Synopses & Reviews
In 1837 London, young daughters of viscounts pined for handsome, titled husbands, not careers. And certainly not careers in magic. At least, most of them didnt.
Shy, studious Persephone Leland would far rather devote herself to her secret magic studies than enter society and look for a suitable husband. But right as the inevitable season for "coming out" is about to begin, Persy and her twin sister discover that their governess in magic has been kidnapped as part of a plot to gain control of the soon-to-be Queen Victoria. Racing through Mayfair ballrooms and royal palaces, the sisters overcome bad millinery, shady royal spinsters, and a mysterious Irish wizard. And along the way, Persy learns that husband hunting isnt such an odious task after all, if you can find the right quarry. Bewitching Season is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Review
* "This wonderfully crafted debut novel braids several very different storylines into an utterly satisfying whole." - Booklist, starred review "Fans of historical mysteries will find this a page-turner." - Kirkus "A romp." - Kliatt "A good book to pick for several hours of enjoyable escape." - Voya
Review
* "This wonderfully crafted debut novel braids several very different storylines into an utterly satisfying whole." - Booklist, starred review "Fans of historical mysteries will find this a page-turner." - Kirkus "A romp." - Kliatt "A good book to pick for several hours of enjoyable escape." - Voya
Synopsis
An enchanting tale of 19th-century royal intrigue, magic, and romance!
Synopsis
Twins Persephone and Penelope Leland are anticipating their first London season with mixed feelings. Pen can’t wait to flirt with handsome young men at parties, but Persy would far rather stay home and continue her magic studies. When the twins discover that their governess has been kidnapped as part of a dastardly plot to enchant the soon-to-be Queen, they’re determined to find and save them both. Along the way, Persy learns that a good lady’s maid is hard to find, that one should never cast a love spell on anyone after drinking too much brandy punch at a party, that pesky little brothers can sometimes come in handy, and that husband hunting isn’t such an odious task after all, if you can find the right quarry.
About the Author
Marissa Doyle is fascinated by the past and lives in Massachusetts, where she is surrounded by history.