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Overview: Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is hard, the Spook is distant and many apprentices have failed before Thomas. Somehow Thomas must learn how to exorcise ghosts, contain witches and bind boggarts. But when he is tricked into freeing Mother Malkin, the most evil witch in the County, the horror begins..
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Joseph Delaney is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Joseph Delaney enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Andrew GonzalezJuly 25, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
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Laura EvansMay 04, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Cynthia LopezJuly 17, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Michelle AndersonJune 07, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
David WhiteJanuary 30, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Steven ScottMarch 13, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Matthew TorresFebruary 03, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Elizabeth WrightFebruary 16, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Eric GomezDecember 06, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Linda KingOctober 31, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Gary LopezAugust 07, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Linda AndersonMarch 23, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
James PhillipsDecember 13, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Joshua NelsonApril 15, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Joseph JohnsonSeptember 06, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Patricia GreenFebruary 02, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Deborah JacksonDecember 21, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ashley NelsonJune 29, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Donald WilliamsFebruary 24, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Jennifer AllenFebruary 28, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Joseph ScottOctober 17, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel WrightMay 06, 2025
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Kevin LopezMay 12, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jessica HernandezApril 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Edward WilliamsApril 13, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Cynthia LopezSeptember 29, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Kevin EdwardsOctober 07, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Sandra MartinJanuary 25, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Mary ParkerJune 14, 2024
An average read for me. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Joshua NelsonJune 16, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Cynthia GreenJanuary 03, 2025
An average read for me. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
Dorothy DiazJune 04, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Sharon YoungSeptember 11, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Amanda CampbellAugust 26, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Karen SanchezNovember 24, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
George GreenNovember 16, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Elizabeth RodriguezDecember 25, 2025
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
David EdwardsJuly 29, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
David MillerFebruary 16, 2024
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
William RobertsSeptember 30, 2025
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Patricia ScottApril 30, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Matthew HarrisSeptember 22, 2024
An average read for me. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Ashley PerezNovember 20, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sandra KingSeptember 02, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Betty ThomasApril 25, 2024
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Betty LewisSeptember 10, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Joshua HillMarch 28, 2024
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Linda KingFebruary 08, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Richard HillAugust 11, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Michelle TorresJuly 11, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Deborah JacksonOctober 14, 2024
An average read for me. It had some good moments, but the overall plot felt a bit disjointed in the second half. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Linda RobertsSeptember 22, 2024
Pretty good overall. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Cynthia GreenOctober 30, 2025
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nicholas DiazFebruary 09, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Matthew HernandezAugust 18, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
William JonesJuly 31, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Edward HillOctober 20, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
John GonzalezJune 09, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Ryan DavisMarch 26, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Daniel RiveraJanuary 25, 2024
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Stephanie NguyenSeptember 21, 2025
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Michelle TorresJanuary 03, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Ashley HarrisAugust 26, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
David ThomasFebruary 10, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel HernandezAugust 27, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Deborah MillerOctober 25, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kimberly GarciaAugust 03, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Brian SanchezFebruary 19, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Rebecca MillerSeptember 24, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth MartinApril 11, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Sarah BrownFebruary 12, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Richard EvansNovember 30, 2025
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Deborah ScottSeptember 28, 2024
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Brian HernandezAugust 04, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Brian JonesAugust 02, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Kimberly ReyesFebruary 09, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
David ReyesSeptember 11, 2025
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Just right down the middle.
Carol ThomasAugust 09, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Karen AndersonNovember 18, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Just right down the middle.
Sarah MillerApril 06, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Eric HernandezJanuary 06, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Linda DavisJanuary 20, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Andrew AllenJune 12, 2024
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Barbara JacksonOctober 14, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donald ThompsonSeptember 12, 2025
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Amanda GreenApril 10, 2025
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Patricia HillJuly 05, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Gary GonzalezFebruary 26, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Kenneth JacksonAugust 11, 2024
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Deborah TorresFebruary 04, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Nancy CruzMarch 02, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Kevin WalkerJanuary 19, 2025
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Andrew CollinsDecember 07, 2024
A very satisfying read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Jessica EdwardsApril 11, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Dorothy DiazOctober 22, 2025
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Worth the time and money.
Donald ThompsonApril 08, 2024
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Thomas TorresJune 09, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Mary TorresNovember 25, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
George MitchellSeptember 08, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Linda KingDecember 03, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sandra BrownAugust 03, 2025
Such a great read. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Linda LewisMarch 06, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Edward AndersonMarch 24, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
James LeeJuly 18, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon JacksonAugust 14, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Donna GreenSeptember 20, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
James WilsonNovember 15, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Susan WilliamsNovember 29, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Joseph YoungJanuary 11, 2025
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Melissa MartinApril 26, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joseph YoungSeptember 13, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Jennifer ThomasJanuary 09, 2025
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Mark MitchellJuly 06, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Karen RiveraMay 29, 2024
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Jacob ClarkMarch 01, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Amanda CampbellOctober 03, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Susan WilliamsJuly 10, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Rebecca WhiteJuly 18, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Donna MooreFebruary 27, 2024
A very satisfying read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Sharon TorresJune 10, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Donald GarciaNovember 11, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Kimberly GarciaApril 12, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Susan WrightJanuary 03, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Laura YoungJanuary 26, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
James AndersonMarch 08, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Ashley PerezAugust 01, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
John GonzalezMay 28, 2024
I have mixed feelings about this one. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Sarah JohnsonFebruary 15, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Joshua RodriguezMay 23, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Not bad at all.
Edward AndersonOctober 28, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Karen RodriguezAugust 01, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Donna MooreJuly 24, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
Brian TorresJune 09, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Rebecca PerezOctober 16, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Kimberly KingOctober 14, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Daniel NguyenMay 12, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Lisa MillerJune 24, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Worth the time and money.
Melissa MitchellJanuary 18, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Patricia HarrisOctober 28, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Elizabeth NelsonJuly 12, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Joseph RobinsonApril 03, 2025
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Linda HillJanuary 17, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Joseph BrownDecember 09, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
Ashley NelsonDecember 28, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Michael MartinMay 06, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Joseph BrownOctober 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Jacob NelsonJune 20, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Deborah JacksonMarch 14, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Brian NguyenJune 02, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.