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Discover a magical historical saga of mothers, daughters and the power of witchcraft - perfect for fans of A Discovery of Witches, Outlander and Nora Roberts. ''Will sweep you away to a time of magic, love, and loss . . . mesmerising'' Tish Thawer

''It''s true, ma petite. If they know - if they discover what we are - they will try to kill us''

Brittany, 1821. After Grand-mère Ursule gives her life to save her family, their magic seems to die with her. Even so, the Orchières fight to keep the old ways alive, practicing half-remembered spells and arcane rites in hopes of a revival. And when their youngest daughter comes of age, magic flows anew. The lineage continues, though new generations struggle not only to master their power, but also to keep it hidden.

But when World War II looms on the horizon, magic is needed more urgently than ever - not for simple potions or visions, but to change the entire course of history.

A Secret History of Witches is a moving historical saga that traces five generations of fiercely powerful mothers and daughters - witches whose magical inheritance is both a dangerous threat and an extraordinary gift.

*SHORTLISTED FOR THE ENDEAVOUR AWARD*

''A deeply satisfying and magical work of great craft'' Carol Goodman, author of Incubus

''Deftly captures the greatest magic of all: the love between mothers and daughters'' Jordanna Max Brodsky

''Enthralling . . . Deeply moving and richly conceived'' Kay Kenyon

''I loved it. A beautiful generational tale, reminiscent of Practical Magic . . . Grounded and real, painful and hopeful at the same time'' Laure Eve

''Epic in scope and heartbreakingly tender . . . Recommended for fans of Nora Roberts'' Booklist

Novels by Louisa Morgan:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch''s KindThe Age of Witches

''AN IRRESISTIBLE BLEND OF MAGIC AND HISTORICAL FANTASY'' Young FolksAn engrossing tale of love, sacrifice, family ties and magic set in the aftermath of World War II - perfect for fans of A Discovery of Witches, Outlander and Nora Roberts.Barrie Anne Blythe and her Aunt Charlotte have always known that the other residents of their small coastal community find them peculiar. It is the price of concealing their strange and dangerous family secret.But two events threaten to upend their lives for ever: the arrival of an abandoned baby with a hint of power like their own, and the reappearance of Barrie Anne''s long-lost husband - who is not quite the man she thought she married. Barrie Anne and Charlotte must decide how far they are willing to go to protect themselves - and the child they think of as their own - from suspicious neighbours, the government and even their own family . . .Praise for Louisa Morgan:''Will sweep you away to a time of magic, love, and loss . . . Mesmerising'' Tish Thawer''Deftly captures the greatest magic of all: the love between mothers and daughters'' Jordanna Max Brodsky''I loved it. A beautiful generational tale, reminiscent of Practical Magic . . . Grounded and real, painful and hopeful at the same time'' Laure Eve''Epic in scope and heartbreakingly tender . . . Recommended for fans of Nora Roberts'' BooklistNovels by Louisa Morgan:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch''s KindThe Age of Witches

''THOROUGHLY ENTHRALLING'' BooklistA young witch must choose between love and loyalty, power and ambition, in this magical novel set in Gilded Age New York and London.In 1692, Bridget Bishop was hanged as a witch. Two hundred years later, her legacy lives on in the scions of two very different lines: one dedicated to using their powers to heal and help women in need; the other, determined to grasp power for themselves.This clash will play out in the fate of Annis, a young woman in Gilded Age New York who finds herself a pawn in the family struggle for supremacy. She''ll need to claim her own power to save herself - and resist succumbing to the darkness that threatens to overcome them all.''A must-read for those who like magic, love, and a little bit of feel-good feminism in their historical fiction'' Library Journal''An Austen-esque romance, a heart-racing mystery full of dangerous twists and an anxiety-inducing yet enthralling family feud, Louisa Morgan''s The Age of Witches is anything but a traditional tale of good versus evil'' BookPage ''Morgan''s beautifully conjured tale of three women, social mores, and the sanctity of self-determination is thoroughly enthralling'' Booklist ''[A] robust tale of matriarchal magic in a lushly depicted Gilded Age New York . . . Readers will root for these powerful women as they struggle to overcome the social limitations of their time, whether through magic or force of personality'' Publishers Weekly ''This is a book about witches, told from their perspective. As such, it''s a lyrically and lovely written triumph about independent, unusual women'' Book RiotNovels by Louisa Morgan:A Secret History of WitchesThe Witch''s KindThe Age of Witches

Return to the world of A Secret History of Witches with the bewitching tale of Ursule Orchiere and her discovery of magical abilities that will not only change the course of her life but every generation that comes after her. Brittany, 1741: There hasn''t been a witch born in the Orchière clan for generations. According the elders, that line is dead, leaving the clan vulnerable to persecution. Ursule Orchière has been raised on stories of the great witches of the past. But the only magic she knows are the false spells her mother weaves over the women who visit their fortune-telling tent. All of that changes when Ursule comes of age and a spark of power flares to life. Thrilled to be chosen, she has no idea how magic will twist and shape her future. Guided by the whispers of her ancestors and an ancient grimoire, Ursule is destined to walk the same path as the great witches of old. But danger hovers over her. Will she be able to escape the bloodlust of the mob or the flames of the pyre?Praise for Louisa Morgan:''A must-read for those who like magic, love and a little bit of feel-good feminism in their historical fiction'' Library Journal on The Age of Witches''A beautiful generational tale, reminiscent of Practical Magic . . . but much more expansive in scope. Grounded and real, painful and hopeful at the same time'' Laure Eve, author of The Graces, on A Secret History of Witches

A woman''s ability to see ghosts draws her into a journey of redemption and unexpected friendship in thisunforgettable story from the acclaimed author of A Secret History of Witches.Beatrice Bird is plagued by ghosts. It''s a gift she''s had since she was a small child. Unfortunately, it''s a gift that has grown more intense, shifting from flashes and feelings to physical manifestations she can''t escape. In a desperate attempt for relief, Beatrice flees her home, her partner and a psychology practice in San Francisco for a remote island with only nuns and a few cows for company. She sees as few people as she possibly can. She doesn''t call home. Then she meets Anne Iredale, a timid woman who has lost everything that matters to her. For the first time in a long time, Beatrice''s gift will be called on to help someone in need. The path to healing awaits both of them - ifBeatrice can find the courage to take the first step.