impacts a wallop of thought induction. The writing is so well developed and draws you into the characters story.”
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FAQ’s
What is Careful of Thy Wishes about?
Careful of Thy Wishes follows psychic investigator Reg Rawlins after she receives a box of gemstones from the fairies as thanks for saving Calliopia’s life. Reg thinks the gift means her money troubles are finally over, but the gemstones quickly become a much bigger problem when she realizes she does not know where they came from—or what consequences may come with them.
Is Careful of Thy Wishes part of a series?
Yes. Careful of Thy Wishes is book 13 in the Reg Rawlins, Psychic Investigator series, a paranormal cozy mystery series set in the magical Florida town of Black Sands.
Can I read Careful of Thy Wishes as a standalone mystery?
All of the mysteries in the series can stand on their own. This book draws on earlier events involving Reg, the fairies, Calliopia, and the warning that fairy wishes rarely come without consequences. Reading the earlier books will give readers more context for the magical bargain at the heart of the story.
What kind of mystery is Careful of Thy Wishes?
Careful of Thy Wishes is a paranormal cozy mystery with fairy magic, cursed or dangerous gemstones, psychic investigation, magical consequences, a clever cat, and the kind of wish-gone-wrong trouble that belongs in Black Sands.
Why are the gemstones important in Careful of Thy Wishes?
The gemstones seem like a generous reward from the fairies, but Reg soon has to confront the question of where they came from and what kind of magic, danger, or debt may be attached to them.
Does Careful of Thy Wishes connect to earlier Reg Rawlins books?
Yes. The story connects to earlier warnings about fairy magic and wishes, including Sarah’s warning in A Catastrophic Theft, Fir’s warning in The Telepathy of Gardens, and the gemstones Reg receives after saving Calliopia in Fairy Blade Unmade.
Does Starlight appear in Careful of Thy Wishes?
Yes. Starlight, Reg’s psychic cat, remains part of the Reg Rawlins series and its blend of paranormal mystery, magic, humor, and feline trouble.
Who would enjoy Careful of Thy Wishes?
Readers who enjoy paranormal cozy mysteries, psychic sleuths, fairy magic, magical cats, cursed gems, witch and warlock stories, and mysteries about wishes with unexpected consequences should enjoy Careful of Thy Wishes.
