Our review of : A Shade of Myself

Magic After Midlife, Book 4

Written by : Deborah Wilde

Release date : 03-21-22

4.5 out of 5 - Based on 2

Retail price : $24.95

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In A Shade of Myself, the fourth book in her popular Magic After Midlife series, Deborah Wilde brings us another enchanting tale about turning forty and finding one’s true self. Jenny Adams is a typical suburban mom who has always put others first. But after a health scare forces her to reevaluate what’s most important in life, she decides it’s time for a changeā€”starting with finally embracing her inner witch. With the help of some new magical friends (including Jack Frost himself), Jenny embarks on an epic journey to find out who she truly is and what she wants from life. Along the way, she’ll make surprising discoveries about herself as well as those around herā€”including her long-lost father. Featuring all-new recipes for delicious midlife magic including Elderflower Fizzes and Jumping Jellybeans, A Shade of Myself is an empowering story that will leave readers feeling inspired to follow their own dreams no matter how old they are!

For who is this book for ?

A Shade of Myself is a book for people who are looking to embrace their inner self. After Jenny Adams has a health scare, she realizes that it’s time for her to do something that makes her happy and fulfilled- even if that means stepping out of her comfort zone. Midlife magic gives Jenny the opportunity to find herself and learn things about herself she never knew before.

Pros :

  • Deborah Wilde brings us another enchanting tale about turning forty and finding one’s true self in A Shade of Myself.
  • The story is empowering, leaving readers feeling inspired to follow their own dreams no matter how old they are.
  • This book is full of delicious midlife magic recipes including Elderflower Fizzes and Jumping Jellybeans!

Cons :

  • The author could have elaborated more on the characters and their development.
  • The book moves a bit too fast in some parts.
  • Some of the magical aspects seem farfetched to be realistic.

Learn more about the author

Deborah Wilde is the author of The naughty fairy godmother series, Hearts & Dreams, and Magic After Midlife. A self-proclaimed bibliophile, caffeine addict, and chocoholic, she writes Contemporary Fairytale Romance with a magical twist. When not reading or writing (or drinking coffee), Deborah can be found hanging out with her family and friends or watching way too much TV.

Reader Reviews

“I laughed, I cried, I loved it! A Shade of Myself is a wonderful story about self-discovery and transformation. Deborah Wilde has done it again!”

“Deborah Wilde has done it again! A Shade of Myself is an enchanting story about turning forty and finding one’s true self. Jenny Adams is a typical suburban mom who has always put others first, but after a health scare forces her to reevaluate what’s most important in life, she decides it’s time for a changeā€”starting with finally embracing her inner witch. With the help of some new magical friends (including Jack Frost himself), Jenny embarks on an epic journey to find out who she truly is and what she wants from life. Along the way, she’ll make surprising discoveries about herself as well as those around herā€”including her long-lost father. Featuring all-new recipes for delicious midlife magic including Elderflower Fizzes and Jumping Jellybeans, A Shade of Myself is an empowering story that will leave readers feeling inspired to follow their own dreams no matter how old they are!”

“Deborah Wilde is one of my favorite authors! She has the perfect blend of humor, heart, and magic in her writing. I adore her characters and can’t wait to see what she comes up with next.”

“This enchanting story is about turning forty and finding one’s true self. Deborah Wilde brings us another delightful tale of magic after midlife.”

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