Dark Witch

The Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy, Book 1

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Katherine Kellgren

Length: 10 hrs and 41 mins

Publisher's summary

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...

Book One of The Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy

Dark Witch

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 other books in the Cousins O’Dwyer Trilogy:

Shadow Spell

Blood Magick

©2013 Nora Roberts (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

Awesome!

i could not put the book down. the narrator was so passionate, I got caught up the storytelling!

love it!

Would you consider the audio edition of Dark Witch to be better than the print version?

I can go either way. love both editions.

Who was your favorite character and why?

all of them. can't wait for the next one

What about Katherine Kellgren’s performance did you like?

yes

Any additional comments?

It was a little different from what Nora Roberts usually write and I loved it.

EXCELLENT BOOK

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

THIS IS A GREAT BOOK ABOUT FANTASY AND WITCHES

Who was your favorite character and why?

MY FAVORITE CHARACTER IN THIS BOOK HAS TO BE CONNER FOR THE CARE HE TAKES OF HIS SISTER AND THE NEW FOUND COUSIN FROM THE STATES

What about Katherine Kellgren’s performance did you like?

I REALLY LIKE THE WAY SHE PORTAITED TEGANS GREAT GRANDAUGHTER

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

NOT ONLY DID I LISTEN TO IT ALL IN ONE SITTING IT KEPT ME AWAKE WHILE I WAS DRIVING

Nora Roberts does it again!

What made the experience of listening to Dark Witch the most enjoyable?

The narration was awesome

What does Katherine Kellgren bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She brought all of the characters to life

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes,Can't wait for the next book

Any additional comments?

If you love Nora Roberts,It's a must read!

The Dark Witch

Excellent story. The narrator is very good and being that it is Nora Roberts it is a very entertaining book.

It is exactly what you expect.

Where does Dark Witch rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's hard to rate books. I will be reading/listening to the other books in the series. It's not the best book, but I certainly enjoyed listening.

What other book might you compare Dark Witch to and why?

It's pretty comparable to other Nora Roberts trilogies.

Which character – as performed by Katherine Kellgren – was your favorite?

What more notable is my least favorite character as performed by K.K. I really didn't like her "Ionna." She made her sound like Judy Garland in the Wizard of Oz and it was very disconcerting.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

I wouldn't make film of this book.

Any additional comments?

I have read comments that complained that this book is too predictable. And it's true, there isn't a lot of surprise in it. But it's a romance book. Of course I know how it's going to end. I would have been pretty annoyed if it had ended any other way. In a romance novel, it's not the destination but the journey that counts.

Another Nora Roberts Trilogy (but ok for all that)

this is a typical Nora Roberts trilogy... with yes the same characters wearing different names, different faces, and in different circumstances.

this is not a big problem for me as I always liked those characters but i know it can be a huge issue for those who are always wanting something different.

the main girl from this book Iona, is very much like Nell, (from ms Roberts three sisters island trilogy.) bright sunny, pathetically eager to please, just coming into her own powers...

Iona comes to ireland to find the dark witch. (her heritage).... joins with her cousins to fight ancient evil, meets the man of her dreams, decides she no-ones floor mat, and goes out and kicks some butt.

I could draw lots more character and plot parallels to other books Witten by Ms Roberts (keys trilogy, three sisters island, the pagan stone, Galhager- Irish jewels trilogy, etc.) but i wont

like i say if this is a problem don't try this series, instead try her vampire trilogy... that was unique for Nora Roberts (if a bit gory... but well they were vampires after all)... the first one was called Moragan's Cross

oh, i guess i should also mention that the beginning of the book was kind of slow and long... but good background for the present day story plot, and I didn't particularly care for the narrator (cant quite put my finger on why... but there it is)

I must say I had fun making the parallels to her other stories and finding the subtle turns in the plot... then i would say, "well thats a little different anyway", and i am making some predictions for the next 2 books... (I bet Im right... mostly anyways)

The Book and Story remains good as always

The book and story was great. The Narrator is promising but needs some polishing. Everyone that had an Irish accent sounded like an old person. And in some parts when I think the character was supposed to sound strong, she portrayed it by yelling such as when spells were cast, etc. Other than that, she was good so I feel she does have potential. Loved the story and look forward the rest of it. It would be wonderful is Nora Roberts wrote more along these lines.

Another Great Nora Roberts Trilogy!

This book has the potential for another wonderful Nora Roberts trilogy. The story is set in Ireland, a favorite setting for the author, and is obviously written with a great deal of attention to detail on her part. I had one of the songs they’d sung in the pub stuck in my head all day. She Starts the story with a quick flash back which is in no way tiresome as some flash backs can be. When a cousin goes to Ireland to learn about her past she gets more than she was expecting. At first I didn’t like the main character but, somehow, I found myself on her side halfway through the book. It is clear that this is another romance where she has pretty much set up the couples at the beginning of the book. By the title you can probably tell there is a great deal of magic running throughout the entire book. It is very accurate and well done. If you like Nora Roberts and her ability to create a story about magic, and spice it up with just the right amount of romance, you’ll love this book. I’ve only just finished today and I am anxiously awaiting the next one which I believe should be released in May of 2014. I believe it is called Shadow Spell. The only thing that takes away from the listening experience is that the narrator makes everyone with an Irish accent sound like they are about 90-years-old and having a hard time breathing, but, she is still pretty good. It really is a great book!

Engaging Fun Entertaining

Such a good read. The narration done with skill,energy, and passion. Absolutely enthralling and compelling.