A Discovery of Witches

Staff Review: A Discovery of Witches

"A Discovery of Witches" by Deborah Harkness

Cover: 'A Discovery of Witches'
★★★

Diana Bishop, an Oxford scholar and non-practicing witch, discovers a long-lost alchemical manuscript that promises to reveal the origins (and future) of all supernatural species: witches, vampires, and "demons." However, Diana's reluctance to share this discovery puts her at odds with the supernatural community and drives her into an unlikely romance with Matthew Clairmont, a wealthy vampire scientist.

Fans of supernatural romance may find a leisurely and tame variety thereof in the book's first half. Those keen on supernatural fisticuffs or "science fantasy" may find a few nuggets of enjoyment throughout. Overall, though, it seems Harkness has saved a lot for the sequel(s).

Audience: Adults | Genre: Fiction, Paranormal, Fantasy, Romance


reviewed by Ben Krombholz / IT Technician

The book reviews on this website represent the personal opinions of the individuals who created them and do not represent any official views of the Marathon County Public Library.

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