The Bookshelf (signed and personalized copies available) But when it becomes clear that the house, influenced by the magic of Nathaniel's ancestors, requires a price for its obedience, Elisabeth and Nathaniel will have to lean on their connection like never before to set things right.

Not an easy task when the house is filled with unexpected secrets, and all Elisabeth can think about is kissing Nathaniel in peace. With no access to the outside world, Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and Silas - along with their new maid Mercy - will have to work together to discover the source of the magic behind the malfunctioning wards before they're due to host the city's Midwinter Ball. Surely it must be a coincidence that this happened just as Nathaniel and Elisabeth started getting closer to one another. But something strange is afoot at Thorn Manor: the estate's wards, which are meant to keep their home safe, are acting up and forcibly trapping the Manor's occupants inside.

Now that their demon companion Silas has returned, so has scrutiny from nosy reporters hungry for gossip about the city's most powerful sorcerer and the librarian who stole his heart. In this sequel novella to the New York Times bestselling Sorcery of Thorns, Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and Silas must unravel the spell trapping them inside Thorn Manor in time for the Midwinter Ball!Įlisabeth Scrivener is finally settling into her new life with sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn. Ex.Coming Soon: The Mysteries of Thorn Manor

The risks keep it intriguing! It might be an interesting conversation to have with your child about ethical dilemmas. She has to break the rules and “bad things” like stealing for the greater good. The main character is relatable, clumsy, yet courageous and selfless. This is why I gave it a higher age rating. The lines between good and evil are blurred, which makes the story interesting, but also keeps it dark. I am not one for horror, and some scenes bothered me even though I am an adult. There are many occult references- such as the pentagram, human sacrifice, and being in debt to demons. For example, many of the books in the library are made of human body parts. What hasn’t been mentioned, to take note of, is that is a dark novel. I was hooked from the beginning! Lots of twists and turns that keep you guessing. As a writer, teacher and mom, I was excited to read this book, since it has been so highly reviewed.

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