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Ivy, Jill, Kendra, Mariam, and Vanessa formed a group called the Curiosity Club. Whenever they encounter unusual occurrences in their quiet town, they set aside time to sit down, share snacks, and compare their findings about the anomaly. On this particular occasion, a chance meeting between Ivy and a young couple raises alarm bells in the experienced woman's mind. She reaches out to her friends, expecting they may need to conduct another round of routine spiritual investigations. They do not realize that this is no ordinary case. The group is about to face a powerful force that will affect each of these five women in ways they never anticipated, as seen in Jeanne McElvaney's Edge of Knowing.
Jeanne McElvaney's Edge of Knowing is the first book in the Energy Detectives series. She develops detailed origin stories for the members of the Curiosity Club, each reflecting their unique gifts. For example, Ivy's calm approach when tuning into her gift is evident in her interactions with her husband, especially when it comes to making life-changing decisions. In contrast, Kendra's inquisitive attitude when exploring her energy also shows in her relentless pursuit to find the source of their latest problem. McElvaney keeps the dialogue simple, emphasizing that the narrative takes place in a close-knit community where residents' discussions focus on topics like who's getting into whose trash or who has marital issues. What makes the narrative stand out is that each conversation sparks relatable subplots, each providing a crucial clue in solving the mystery. The pacing gradually builds as it approaches the conclusion. McElvaney weaves an immersive story that balances intriguing paranormal concepts with classic detective-style mystery in a way that will appeal to mystery and drama fans.
