![]() From its star-crossed romance to its magical re-imagining of our world to its unforgettable characters, it is an enthralling book that you won’t want to put down once you start. She has received numerous awards, including Fulbright, Guggenheim. The not so goodĪ Discovery of Witches is spellbinding. Deborah Harkness is a scholar and writer specializing in the history of science and medicine. A Discovery of Witches might be pushing 600 pages, but trust me, you’ll breeze right through it. The book is also perfectly paced, striking that ideal balance between character building and action. Her vivid descriptions bring the world and its characters to life. Of course, what truly makes this book shine is Harkness’ writing. They are some of the best characters in the entire series (in addition to Gallowglass, obviously). Seeking a brief respite from adventure, historian and witch Diana Bishop and vampire scientist Matthew Clairmont return to Matthews ancestral home. Harkness Edition: View all formats and editions Publisher: Viking, New York, New York, U.S.A., 2011. ![]() I also just have to take a moment to say how much I love Ysabeau, Em, and Sarah. Authors: Deborah Harkness (Author), Deborah E. As a vampire with a less-than-perfect past, he is not your typical hero, but his greyness is what makes him so striking. Matthew is a particularly interesting character. They have backstories, emotional depth, and their fair share of flaws. What I love most about the characters is how complex they are. A Discovery of Witches and Shadow of Night (book 3 is expected) This is the story of Diana Bishop, a descendant of the Salem witches. Both the primary and secondary characters are fleshed out to the point where they start to feel like real people, as though the book were a work of nonfiction rather than fiction. All Souls Trilogy By Deborah Harkness Series. Speaking of the characters, they are spectacular. Her use of scientific and historical details makes these otherworldly creatures and their fantastical realm seem almost plausible. Harkness also seamlessly blends together the real with the imagined. Secret societies, a hidden world of non-human creatures, magic, and a captivating love story are just a few of the treats awaiting the reader. What at first blush appears to be a story of forbidden love reveals itself to be so much more. I think not having to worry about the fate of the characters allowed me to relax and take in all of the details, and boy, are there a lot of details. I can honestly say that this reread has been just as much of a pleasure as my first read through, for I have picked up on things that I didn’t notice the first time around. Namely, that it is among a select group of books that I can read and enjoy multiple times. This is my second time reading A Discovery of Witches, and that tells you almost everything you need to know. TLDR: An immensely captivating and original adult fantasy replete with forbidden romance, witches, vampires, and lush descriptions.
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