The Thirteenth Sweep: A Hollow Creek Cozy Mystery

In the quaint village of Hollow Creek, nestled amongst whispering willows and hills humming with unseen magic, housework isn't a chore—it's an art. Elara Finch, a housekeeper of quiet demeanor and keen observation, lives a life interwoven with this subtle enchantment. But whispers of a darker magic are stirring, unearthed from dusty corners and forgotten gardens.

Misplaced trinkets escalate to a brittle diary hidden beneath floorboards, revealing a generations-old curse and a conspiracy implicating the powerful Bellweather family. Their opulent lifestyle stands in stark contrast to the dwindling magic and struggling livelihoods of the villagers, their wealth whispering of a darker source. Local lore speaks of the thirteenth sweep of Elara’s enchanted broom, a family heirloom, a sweep said to hold the power to either break the curse or unleash its devastating potential upon Hollow Creek.

Suddenly, Elara finds herself at the center of a brewing storm. Her unlikely allies? Mrs. Potts, a sentient teapot whose pronouncements are as sharp as her Earl Grey, and Jasper, a ginger cat whose cryptic knitting patterns unravel clues about an ancient pact. This pact, made with a shadowy entity dwelling in the Whispering Woods, demands a yearly sacrifice of Hollow Creek's magic, leaving the villagers with failing crops and an unspoken fear gnawing at their hearts.

Isadora Bellweather, the family matriarch, elegant and ruthless, is determined to uphold this tradition. But a flicker of ancient sorrow in her eyes hints at a deeper story. As Elara delves deeper, guided by Mrs. Potts's wit and Jasper's purls, she discovers her own connection to Hollow Creek's magic is far stronger than she ever imagined, linked to the forgotten history of the village’s magical artisans and her own grandmother, a woman shunned for her powerful magic.

With the annual Harvest Festival approaching, the air thickens with anticipation and fear. Elara, armed with her enchanted broom and the rekindled magic of the village artisans, must confront Isadora and the chilling truth of the Bellweathers' pact. The thirteenth sweep isn't just about breaking a curse; it's about rediscovering the magic within, embracing forgotten traditions, and finding the courage to wield one's own unique gifts. It's about the survival of Hollow Creek, and the quiet housekeeper who holds its fate in her hands.

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E-book: 17 grudnia 2024