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Betwixt & Between — by Darynda Jones

Betwixt

  • Description:
    The Betwixt & Between series is best read in order, starting with Betwixt, as character relationships and storylines develop across the series. Defiance Dayne, a woman who discovers she is a witch, moves to a quirky small town and begins solving supernatural mysteries with help from her eccentric grandmother.
  • # of Titles:
    4
  • First Book:
    Betwixt (February 2020)
  • Latest Book:
    Moonlight and Magic (Book 4) (October 2022)
  • Series Rating:
  • Reading Order:

    🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1: Betwixt

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The Betwixt & Between Books in Order (4 Books)

Order Book Date Rating
1 3.5
2 4
3 4
4 0

Series Premise

The Betwixt & Between series follows Defiance as she embraces her newly discovered witch abilities while running a magical shop and investigating strange occurrences. Each book centers on a new mystery tied to the town’s supernatural inhabitants.

The Betwixt & Between Series Reading Order

🔄 Best Read in Order · Start with Book 1: Betwixt

Standalone stories, but characters and relationships develop across the series.

Publication order gives the best experience for the Betwixt & Between series. Each book has a complete central plot focused on a specific paranormal case. Character relationships and ongoing developments carry across the series, particularly Defiance’s growth and her bond with her grandmother. Readers who begin with a later book miss the foundational events of Defiance’s arrival and early discoveries that shape later emotional stakes and conflicts.

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The Betwixt & Between Series Characters

The series centers on Defiance Dayne, a witty and determined new witch, along with her colorful grandmother Ruthie and other eccentric townsfolk.

Setting of the The Betwixt & Between Series

The stories take place in the quirky small town of Sugar Maple, where magic and everyday life intertwine.

Tone & Themes of the The Betwixt & Between Series

The tone is humorous and light with cozy mystery elements. Central themes include self-discovery, family bonds, embracing one’s true self, and finding community.

Is the The Betwixt & Between Series Worth Reading?

This series appeals to readers who enjoy cozy paranormal mysteries, witty heroines, small-town charm, and stories blending magic with everyday life.

Content Warnings and Heat Level

Includes mild supernatural themes and humor; suitable for adult readers.

The Betwixt & Between series offers fun, magical mysteries in a charming town. Reading the books in order allows Defiance’s journey and the town’s secrets to unfold most effectively.



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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

There are 4 books in the Betwixt & Between series.

The Betwixt & Between series does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Moonlight and Magic (Book 4), was published in October 2022.

The first book in the Betwixt & Between series, Betwixt, was published in February 2020.

The Betwixt & Between series primarily falls into the General Fiction genre.
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