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'Beautifully written and a thoroughly absorbing read. I found it impossible to put down' Deborah Carr, USA Today Bestseller

THE TOWN OF WEM, SHROPSHIRE 1643

Civil war is ripping England apart.

Families are divided, emotions run high.

Whether on the bleakness of the moors or in snug, wood-panelled rooms, danger lurks.

A body is found, its mouth pierced with thorns.

The Justice of the Peace, a godly man, is certain that witchcraft is involved.

Only his assistant, former cavalryman John Carne, looks for reason where others see demons and witches.

But John has secrets of his own – secrets that concern his cold and distant wife. And it’s not long before the darkness that has engulfed Wem grows darker still…

©2024 Ruth Goldstraw (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers Historical Horror Mystery Paranormal Witchcraft England Magic Magic Users
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I really enjoyed this apart from the narration of Zipporah. This almost ruined it for me, but once I stopped imagining a Reece Sheersmith/Mark Gatiss caricature, I was able to get past it.
Great story and great narration of Spibey and Baccy though.

Captivating story

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I loved every word of this book. It’s ostensibly a historical whodunnit but it has a lot more to do with the way the characters involved deal with the situation in the light of the extraordinary religious and political nature of England at the time. I cottoned on to the culprit early on but didn’t care because the character stories were so compelling. Brilliantly read as well

More than just a historical whodunnit

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This is anticipated intriguing and well written book from the off. I couldn't stop listening. Characters are multi layered, interesting and feel genuine. Such a pleasure to read!

Engaging and brilliantly read

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I actually loved this book. Murder mystery and historical fiction, told with humour. Highly recommend reading this one. Pleasantly surprised and gripped throughout. Not a difficult mystery to solve, but enjoyable y

Enthralling

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Loved this book from start to the last page. I’m really sad I’ve finished it.

An Outstanding Read

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