Basket of Hope — J.M. Powers

Kara harbors a secret love for Machias, but he must choose someone other than a scullery maid as a wife.

All Hallows Eve looms near, and encroaching evil shall have its way if a marriage filled with true love and pure magic does not take place. Machias must choose a witch, something Kara never hopes to be.

Machias's father will do anything to ensure his son chooses wisely -- lies, beatings, and even an attempt to soil Kara's innocence is not past the man.

Machias's marriage announcement promises to burn Kara's hope to cinders…unless something truly magical happens at the All Hallows Eve ball.