The Witches of Scotland Romance Series: Byres Road (The Gathering of the Seven Book 1)
Steven P Aitchison
by LeAnna Ehrsam
After escaping a soul-crushing marriage, Tilly Firefly Nguyen has finally carved out a sanctuary in Salem, Massachusetts. Surrounded by her newfound coven at the Crescent Inn, she is learning to prioritize her own desires over the comfort of others. Yet, life in Salem is rarely simple.
As Tilly grapples with the onset of menopause and the overwhelming sensitivity of a burgeoning empathic gift, she finds herself drawn to the town’s stoic police chief—a man whose intense gaze masks a dangerous, biting secret. Their tentative connection is interrupted when a trio of powerful witches descends upon the town, bringing with them a volatile agenda that threatens to dismantle the peace of the Lost Souls Coven. As a sinister political battle of dark magic takes root, the line between ally and enemy blurs.
Tilly must navigate a brewing war where ancient malevolence clashes with the modern world, all while contending with the whispers of her own anxiety and the haunting presence of past ghosts. In a town where magic holds its own secrets, Tilly must decide if she is strong enough to protect her chosen family without losing the fragile sense of self she fought so hard to reclaim.
Whitney WMagical Realism and Romance At Its Finest
"This book was a total love–hate relationship. I absolutely loved it, but I hated that it closes the chapter on The Lost Souls Series. Once again, readers are swept into a world of magical realism, where the only things more potent than the drinks and hexes are the bonds between the women of the Lost Souls Coven. The plot in this one really ups the ante on both the magic and the drama. You’ll be on the edge of your seat for one reason or another. While this story focuses on Tilly, the entire coven shines once again. The alternating POV from Bess adds emotional depth, and we finally get the answers we’ve been craving about Crystal’s past. Tilly herself is such a layered character – I found myself constantly switching between empathizing with her and completely relating to her. And honestly, a chief of police who looks like a young Tom Selleck and happens to be a vampire… do I really need to say more? The Moon Drinks Mojitos is the perfect ending to this enchanting series. Finishing it feels like the bittersweet end of a long, cozy visit with dear friends. Reading The Lost Souls Series has always felt like those lazy afternoons spent on the couch with your closest people, you’re comfortable, supported, and never in a hurry to leave. ["
October 28, 2025 Verified Purchase
Amazon Customercute concept but needs serious editing
"Not sure why this wasn’t edited but it’s a cute idea. Hopefully someone goes ahead and gets corrections in. Hope to see it ["
May 1, 2026
albm124Good vs Evil
"In this third installment of the Lost Souls series, it was wonderful to see everyone work together for the greater good. New characters were introduced and I hope to see more of them. Wrapping up some storylines would have been nice but maybe there will be more to come. ["
February 12, 2026 Verified Purchase
Amazon CustomerI didn't sign up to cry
"Emotional rollercoaster familiar to many women. The good, the bad and the ugly of being perimenopausal. New man, new friends and maybe a new life. Highly recommended. ["
January 18, 2026 Verified Purchase