Synopses & Reviews
In the prim and proper world of nineteenth-century England, twelve-year-old Katherine Ann Stephenson is at a loss: Her sisters Elissa and Angeline have recently entered Society and now gossip incessantly in whispers, her foolish brother Charles has gambled the family deep into debt, and Stepmama wants nothing to do with them at all.
Luckily, Kat has inherited her mother’s magical talents and the courage to use them—if she can only learn how. But with her sister Elissa’s intended fiancÉ, the sinister Sir Neville, showing a dangerous interest in Kat’s magical potential, her sister Angeline creating romantic havoc with her own witchcraft, and a highwayman lurking in the forest, even Kat’s reckless heroism will be tested to the utmost. Will all her powers be enough to win her sisters their true loves?
History merges seamlessly with fantasy and humor in this first novel in a trilogy.
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"Burgisand#8217; debut title rides on its swift pace and the delightfully feisty Kat, whose fearless and frequently impulsive actions will have readers cheering her on." --andlt;iandgt;Booklistandlt;BRandgt; andlt;/iandgt;
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"Regency romance and fantasy adventure all in one, this is a satisfying read and a promising beginning to a trilogy that is sure to be popular with middle school girls."andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt; - SLJ
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and#8220;Romance, humor and magic mark this brisk debut novel, the first of a trilogy set in an alternative Regency Englandand#8230;. Burgisand#8217;s command of the conventions of the genre is evident in characterization and plot, putting every element in place for a genteel rompand#8230;. Luckily, Kat is on hand to interfere with everyoneand#8217;s plans. Enjoyable mayhem ensues.and#8221;andlt;BRandgt; andlt;BRandgt;and#8212;andlt;i andgt;Kirkus Reviewsandlt;/iandgt;
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and#8220;Set in nineteenth-century England, this is a delightful story about a courageous, spirited, loveable girl who refuses to conform to societyand#8217;s expectations. Thereand#8217;s plenty of humor, romance, and mystery as Kat cuts off her hair, disguises herself as a boy, and turns the lives of those around her upside down.and#8221;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;and#8212;andlt;i andgt;VOYA, andlt;/iandgt;February 2012
Synopsis
In A Most Improper Magick, a twelve-year-old girl with magical powers finds adventure and romance in Regency England.
Synopsis
Katherine Ann Stephenson has just discovered that she's inherited her mother's magical talents, and despite Stepmama's stern objections, she's determined to learn how to use them. But with her eldest sister Elissa's intended fiancand#233;, the sinister Sir Neville, showing a dangerous interest in Kat's magical potential; her other sister, Angeline, wreaking romantic havoc with her own witchcraft; and a highwayman lurking in the forest, even Kat's reckless heroism will be tested to the upmost. If she can learn to control her new powers, will Kat be able to rescue her family and win her sisters their true love?
Synopsis
Twelve-year-old Kat Stephenson may be the despair of her social-climbing Step-Mama, but she was born to be a magical Guardian and protector of Society--if she can ever find true acceptance in the secret Order that expelled her own mother. She’s ready to turn the hidebound Order of the Guardians inside-out, whether the older members like it or not. And in a society where magic is the greatest scandal of all, Kat is determined to use all her powers to help her three older siblings--saintly Elissa, practicing-witch Angeline, and hopelessly foolish Charles--find their own true loves, even if she has to turn highwayman, battle wild magic, and confront real ghosts along the way!
About the Author
Stephanie Burgis grew up in East Lansing, Michigan, but fell in love with Regency England when she discovered the novels of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer. The author of Kat, Incorrigible; Renegade Magic; and Stolen Magic; she decided to be a writer when she was seven and sold her first short story when she was fifteen. Stephanie lives with her husband, fellow writer Patrick Samphire, their son, and their dog in Wales. Visit her online at StephanieBurgis.com.