Night of the Witches: The Beginnings (Night of the Witches, 1) [Paperback]

Don Festge (Author)

Book Description

Series: Night of the Witches, 1 | Publication Date: September 18, 2002

Night Of The Witches-The Beginnings- is the first book in a series which chronicles the life of a young girl and how she becomes an enchantress of the dark ways.

Conceived through rape, Damiana Novella, a sixteen-year-old child from Spain is forced to flee for her life. Stowed away aboard a ship heading for Hispaniola, Damiana is soon caged like an animal. Her aversion towards life begins.

Befriended by a group of slaves, Damiana is introduced to the practice of Voodoo, which she will soon fashion into her magic.

Now faced with certain death or the opportunity of eternal life, Damiana is about to perform the most important sacrifice of her life!

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

In addition to being an author, Don Festge is a former elementary school teacher where he was honored with the "Teacher of the Year" award. He currently teaches Creative Writing at Barbara Goleman Senior High School in Miami, Florida. He is also the head wrestling coach who has had the honor of coaching a two time state champion, as well as, coaching the 2002 Goleman District Championship Team.

Look for his other novel Stopped By Time and the second part of the Night Of The Witches series, The Bocor to be released in the Spring of 2003.

Product Details

• Paperback: 113 pages
• Publisher: Rhapsody Branding Inc (September 18, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096672321X
• ISBN-13: 978-0966723212
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,183,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2.0 out of 5 stars Cheated! Cheated!, April 28, 2008

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morrigan (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Night of the Witches: The Beginnings (Night of the Witches, 1) (Paperback)

I ordered books I and II. I didn't order III because it was unavailable. Am I the only one that thinks we were robbed? I received the books, they're 107 and 113 pages of large type letters. Something you would have you 3rd grader reading. I'm not saying the story is bad. Although, I should've been able to read the entire story for what I paid for these. What I am saying is that the author and publisher took a regular size book, split it into "many parts" and then sold each part as a whole book. Thus making a windfall on just "one" book.

Had I known, I wouldn't have purchased them. I'm certainly not purchasing any more of the books in the series... or any of this author's books for that matter. Thieves!

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!!!, April 22, 2003

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"eternalenemy" (Miami, Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Night of the Witches: The Beginnings (Night of the Witches, 1) (Paperback)

This book was one of the best books I've ever read. Very addictive. But I didn't have any dreams about the book or Damiana during or after reading the book. I recommend this book to teens and anyone who likes witchcraft or a short reading.

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!!!, October 9, 2002

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"jorgejk" (Miami, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Night of the Witches: The Beginnings (Night of the Witches, 1) (Paperback)

I'm not much of a reader but the story captured me right away. Since it's only 113 pages, it's easy to handle and not easy to put down. I can't wait to get the next Chapter. I'm afraid to admit that I too had the same dreams with Damiana for 3 nights in a row. They were freaky real and I woke up in a sweat. Creepy is right! The adventure is worth the [$].