Somewhat unconventional among all of Chase's novels is Miss Shumway Waves her Magic Wand, where detective elements are intertwined with fantasy. The main character of the novel, Mair Shumway, who has supernatural power, can turn the world upside down, and only love helps her direct her abilities in the right direction.

The book was also published as: “Miss Shumway Rules the Ball,” “The Enchantress,” "The Secrets of Miss Shumway"