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The Book of Life

The third gripping novel in the enchanting All Souls series
By Deborah Harkness
Series: All Souls
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In The Book of Life by Deborah Harkness, the tale unfolds with Diana and Matthew embarking on a quest to unlock secrets and solve ancient mysteries. Their journey takes them through layers of history while battling dark forces that threaten their love and the magical world. Set against a richly woven tapestry of science, magic, and intrigue, this conclusion to the All Souls Trilogy delves into the depth of family, power, and destiny.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of immersive fantasy worlds intertwined with elements of historical fiction and science fiction. It offers a compelling mix of magic, time travel, and romance, perfect for those who appreciate richly developed characters and intricate plotlines. Dive into a world where history and fantasy merge beautifully, creating an engaging narrative that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

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The Book of Life

Fall under the spell of Diana and Matthew in the epic third instalment in the runaway Number One Sunday Times bestselling All Souls series.

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THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES HARDBACK BESTSELLER

A Discovery of Witches is soon to be a major TV series - immerse yourself in the All Souls world.

Fall under the spell of Diana and Matthew once more in the stunning climax to their epic tale, following A Discovery of Witches and Shadow of Night.

A world of witches, daemons and vampires.

A manuscript which holds the secrets of their past and the key to their future.

Diana and Matthew - the forbidden love at the heart of it.

'Rich in arcane detail, fans will relish this exotic cauldron of romantic fantasy' - Sunday Mirror on The Book of Life.

After travelling through time in Shadow of Night, the second book in Deborah Harkness's enchanting series, historian and witch Diana Bishop and vampire scientist Matthew Clairmont return to the present to face new crises and old enemies. At Matthew's ancestral home in France, they reunite with their families - with one heart-breaking exception. But the real threat to their future is yet to be revealed, and when it is, the search for the elusive manuscript Ashmole 782 and its missing pages takes on a terrifying urgency. Using ancient knowledge and modern science, from the palaces of Venice and beyond, Diana and Matthew will finally learn what the witches discovered so many centuries ago.

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The Book of Life by Deborah Harkness has been praised for its rich, thrilling narrative and educational value, described as a captivating and romantic tale. The story's intelligent and unconventional approach has been noted for its appeal to fans of supernatural themes. The plot, enriched with elements of genetics, history, and romance, is fast-paced and engaging, capturing the imaginations of Harkness's fans. With its array of dynamic characters and an enchanting storytelling style, it delivers a quintessential supernatural adventure.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755384792

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Book Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 50.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 656

Collections

Deborah Harkness Fantasy Featured Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction New Release Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: All Souls

About the Author

Deborah Harkness is the number one Sunday Times bestselling author of A Discovery of Witches, Shadow of Night, The Book of Life, Time's Convert and The World of All Souls. A history professor at the University of Southern California, Harkness has received Fulbright, Guggenheim, and National Humanities Center fellowships. She lives in Los Angeles.

Follow Deborah Harkness on Twitter @DebHarkness and Instagram @debharkness, and visit www.deborahharkness.com and www.facebook.com/AuthorDeborahHarkness

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