Listen free for 30 days
Listen with offer
-
The Witch's Daughter
- Shadow Chronicles, Book 1
- Narrated by: Marisa Calin
- Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins
Failed to add items
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
99p for the first 3 months
The Witch's Daughter
Buy Now for £16.00
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Listeners also enjoyed...
Summary
My name is Elizabeth Anne Hawksmith, and my age is 384 years. Each new settlement asks for a new journal, and so this Book of Shadows begins…
In the spring of 1628, the Witchfinder of Wessex finds himself a true Witch. As Bess Hawksmith watches her mother swing from the Hanging Tree she knows that only one man can save her from the same fate at the hands of the panicked mob: the Warlock Gideon Masters, and his Book of Shadows.
Secluded at his cottage in the woods, Gideon instructs Bess in the Craft, awakening formidable powers she didn't know she had and making her immortal. She couldn't have foreseen that even now, centuries later, he would be hunting her across time, determined to claim payment for saving her life.
In present-day England, Elizabeth has built a quiet life for herself, tending her garden and selling herbs and oils at the local farmers' market. But her solitude abruptly ends when a teenage girl called Tegan starts hanging around. Against her better judgment, Elizabeth begins teaching Tegan the ways of the Hedge Witch, in the process awakening memories - and demons - long thought forgotten.
Part historical romance, part modern fantasy, The Witch's Daughter is a fresh, compelling take on the magical, yet dangerous world of Witches. Listeners will long remember the fiercely independent heroine who survives plagues, wars, and the heartbreak that comes with immortality to remain true to herself, and protect the protégé she comes to love.
Featured article: Witches in fiction: 12 historical fiction books to listen to this Halloween
Throughout history, women have been branded as witches by people scared of their power, confidence and independence. In days past, accusations of being a witch – thrown at women for everything from being talented at working with herbs to being in the vicinity of a death – could result in banishment or even death. These 12 audiobooks, perfect for the longer nights, colder weather and the Halloween season, tell the stories of women through history, from goddesses to regular women, through a mix of horror, fantasy and historical fiction.
More from the same
What listeners say about The Witch's Daughter
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Helen
- 10-12-13
Really enjoyed listening
Would you listen to The Witch's Daughter again? Why?
Very interesting book and held my thoughts
Who was your favorite character and why?
Bess is my favourite character she is very strong in character
What about Marisa Calin’s performance did you like?
I thought the narrator did a very good job and held the listeners attention
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
I could have listened to it all in one sitting but time does not allow for that so it was something to look forward to hearing
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
4 people found this helpful
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- R. J. Gladden
- 17-05-19
Moving
What a brilliant book. Not my usual genre but I loved it. I will definitely listen to more books by Paula Brackston and the narration by Marisa Calin just put the whole novel into context for me.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Samantha
- 11-06-16
Fabulous
Can't wait for the second. Really enjoyed this book. The narrator takes a bit of getting used to but adds drama and darkness to the story beautifully.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance2 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Miss V L Thompson
- 07-02-21
Brilliant story through time
A descriptive book of a witches life and experiences through time. A brilliant book that would lend itself to a TV series. I have really enjoyed it. I was a little reluctant to purchase after reading a few negative reviews however Im glad I did and I have now found a new author for futures listens/reads.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- shadowspirit
- 17-06-19
Great book
Great first book in the series Shadow Chronicles. I was hooked with this first one and just had to go on and read all three.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance3 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 15-03-21
Exciting past and present witch story!
Fantastic! New magical terms for the indoctrinated, and wonderful for those just beginning witchcraft knowledge.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- Pauline
- 21-03-14
Good story
Where does The Witch's Daughter rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
one of the better ones
What other book might you compare The Witch's Daughter to, and why?
None that I can think of - bit of a 'newer' genre for me - very enjoyable though
What does Marisa Calin bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Brings the characters to life.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Not extremes of emotion
Any additional comments?
Definitely worth a read
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Blifter
- 16-10-19
imaginative
I was transported through time along side Bess. willing her a long her journey...the loneliness and isolation..beautifully narrated..and then a spark if light in the form of Tigen comes along...
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Allycat
- 25-07-21
Great Storytelling
This is the second of Paula Brackston’s books I have read and have thoroughly enjoyed them both.
The detail of storytelling is amazing, I was enthralled by her description of things and situations, transporting me to that time and place and living it with her.
I will definitely be purchasing more of her books.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- LadyBeags
- 06-05-22
Amazing!!
I loved this book when I read it and if possible, it’s even more magical on audio. The narrator, Marisa Calin, is my favourite. I’ve no idea how she can do so many different accents, and even add age to accents as time moves in the book. Fabulous.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!