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Almost three million copies of The Blue Bloods series in print, Melissa de la Cruz has now written her first paranormal romance for adults, on sale June 21st. The first in the Beauchamp Series, the book features a brand-new cast of characters, a fascinating and fresh world to discover, and a few surprise appearances from some of the Blue Blood fan favorites. It' s a page
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Jul 02, 2012Stephanie Cover2CoverBlog rated it really liked it
Background: Witches 101 is a primer to the Witches of East End series, a way to familiarize yourself with the characters and their intentions before reading the series. We meet the Beauchamp women, each with very different personalities and styles.
Review: I got this from Amazon because I got the first book, but wanted to know more about the women before reading, and I normally find these little novellas after the fact, so I am glad that I found out about this one before I started the series. I f...more
Aug 25, 2011Book Sp(l)ot added it Review: I got this from Amazon because I got the first book, but wanted to know more about the women before reading, and I normally find these little novellas after the fact, so I am glad that I found out about this one before I started the series. I f...more
Shelves: 2011-release, double-double-toil-and-trouble
If you already have the Witches of East End novel, you don't really need to read this. It's really just the novel's the prologue and first three chapters.
The last few pages do have little paragraphs about each character and a little 'spell' or two from them, but the bulk of this 'prequel' is taken directly from the novel itself. (It's fee, though, so...)
The last few pages do have little paragraphs about each character and a little 'spell' or two from them, but the bulk of this 'prequel' is taken directly from the novel itself. (It's fee, though, so...)
I was sent an advance copy of his book and was just getting ready to read it when I saw this come up. I thought it would be a little more of a character sheet or something, so it's probably my mistake, but this was simply the first few chapters of the actual book.
Having said that, it's really a great way to get an introduction to this new series and an even better way to get hooked.
I realize that you can get a sample, so it seems redundant, but not everyone uses a Kindle, so for them to be abl...more
Having said that, it's really a great way to get an introduction to this new series and an even better way to get hooked.
I realize that you can get a sample, so it seems redundant, but not everyone uses a Kindle, so for them to be abl...more
I normally prefer to read books before they are made into movies or TV shows, or at least before I've seen them, but I saw the TV show 'Witches of East End' before I managed to get to reading the books. I noticed some differences right away even in this little Primer between the two, but also some very strong similarities. This book sets the stage and gives a little background on some of the characters that will be involved in the series. I think it did a very good job of that, and for that reas...more
Jan 05, 2012Darcy rated it did not like it · review of another edition
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This story might have been better had I not read the first book first. Instead it was a re-cap of the book, sort of like the summary on the back only a little more in depth. I would suggest that if you have read the book, skip this one, if you are on the fence about this series read this one and you will have a good idea if you will like it or not.
I really liked this and thought it was a fabulous introduction to the series....until I read the first book and realized this was just the first few chapters of the first book. If I had known that I wouldn't have bothered reading this. I am just thankful it was free, otherwise I would have been angry.
Jul 13, 2018DanyWatch Witches Of East End
rated it really liked it Shelves: fantasy, young-adult, spin-off, 2018-reads
This book is just an intro to the book witches of east end which includes some chapters and an interesting intro to the characters
Apr 21, 2018Darcie Morin rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
A great beginning
This is just a small preview of the first book in the series and it definitely gets you interested! You wanna know what’s up with these characters and this little town! I’m a huge fan of the show which is what made me come back to the books and they’re amazing!
Apr 03, 2019Galy rated it liked itThis is just a small preview of the first book in the series and it definitely gets you interested! You wanna know what’s up with these characters and this little town! I’m a huge fan of the show which is what made me come back to the books and they’re amazing!
Shelves: romance, sci-fi-fantasy-supernatural, read-in-2019, short-stories, e-book
Quick read as it's the epilogue and first chapters of the first book that I already read.
But it has some things about every witch in the end and some 'spells' so that was interesting.
But it has some things about every witch in the end and some 'spells' so that was interesting.
What a tease! I’m curious to know what the sisters decide. Loved the mini grimoire at the back.
Just an intro and background to a series. Wasn't interested enough in the story to get the next book.
Mar 29, 2012BookNerdette rated it liked it · review of another edition
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Joanna, Ingrid, Freya Beauchamp are witches. They live in a small community somewhere on the Atlantic coast.
When Freya becomes upset, things tend to go wrong around her. She's engaged to Bran, but there are problems. Bran's younger brother may have a thing for her. She finds herself attracted to him. Ingrid is considered an old maid. She works as a librarian.
The sisters have been banned from using their magical abilities.
Joanna works around their house, constantly painting and fixing things. I...more
Jun 09, 2012Katherina [Book-o-Craze] rated it liked itWhen Freya becomes upset, things tend to go wrong around her. She's engaged to Bran, but there are problems. Bran's younger brother may have a thing for her. She finds herself attracted to him. Ingrid is considered an old maid. She works as a librarian.
The sisters have been banned from using their magical abilities.
Joanna works around their house, constantly painting and fixing things. I...more
Shelves: new-author-for-me, blog-challenges, readmill
Although I've wanted to read Blue Bloods for quite sme time now, I've never actually read anything written by Melissa de la Cruz before. And, I must say I was not let down. This short story was a prequel to her new series and a nice, enjoyable read that provided some useful information about the main characters. It has caught my attention and I'm planning to proceed reading the actual series quite soon!
Also, my first thoughts about the characters? I think I like Joanna, the mother, the most. Nex...more
Also, my first thoughts about the characters? I think I like Joanna, the mother, the most. Nex...more
This is a quick intro to the Beauchamp ladies, of which Freya was introduced in 'Bloody Valentine' as a witch (who is also a bartender) who helps Oliver (a red blood from the Blue Bloods YA series) after Schuyler had left him with a craving he had no control over.
Each short chapter introduces us to Ingrid, the Librarian, Freya, who is about to be married but ends up crushing on her fiance's brother, and their mother Joanna, who is constantly changing color and arrangements in their home.
It se...more
Oct 08, 2011PurplyCookie rated it did not like itEach short chapter introduces us to Ingrid, the Librarian, Freya, who is about to be married but ends up crushing on her fiance's brother, and their mother Joanna, who is constantly changing color and arrangements in their home.
It se...more
Shelves: e-book, book-series, young-adult, witchcraft, family-saga
I didn't realize that 'primer' meant literally the 'beginning of story'--I'm annoyed that the publisher decided to promote the book this way.
That aside, there is nothing here that would make me want to purchase the first book of the series. The characters seemed kind of flat and predictable. I thought the end--with all the made-up spells--was particularly cheesy.
There is just not enough material to catch my interest and I really dislike spending time reading something incomplete (but that's jus...more
That aside, there is nothing here that would make me want to purchase the first book of the series. The characters seemed kind of flat and predictable. I thought the end--with all the made-up spells--was particularly cheesy.
There is just not enough material to catch my interest and I really dislike spending time reading something incomplete (but that's jus...more
Set in the Hamptons, Joanna Beauchamp and her daughters Freya and Ingrid are trying to be as low-key as possible, trying to pass off as normal instead of the powerful witches that they are. But that proved to be difficult when they found themselves right smack in the middle of the Hamptons high society when Freya got engaged to philanthropist and most eligble bachelor, Bran Gardiner.
This primer is a good preview of the novel itself especially if you are not quite decided on whether or not you'd...more
This primer is a good preview of the novel itself especially if you are not quite decided on whether or not you'd...more
I think this was a really nice prequel. I think it was a good idea to introduce each of the characters with their own chapter and to not just list off facts, but to make it part of the story. It does make me want to buy the novel and now i really love the characters and cant wait to read more, but it was only about the characters and didnt really give away any information about what the rest of the novel was going to be about. I liked it, but it wasnt amazing. If you are unsure if you will like...more
Sep 25, 2013Eric rated it liked it Shelves: witches, extras-alternate-endings-other-what
It's exactly as advertised. A primer. First three chapters, a little chat about the witches and their 'favorite' spells. Then a blurb about Blue Bloods. Had I picked up this first I would've picked up the books which is thankfully the point. I've seen a few previews/primers/etc that make me wanna quit the books I've liked so yay for that.
I like it. It seems interesting. I like the spells towards the end. I think I will try a few...one day. I don't drink yet. lol. I will start witches of east end right now ^_^ Especially as I am a librarian, I am interested in Ingrid's side of the plot. And Freya.....wasn't she the one who helped Oliver in Blue bloods? ^_^ Not sure if she is promiscuous or if that is part of her gift. lol. But I want to know more about them all. ^_^
May 03, 2013Crystal rated it really liked it
I really liked this, and I'm really looking forward to reading the Witches of East End. The characters seem really interesting, and this sneak peek told me enough about the characters to get me curious about what's going to happen in their lives, as well as like them and find them interesting and unique in their own individual ways.
I'm really pretty excited to read the novel and find out what happens.
I'm really pretty excited to read the novel and find out what happens.
May 08, 2013Angel **Book Junkie** rated it liked it
Melissa never fails me on writing a 'Good Book' I am glad that I found this novella to give me background on the characters but, my problem is if the book is well written enough you do not need a manuel. I will be reading the series but, because I am not reading it right after this book I may have a problem remembering. Better idea include a synopsis in the first book instead of making them seperated. Three stars because of the writing, and the author though.
Jun 09, 2011Bonnie rated it liked it
I was already planning on reading this novel once it came out, and this little 'primer' didn't discourage me in any way. Melissa de la Cruz does a good job of setting the scene without delving into the story too much, opening up questions, and getting you anticipated for the real novel. I can't wait!
I got this book for free. It's just the prologue, the first three chapters of the book, and it has a few pages about the Beauchamp women and 'spells' at the end. So, if you have the 'Witches of East End' book then don't bother reading this first. The 'spells' at the end are somewhat cute but you might as well just read the actual book and skip this.
Jan 28, 2013Yekaterina rated it really liked it
This is just a three chapter prequel to Witches of the East End. It introduces the reader to the three main characters.
I thought this was helpful and gave enough information as to help me decide that I do want to read this series! I'm excited to start it and find out what happens because, of course, the short excerpt ended with a slight cliff hanger.
I thought this was helpful and gave enough information as to help me decide that I do want to read this series! I'm excited to start it and find out what happens because, of course, the short excerpt ended with a slight cliff hanger.
Oct 23, 2013Joy Whiteside rated it really liked it
This was a great introduction to this series and the family.
This book introduced readers to the family of witches and the town in which they live. It moved along at a great pace, has characters that you fall in love with and a great story.
Melissa de la Cruz is a very talented author and I look forward to reading more in this series in the future.
This book introduced readers to the family of witches and the town in which they live. It moved along at a great pace, has characters that you fall in love with and a great story.
Melissa de la Cruz is a very talented author and I look forward to reading more in this series in the future.
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Jul 03, 2011Bea Charmed rated it it was ok Shelves: urban-fantasy, read-in-2013, ebook, fantasy, kindle-books, romance
Pffft. Not my idea of a primer. It's the first three chapters from book one followed by brief bios of the Beauchamp women and spells or life advice that each character might give. The excerpt makes up the majority of this so-called primer. It will give you a feel for Cruz's writing style and may grab your interest so as an excerpt it works; as a primer it fails.
Nov 11, 2014Saria J. Beainy rated it did not like it
Well, this was useless!
Drop it, this is a pointless book. Whether you read the first book or are looking to start it, this book is pointless. It just re-writes the first book in a concise and round-about way.
Drop it, this is a pointless book. Whether you read the first book or are looking to start it, this book is pointless. It just re-writes the first book in a concise and round-about way.
Can't wait to read Witches of East End. :D
This primer's free on Amazon's Kindle Store right now too, so hurry and get yourself a copy, it has the prologue and first 3 chapters of Witches of East End and some other information about the series. :)
This primer's free on Amazon's Kindle Store right now too, so hurry and get yourself a copy, it has the prologue and first 3 chapters of Witches of East End and some other information about the series. :)
Jan 14, 2016Chelsey Ortega rated it really liked it
This was a good introduction to the three Beauchamp women. I wish it had been a bit longer, but it caught my interest enough that I want to read the other books. I saw the tv series first (so sad that it got cancelled), and I'm really excited to read the books. :)
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Melissa de la Cruz is the New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of many critically acclaimed and award-winning novels for teens including The Au Pairs series, the Blue Bloods series, the Ashleys series, the Angels on Sunset Boulevard series and the semi-autobiographical novel Fresh off the Boat.
Her books for adults include the novel Cat’s Meow, the anthology Girls Who Like Boys Who Like...more
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