Can't Wait Wednesday (276)

Can't Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings to spotlight highly anticipated books.  It is based on the Waiting on Wednesday meme which used to be hosted by Jill at Breaking the Spine.

FROM GOODREADS: Beatrice Clayborn is a sorceress who practices magic in secret, terrified of the day she will be locked into a marital collar that will cut off her powers to protect her unborn children. She dreams of becoming a full-fledged Magus and pursuing magic as her calling as men do, but her family has staked everything to equip her for Bargaining Season, when young men and women of means descend upon the city to negotiate the best marriages. The Clayborns are in severe debt, and only she can save them, by securing an advantageous match before their creditors come calling.

In a stroke of luck, Beatrice finds a grimoire that contains the key to becoming a Magus, but before she can purchase it, a rival sorceress swindles the book right out of her hands. Beatrice summons a spirit to help her get it back, but her new ally exacts a price: Beatrice’s first kiss . . . with her adversary’s brother, the handsome, compassionate, and fabulously wealthy Ianthe Lavan.

The more Beatrice is entangled with the Lavan siblings, the harder her decision becomes: If she casts the spell to become a Magus, she will devastate her family and lose the only man to ever see her for who she is; but if she marries—even for love—she will sacrifice her magic, her identity, and her dreams. But how can she choose just one, knowing she will forever regret the path not taken?

WHY I CAN'T WAIT:  I fell in love with the cover and even though I've not read the author, I am familiar with her other works.  I love the idea of magic and a secret grimoire.  

CASSIUS'S PICK:

SYNOPSIS:  It’s margaritas, Mariachi, and murder in Mexico!

Cameron Cripps Hayman is on vacation in the Yucatan Peninsula, taking a break from life as an amateur sleuth in Metamora, Indiana. With her crew back home busy running their shops in the little canal town, Cameron relaxes by the pool, walks along the beach, and tours Mayan ruins—until her whole trip gets ruined by a murder.

She should’ve known something was up when a little chihuahua started following her around the resort. When Cameron follows the feisty little dog to a secluded area of rocks and palm trees, she discovers her new acquaintance lying dead with her head buried in the sand.

Cam’s police officer husband might be used to her sticking her nose into his cases, but the State Investigation Police in the Yucatan aren’t so welcoming of Cameron’s help. The other American tourists staying at the resort, however, happen to be more than happy to chat about the murder, their theories, and rumors they’ve heard about the victim.

Spending her vacation solving another murder wasn’t on Cameron’s travel agenda, but when a sweet little dog drags her into the case, how can she refuse?

WHY CASSIUS CAN'T WAIT:  Mom used to love this series but the author has been releasing them so fast that she's now about 4 books behind (maybe more, she won't tell me).  

I think this dog has the right idea.  I need a drink!  And I could go for some lounging on a beach - as long as there is social distancing.  Better yet, I think I deserve my own private beach.  "Cassius's White Sand Pawprint Resort."  What do you think? 

WHAT BOOK CAN'T YOU WAIT FOR THIS WEEK????