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What others are saying aboutThe Witch of White Lady Hollow:Compelling, well-written, and thoroughly engrossing! Leslie Whatcott - St. George, UT The Witch of White Lady Hollow was a bewitching read. I couldn't put it down! It was great getting to know Tabitha Moonshadow as she discovers her power within and tries to fit in as the new girl. The plot was well written and suspenseful as you try to discover who Magnus really is and how our young heroine will work things out. You will feel a range of emotion along with Tabitha while reading the novel (happiness, disgust, confusion, fear, etc). Reading this novel is time well spent. Crystal Earl - DeWitt, MI C. David Belt has done it again! In the Witch of White Lady Hollow, Belt has outdone himself, expanding himself in his writing, including another fantastical mystery for readers to explore. He doesn't disappoint with his sympathetic, relatable characters and dialogue that pulls you in and has you laughing one minute and crying the next. He is one of my favorite writers and authors to follow and is a gem to the writing community. Jenny Flake Rabe, author of Playground Treasures Written with his customary clear prose, C. David Belt has crafted a knock-your-socks-off paranormal novel set in the late 70s in Missouri. Tabitha Moonshadow and her divorced mom, Molly, are trying to start over as disparaged Mormons in a small, rural town, but overwhelming obstacles keep them on edge, dealing with forces of evil they had never even imagined. With delicate language, Belt handles the touchy issues of secrets, sexual assault, incest, and magic, while deftly guiding Tabitha in her journey involving the defense of her best friend and wielding mysterious power. Highly recommended for mature LDS readers. Marsha Ward, author of The Owen Family Saga "I'm almost done with this chapter." That's what I told the impatient flight attendant who asked me to get off the plane so she could get to her hotel. Be prepared to say that to your family, friends, your boss, or a police officer because this book grabs you and doesn't let go until the very last page. Dan Earl - DeWitt, MI I'm not a horror fan, but I do love a story where the characters overcome overwhelming odds. Tabitha's father made bad choices that destroyed her family. Tabitha and her mom are trying to start over and find themselves in a little town that is quite inhospitable to Mormons. Tabitha is trying to understand who she really is now that life has changed so much and wondering how she might put her life back together. Those who befriend her want to use her, and she finds herself in the middle of a trap that is truly unique to her and seems to offer somethings that she has always wanted. The trap blinds her to the reality and the temptations that she is facing. She has to fall back on her faith and learn to trust others, which after being betrayed by her father is incredibly difficult. She discovers things about the past that help her to remember how to rely on inspiration from a loving Heavenly Father. This is truly a unique story. David Belt is a masterful storyteller and had me wondering how things could possibly work out from the very first chapter. Dean Giles, Author of "Dragons Restored" - Provo, UT This book was not afraid to tackle some hard questions. I loved the exploration of how a teenage girl might reconcile her magical powers with a Christian-based faith. Though it's set nearly 40 years ago, I found Tabitha's journey to find her place as a woman extremely relevant today. The Witch of White Lady Hollow examines some pretty complex issues. While not graphic in it's portrayal, the story addresses sexual assault and rape with raw honesty and vulnerability. I stayed up far past my bedtime to see how Tabitha and Molly were going to fare as they navigated their new move, new friends, Tabitha's new magic, and new romances, and I was not disappointed. Crystal Brinkerhoff - Billings, MT C. David Belt has a real way with character development, creating an interesting story, and keeping you wondering what in the world is going to happen next; thus, it can be a challenge to put the book down!
Alison Barton - Salt Lake City, UT I want to put a huge fangirl shoutout to C. David Belt. I finished beta reading for him today and WOW. His writing voice is lyrical and haunting. He has a talent for putting it all out on the page, not holding anything back. His books aren't for everyone, since he does write LDS horror. I'm putting that disclaimer out there since I wasn't expecting the graphic nature in one of his chapters and had to actually walk away from my laptop for a bit. But I came back because he really is that good. Melissa Cox Meibos - Syracuse, UT The Witch of White Lady Hollow by C. David Belt is the story of a teenage girl who, upon moving to a small town in Missouri, begins discovering she has special powers. The allure of those seductive powers not only creates conflict within herself as she tries to reconcile those new experiences with her Mormon upbringing, but also makes her a target of powerful and unsavory men who want to exploit her abilities. It is a fresh story with a unique plot that will quickly captivate a reader's interest. Belt introduces a wide range of characters that he uses to propel the page-turner's many twists and turns, keeping the reader guessing until the very end. Despite the book's horror genre, Belt does a fine job of infusing humor and a Mormon protagonist's worldview throughout the story, both of which are refreshing ways of keeping the story from getting too dark. Although there are nuances in the book that may be missed by those not familiar with the Mormon faith, the story has a universal appeal that can be enjoyed by readers of all backgrounds. Adam Ward - Centerville, UT In the latest Star Wars film (Episode 8: The Last Jedi), there's a scene where Master Yoda is briefly speaking with Master Luke Skywalker about the sacred Jedi texts--which Skywalker believes are then being burned. Yoda quips "Page turners they are not," which elicits laughter when you realize he's indicating how boring they are. I submit that David Belt's books, including "The Witch of White Lady Hollow", are just the opposite; they are very interesting and compelling to read! I always have a hard time putting them down! David depicts the scenes and characters with such vivid details that it's easy to picture them in your mind when reading through the story. From his descriptions of Tabitha, Molly, Mike, Joey, and others I can picture how they look, feel how they feel, and imagine how they would act--which makes the story really come alive. Like the protagonist in the story, I was kept guessing to the end. I was brought through a roller coaster ride of being scared, to laughing, to being angry, to sleuthing, and to breathing sighs of relief as I read it. To me these are signs of a great story that doesn't disappoint. Enjoy! John Abercrombie - Bountiful, UT Some might question whether a good Mormon could write real horror novels. Joel Rees - Amagasaki, Hyogo, Japan |