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The Witch's Daughter

A tale of magic, love, and survival in tumultuous times

Imogen Edwards-Jones author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Published:7th Dec '23

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In a time of upheaval, Nadezhda must confront her magical heritage to survive in The Witch's Daughter, a tale of love and resilience.

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the Russian Revolution, The Witch's Daughter weaves a gripping tale of love, magic, and survival. The story follows Nadezhda, a young woman who never wished to embrace her family's occult legacy. With her mother, Militza, having once conjured the infamous Rasputin, Nadezhda finds herself entangled in a world of sorcery and danger. As Petrograd descends into chaos, she must navigate the treacherous streets while protecting a powerful book of generational magic that could change everything.

As the city burns and the Romanov dynasty crumbles, Nadezhda's journey becomes one of self-discovery and resilience. Haunted by her mother's past and the lingering presence of Rasputin, she grapples with her identity and the weight of her heritage. With danger closing in, Nadezhda faces a choice: to reject her lineage or to embrace the magic that flows through her veins in order to save those she loves.

The Witch's Daughter is not only a tale of personal struggle but also a reflection on the strength of women rising from the ashes of an empire. Based on true events, this epic narrative captures the spirit of an era while exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the quest for freedom. Perfect for fans of historical fiction, it draws readers into a world where the past and magic intertwine, leaving them captivated until the very last page.

'A spellbinding tale of love, lust, magic and betrayal in Imperial Russia... I couldn't put it down.' -- Santa Montefiore
A glorious Cossack charge of a novel - I was swept away by Nadezdha's fight for survival in the midst of the Russian Revolution. It's a terrific read. * Daisy Goodwin *
A spellbinding tale * Woman's Own *
An intimate, enthralling and oh-so readable slice of historical fiction set within one of the key moments of the 20th century. -- LoveReading
A tale of strong female characters and the resilience they can muster when faced with danger and terror. Beautifully written with compelling descriptions of Russian history -- My Weekly
‘Like Elodie Harper’s The Wolf Den, The Witch’s Daughter is a story of strength and survival, centering around the resilience of women in grueling, violent times.’ -- Culturefly
Edwards-Jones’ enthusiasm is hard to resist. -- Mail on Sunday
A hugely evocative historical novel, weaving strands of magic and mysticism into the perilous days of the Russian Revolution. Gripping! -- Kate Griffin, author of FYNESHADE
'A brilliant, brutal story that had me holding my breath. It's been a very long time since I've come across a heroine as unforgettable as Nadezhda.' -- Celia Walden
The Witch's Daughter sheds light on a dark and turbulent period from a new and unusual perspective * The Scotsman *
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PRAISE FOR THE WITCHES OF ST PETERSBURG:

'Sumptuous, sexy and haunting. I adored this novel' Santa Montefiore

'With precision and razor-sharp accuracy... A brilliant take on the historical novel' Candace Bushnell

'Richly imagined... A rip-roaring read' Daisy Goodwin

'I couldn't put it down' Claudia Winkleman

ISBN: 9781838933289

Dimensions: unknown

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416 pages