Dana Elmendorf

In the Hour of Crows by Dana Elmendorf is a story of seeking justice set in rural Appalachia with a decidedly gothic feel involving a death talker, a seer of the future, and a shape shifter. The story also have the very human elements of greed, vengeance, and power. The Appalachian setting is almost irrelevant other than being a small town where everyone knows everyone and everyone is connected to everyone. No major twists, but nevertheless an interesting, dark, gothic tale.

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Well! This is not your usual story! Weatherly has a unique gift. She is a death talker. She can talk people out of dying. Being from rural Georgia and the Appalachian mountains, Weatherly is used to superstitions and strange behavior. Her grandmother is considered a witch of the region and has raised Weatherly but she has also used her and her gift. When Weatherly’s cousin Adaire was hit by a car and killed, Weatherly knows she must use everything in her power to find out what happened even if it alienates everyone around her.

I really enjoyed this unique novel. I was captivated by Weatherly and her gift. Talk about a strange family and strange situations. Weatherly is truly gifted, but she is also a bit abused by her grandmother. As she gets older, she realizes, her grandmother has not been truthful and has kept many secrets.

This story is rich with superstitions and a bit of the supernatural. It also has fabulous characters and a good mystery to boot!

Need a unique tale with a bit of sorcery…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.

I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.… (more)