Black Annis Year

by Kim McDougall

FBT review:

Lose yourself in Black Annis Year, a cozy fantasy perfect for readers craving an emotional, character-driven escape off the beaten path. When grieving Elenna Kane nearly loses the quirky farm she shared with Jamie, a small village full of secrets—and fae—offers her a second chance. Between a soulful old plow horse, a wind phone to the beyond, and whispering woods hiding dark splendor, Elenna uncovers a mystery that blurs the line between love, loss, and magic.

Ideal for fans of indie fantasy, found family, small-town charm, and gentle supernatural intrigue, this standalone novel delivers heart, atmosphere, and hope. If you’re browsing bestseller lists and book blogs wondering what to read next, start your next enchanting escape with Black Annis Year.

Publisher Description:

A magical journey of second chances, hidden mysteries, and the unexpected enchantment of a small village—where love, loss, and the fae collide in the most surprising ways.Elenna Kane gave her heart to Jamie, his farm, his needy rescue animals, and his rambling, impractical house. But after his death, she's left struggling to hold onto a life that feels increasingly impossible.Just when she’s ready to walk away, the village of Mullarkey Mills wraps her in its quirky embrace. As the seasons change, an old plow horse teaches her to hold on to joy. A wind phone becomes her bridge to Jamie’s memory even as she cautiously explores the possibility of new love. And the whispering woods begin to reveal their hidden truths, drawing Elenna into a shocking mystery that will open her eyes to the dark splendor of the fae living right under her nose.Black Annis Year is a new cozy fantasy from the author of the Valkyrie Bestiary. Grab it now for a tale that will leave you believing in second chances, love that transcends time, and the wonder that’s always just beyond the trees.

Promotion: Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 2, 2025

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