Practical Magic
The Beloved Novel of Love, Friendship, Sisterhood and Magic
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Simon & Schuster Ltd
Published:3rd Dec '21
Should be back in stock very soon
The story of two sisters, Gillian and Sally, explores their magical legacy and the unbreakable bond that brings them back together in Practical Magic.
In Practical Magic, the enchanting tale of the Owens sisters unfolds against the backdrop of their small New England town. Gillian and Sally, marked by a legacy of magic, find themselves ostracized by their peers, who cannot comprehend the mystical aura surrounding them. All they desire is a sense of normalcy and a life free from the whispers of witchcraft that follow them. As they grow older, they take different paths: one seeks the comfort of marriage, while the other escapes to the farthest corners of the world, hoping to leave their past behind.
However, fate has its own plans. A tragic event draws the sisters back together, forcing them to confront their shared history and the bond that runs deeper than any magical inheritance. Through trials and tribulations, they discover that their connection is unbreakable, no matter the distance or the years apart. Practical Magic is a heartwarming exploration of love, forgiveness, and the complexities of family, all wrapped in a whimsical narrative that captivates readers of all ages.
This beloved novel, which inspired the classic film featuring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock, weaves together elements of dark comedy and gothic charm. With a unique blend of fantasy and reality, Practical Magic invites readers to delve into a world where magic is not just an escape, but a means of understanding the intricacies of life and the power of sisterhood.
Praise for the Practical Magic series
‘Her books are a real pleasure – practical magic’ Kate Atkinson
‘[A] delicious fantasy of witchcraft and love in a world where gardens smell of lemon verbena and happy endings are possible’ Cosmopolitan
‘Dripping with pathos and otherworldly possibility’ Vogue
‘Dark comedy and a light touch carry the story along to a truly Gothic climax, complete with heaving skies and witchery on the lawn’ New York Times
‘A master of magical realism, draws us back into the spellbinding universe of the Owens family with gorgeous prose set against a backdrop of vivid imagery’ Marie Claire
‘A delightful confection – witty, imaginative, unexpectedly touching’ The Times
‘Reading an Alice Hoffman book is like falling into a deep dream where senses are heightened and love reigns supreme… I never wanted to awaken’ Jodi Picoult
‘Hoffman’s classy prose imbues this modern fairy tale with bite as well as beauty’ Mail on Sunday
‘Storytelling is in Hoffman’s bones’ New York Times Book Review
‘Vivid and enchanting… another sublime entry in an arresting series’ Esquire
‘I got so swept up in this enchanting story’ Reese Witherspoon
‘A vivid and evocative tale – prepare to be spellbound’ Woman
‘Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations… it casts a spell’ Matt Haig
ISBN: 9781398515512
Dimensions: 198mm x 130mm x 21mm
Weight: unknown
288 pages
Reissue