Dark Witch (Deckle Edge) (The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy) Paperback

I've finished "Dark Witch" the 1st book in her Cousins O'Dwyer series by Nora Roberts.

First in the all-new Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes a trilogy about the land we’re drawn to, the family we learn to cherish, and the people we long to love.

With indifferent parents, Iona Sheehan grew up craving devotion and acceptance. From her maternal grandmother, she learned where to find both: a land of lush forests, dazzling lakes, and centuries-old legends.

Ireland.

County Mayo, to be exact. Where her ancestors’ blood and magic have flowed through generations — and where her destiny awaits.

Iona arrives in Ireland with nothing but her Nan’s directions, an unfailingly optimistic attitude, and an innate talent with horses. Not far from the luxurious castle where she is spending a week, she finds her cousins, Branna and Connor O’Dwyer. And since family is family, they invite her into their home and their lives.

When Iona lands a job at the local stables, she meets the owner, Boyle McGrath. Cowboy, pirate, wild tribal horsemen, he’s three of her biggest fantasy weaknesses all in one big, bold package.

Iona realizes that here she can make a home for herself — and live her life as she wants, even if that means falling head over heels for Boyle. But nothing is as it seems. An ancient evil has wound its way around Iona’s family tree and must be defeated. Family and friends will fight with each other and for each other to keep the promise of hope — and love — alive.

Don’t miss the next two books in the Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy
Shadow Spell
and
Blood Magick

Product Details
Series: The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy (Book 1)
Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: Berkley Trade (October 29, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425259854
ISBN-13: 978-0425259856

My Review:

I really enjoyed the back story at the beginning of the book but the arrival to the present day one was a bit of a shock.

The romance between Iona and Boyle and also the other relationships were kind of hasty.

3/5