Dark Witch: Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy, 1 by Nora Roberts -- Review

*Note: Our review is an accompaniment to "Dark Witch" and not the novel itself. While it will greatly enhance your enjoyment and understanding of the book, it is not intended to stand in its place.* Fans of the prolific Nora Roberts will be delighted to find the author once again returning to Ireland and familiar themes of the paranormal and family relationships in her newest work "Dark Witch," the first book of the new Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy. This review is a critical study of the "Dark Witch's" characters, relevant plot points, writing style, themes, and more. Recently arrived in Ireland from America, Iona Sheehan is welcomed into a fold of cousins and begins to unravel the mysteries of her family's past, which include magical powers and a centuries-old grudge held by an evil sorcerer named Cabhan. Roberts skillfully textures the tale with intertwining themes of legend, tradition, and the enduring relationships of family. Supplement your reading of "Dark Witch" with this critical insight into the well-traveled premise of good vs. evil. Consider expert opinion on the positive and negative rendering of Roberts' latest characters and love story. With her engaging, appealing characters and a magical storyline, Roberts' "Dark Witch" sets a beautiful stage on which the rest of the Cousins O'Dwyer Trilogy will play out, certain to enchant her loyal readers.