A Fondant Farewell

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Ever since she stumbled into the enchanted village of Tillyhenge and discovered the magical chocolate shop run by her witch grandmother, Caitlyn has been dreaming of finding her long-lost mother and finally unwrapping the mystery of her past. But meeting her mum isn't the sweet reunion she'd hoped for: Tara is nothing like the gentle, maternal figure Caitlyn had imagined—and she's also suspected of foul play over a recent death. The locals are wary and suspicious of her, and even Lord James Fitzroy seems uncertain, despite his feelings for Caitlyn. Determined to clear the air and restore harmony, Caitlyn delves deeper into the murky concoction of magic and family secrets. She knows Tara is a powerful witch with a fierce streak, but is her mother really guilty—or is there someone else stirring the cauldron? Meanwhile, the villagers are being spooked by superstitions and the hunt is still on for the Widow Mags's missing grimoire—a powerful "book of spells" that many would do anything to possess. And what about Nibs the mischievous kitten who seems to have vanished without a trace? Luckily, Caitlyn still has her vampire uncle Viktor by her side (when he isn't busy searching for his missing fangs), not to mention her sassy cousin Pomona and her own budding magic powers. With Samhain Eve fast approaching, can she untangle this mystery and bring peace to Tillyhenge at last? Don't miss the thrilling conclusion to this beloved series—an enchanting whodunit brimming with whimsical characters and magical mayhem. It's a wickedly delicious read that's sure to cast a spell on you! ** If you love tropes like: found family, enchanted village, cozy magic, magical pets, cottagecore, chocolate shop fantasy, magical baking, witchy vibes, feel-good mystery, slow burn romance, aristocratic romantic hero… this is the book for you! The Bewitched by Chocolate series : In an enchanted English village filled with chocolate spells, quaint traditions, and family secrets, one budding witch must master the art of magic, solve puzzling mysteries... and maybe even find love! Bewitched by Chocolate is a cozy fantasy witch mystery series that blends the warmth of found family, the sparkle of domestic magic, and the twists of a classic whodunnit — all wrapped in the gentle joy of finding your place in the world. Dark, Witch & Creamy (Book 1) Witch, Chocolate Fudge (Book 2) Witch Summer Night's Cream (Book 3) Blood, Sweets and Tears (Book 4) Bonbons and Broomsticks (Book 5) Double, Double, Toil and Truffle (Book 6) Salted Caramel Sorcery (Book 7) A Witch Worth Praline For (Book 8) A Fondant Farewell: Enchantments & Endings (Book 9) This book follows British English spelling and usage. Clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language. Genre: cozy fantasy, witch cozy mystery, culinary cozy, cat cozy mystery series, paranormal cozy mysteries, comfort fantasy, wholesome slow burn romance, British village mystery, magical realism