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Narrated by Rebecca Cook, who — fun fact — worked on SyFy’s Z Nation and got Michelle a role as an apocalyptic refugee.
The Seventh Key
By Michelle M. Pillow
Order of Magic Series Book #6
Paranormal Women’s Fiction & Romance
Unlucky number seven.
Nina Cole thought escaping a serial killer would be the hardest thing she ever had to face. When a reporter comes sniffing around wanting her to relive the trauma, she feels she has no choice but to pack up and move to a place where no one knows her. Starting over in her forties is easier said than done. Bad memories aren’t the only thing chasing her. The killer might be in jail, but now it looks like something much more sinister from beyond the grave is hunting her.
Fortunately, there seems to be no shortage of magical assistance in Freewild Cove. But will it be enough? Can her new friends and a secret love interest help Nina survive the latest chapter in her unlucky life?
Heather, Vivien, Lorna, and Sue are back! With the help of Grandma Julia’s ghost, they’re kicking supernatural butt and taking names.
Happy Reading!
Genre, Tropes & Themes
Genre
Paranormal Women’s Fiction • Paranormal Romance • Romantasy • Witch Romance • Contemporary Small Town Romance • Supernatural Fantasy Romance
Tropes
Over 40 Heroines, Gen X, Later in Life • Sisterhood and Friendships Matter • Ghosts, Demons, Magic, Serial Killer • Second Chances, New Chapter in Life • Never Married
Book Details
Book Info
| Print Pages | Hours to Read | Total Words |
| 280 | 4 – 5 Hours | 46K |
| Narrator | Audiobook Length |
| Rebecca Cook | 5 hours 21 minutes |
FAQs
Is The Seventh Key a standalone or part of a series?
Book 6 of the Order of Magic series, a seven-book Paranormal Women’s Fiction collection following witches navigating second chances, sisterhood, and supernatural mysteries. While the series shares an interconnected ensemble, each book delivers a complete romance and a satisfying standalone arc.
Does The Seventh Key end on a cliffhanger?
No. Nina’s emotional journey reaches a complete resolution and her romance lands a satisfying ending. The wider Order of Magic story continues across the seven-book series.
What is the heat level?
Sweet Sensual. Slow-burn chemistry, emotional intimacy, and tasteful on-page romance without explicit content.
Who is the narrator of The Seventh Key?
Rebecca Cook narrates the Order of Magic series. Over the last several years, she has worked on over 20 feature films, several commercial productions, and all 5 seasons of SyFy Channel’s Z Nation, as well as directed several award-winning short films with her own company, Thundering Kitten Productions. She has narrated various commercial and documentary voice-overs, as well as brought to life over 100 audiobooks. Fun fact — while working on Z Nation, she got Michelle a role as an apocalyptic refugee.
Who is this book for?
Readers who love Paranormal Women’s Fiction with survivor heroines, witch magic, small-town safe havens, and the kind of supernatural-suspense stories where the past isn’t done with you yet. Perfect for fans of Deanna Chase’s Premonition Pointe series and Shannon Mayer’s Forty Proof series.
What is the Order of Magic series about?
The Order of Magic follows a circle of witches navigating ghosts, magic, and the complicated chapters of life: empty nests, betrayed marriages, seances gone sideways, and the friendships that make all of it survivable. Set in a contemporary world where magic is real but never simple, the series is character-driven, emotionally rich, and built around heroines romance has too often left on the sidelines.
Who are the FAB 13 PWF Founding Authors of Paranormal Women’s Fiction?
Paranormal Women’s Fiction (PWF), also known as Generation X Fiction, was launched as an official vendor category in February 2020 by thirteen authors that readers nicknamed the FAB 13. The founding authors are: Michelle M. Pillow, Mandy M. Roth, Shannon Mayer, K.F. Breene, Jana DeLeon, Eve Langlais, Deanna Chase, Elizabeth Hunter, Darynda Jones, Kristen Painter, Robyn Peterman, Christine Gael, and Denise Grover Swank. Each FAB 13 author writes their own independent series — you don’t have to read any of the other authors’ books to enjoy The Seventh Key. The Order of Magic is a fully standalone series Michelle contributed to that genre-launch project.
When was The Seventh Key first published?
Originally released November 2, 2022 as part of the Order of Magic Paranormal Women’s Fiction series. The audiobook narrated by Rebecca Cook released July 12, 2023.
Has the Order of Magic series received any awards or grants?
Yes. In 2021, the Mississippi Arts Commission awarded Michelle a grant, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, in support of the Order of Magic paranormal women’s fiction series and its outreach to readers, librarians, and independent booksellers.
Reading Order
Order of Magic Reading Order:
- Second Chance Magic
- Third Time’s A Charm
- The Fourth Power
- The Fifth Sense
- The Sixth Spell
- The Seventh Key
- The Eighth Potion
Content Warnings
CW: Michelle M. Pillow’s books contain adult subject matter, graphic violence, and are not suitable for all audiences.
Book Heat Levels: Sweet Sensual
What Readers Are Saying
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5 Stars! “Danger, great characters, some heat, wonderful world-building, and a captivating storyline.”
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5 Stars! “I can’t get enough Michelle M Pillow’s books. This is another brilliant book in the order of magic series… This a great story with a plot that held my attention from start to finish.”
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5 Stars! “The feels hit you like a ton of bricks… Great read.”
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Praise for the Order of Magic Series
★★★★★ 4.66 · Goodreads (286 ratings)
“Michelle M. Pillow brings us yet another hilariously touching story, this one set in the world of paranormal women’s fiction, and you won’t want to put it down. I know I didn’t! Then again, she had me at séance.”
5 Stars! “Danger, great characters, some heat, wonderful world-building, and a captivating storyline.” Cheri, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “The feels hit you like a ton of bricks… Great read.” Judi, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “To say that Nina has had bad luck is one of the largest understatements to ever be said.” Sabella, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “I can’t get enough Michelle M Pillow’s books. This is another brilliant book in the order of magic series… This a great story with a plot that held my attention from start to finish.”Janet Smith McHardy, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “Michelle M. Pillow knows how to write books that keep a reader engaged.” Kimberly Davis, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “I literally sat and read this book in one sitting. I couldn’t put it down… This book was definitely a page turner with so much going on. I love this cast of characters and can’t wait to see what comes next.” April Mollenkopf, Goodreads (2022)
5 Stars! “Wow, this book just kept me enthralled from the beginning.” Lucia Valenzuela, Goodreads (2022)
“The perfect combination of spine-tingling magic, paranormal fun, and the strength of female friendships. Michelle M. Pillow delivers an emotionally powerful, must-have read.”—K.F. Breene, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Washington Post bestselling author of the Demigods of San Francisco (2020)
“Michelle M. Pillow brings us yet another hilariously touching story, this one set in the world of paranormal women’s fiction, and you won’t want to put it down. I know I didn’t! Then again, she had me at séance.” –NY Times Bestselling Author Darynda Jones (2020)
“When the past and the present merge…awesome author Michelle Pillow brings secrets from the grave and other things that go bump in the night into a fantastic story of second chances in the second act of life.” – Jana DeLeon, NY Times, USA TODAY, & WSJ Bestselling Author (2020)
“Second Chance Magic starts with a bang and does not slow down! It’s a beautifully written story of starting over and finding your inner power. Highly recommended.” – Elizabeth Hunter, USA TODAY Bestselling Author of the Elemental Mysteries (2020)
“Michelle M. Pillow’s Second Chance Magic is full of delicious secrets! What’s not a secret is how much you’re going to love this book and this heroine. I’ll take book two now!” – Kristen Painter, USA Today Bestselling Author (2020)
“Delightfully heartfelt and filled with emotion. Psychic powers, newly discovered magic, and a troublesome ex who comes back from the grave. Michelle M. Pillow delivers a wonderfully humorous start to a new paranormal women’s fiction romance series.” – Robyn Peterman, NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author (2020)
“Second Chance Magic is full of heart and everything I love in a paranormal tale. Great friends, second chances, and physic powers… what’s not to love?” – Deanna Chase, NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author (2020)
“Michelle M. Pillow’s Second Chance Magic proves that sometimes all it takes to get a second chance after a massive betrayal, is a little luck, a lot of magic, and the help of your best friends. I was captivated by this book.” Mandy M. Roth, , NYT and USA Today Bestselling Author (2020)