Cassandra Slaughter: Cozy Mystery Author

“You will experience the triple Goddess—Maiden, Mother, and Crone. These phases are symbolic to, not just your own life, but life as a whole. Birth, life, and death.” ― Emma Mildon, Evolution of Goddess: A Modern Girl's Guide to Activating Your Feminine Superpowers Chapter One I was working in my warm little coffee shop, nestled in the heart of Silverbrook Falls, on a chilly early November morning when the world’s most annoying witch crossed my threshold. It was such a pity, too, because it was a gorgeous day. The air was crisp, carrying the faint scent of fallen autumn leaves and the distant, clean freshness of Lake Erie, a hint of coolness in the breeze. As I stood behind the worn oak counter, I glanced out of the large picture window onto the picturesque street of Silverbrook Falls. The town was slowly coming to life, with people bundled up in scarves and coats, their breath visible in the chilly air, creating a subtle dance of mist. The trees lining the streets had exchanged th