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J. Treacy Cole is the author of the series Robin Winter's Tales; creator of Chippy and the Pink Balloon (an animated short film); screenwriter of Consumed, Modern Persecution, Helen Hires a Hitman (with Elizabeth Hawes), and Ubiquitous Indignities. She is anti-cult and pro-Ukraine.
Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
Wiccan Child is the first book in the Robin Winter's Tales series by J. Treacy Cole. After receiving an Ouija board on her twelfth birthday, Robin Winter's world changes forever. Determined to discern its secrets, Robin and her friends learn to use the board, which reveals some cryptic messages about the future that may have huge ramifications. When Robin's best friend Audrey is forced to recuperate at home after an accident that breaks her spine, she mistakenly puts the blame on Robin, driving a wedge between them. Meanwhile, Robin discovers her own dormant clairvoyant powers under the tutelage of an experienced psychic named Celia. Additionally, a nefarious group led by Blendan Jones is hell-bent on putting an end to the occult and its practices. What role will Robin play in the momentous events circling Crosslake?
A coming-of-age story with a tinge of the paranormal, Wiccan Child is a treat young adult readers will devour with relish. With some stellar character work and a gripping plot, author J. Treacy Cole tells a captivating tale of psychics, Ouija boards, and cults that has you glued to the pages from the get-go. Cole captures the essence and vibe of a small Minnesota town to perfection, and this elevates the atmosphere and tone of the narrative, making the story all the more immersive for the reader. The characters have human flaws and conflicts, which make them feel real and relatable. All in all, this is a fantastic start to what promises to be an absorbing young adult series.
