Strange Folk: A Novel By Alli Dyer

In this lush, shimmering debut novel perfect for fans of Alice Hoffman, Deborah Harkness, and Sarah Addison Allen, a woman returns to her magical Appalachian roots only to confront dark forces she hoped to leave behind.

Lee left Craw Valley at eighteen, eager to escape the shadow of her family’s mystical legacy. Now, after abandoning her life in California and facing a new set of challenges, she returns to her hometown with her children to live with her estranged grandmother, Belva. Despite her resolve to stay away from the magical practices that define her family, Lee finds herself drawn back into the world she tried to escape.

When a local is found dead, the suspicion falls on one of Belva’s spells, and Lee fears that their conjuring may have summoned something far more sinister. As Lee and her children search for answers, they delve into a world of strange occurrences and hidden family secrets. The investigation forces Lee to confront her past, her own abilities, and the magical heritage she has always resisted.

Navigating through this rabbit hole of mystery and danger, Lee must rediscover her own power to protect her family and the community she left behind. In The Magic of Craw Valley, the boundaries between past and present blur, revealing a tale of redemption, family ties, and the magical forces that shape their lives.