The Witch’s Daughter (The Witch’s Daughter, #1)
by Paula Brackston
The Witch's Daughter by Paula Brackston holds a well received rating of 3.54 out of 5, based on 17.7K reader ratings. First published in 1991. The book spans 305 pages.
About The Witch's Daughter
My name is Elizabeth Anne Hawksmith, and my age is three hundred and eighty-four 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. Readers 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.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Paula Brackston |
| Published | 1991 |
| Pages | 305 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.54 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,694 |
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What genre is The Witch's Daughter?
The Witch's Daughter is categorized as Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Witch's Daughter worth reading?
Based on 17.7K reader ratings, The Witch's Daughter has an average score of 3.54 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Witch's Daughter?
The Witch's Daughter has 305 pages.
Who wrote The Witch's Daughter?
The Witch's Daughter was written by Paula Brackston. It was first published in 1991.
What is the ISBN for The Witch's Daughter?
The ISBN-13 for The Witch's Daughter is 9780312621680.0.
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