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A Discovery of Witches
The gripping first book in the magical All Souls series
Series: All Souls
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See moreFall under the spell of Diana and Matthew in the phenomenal first instalment in the runaway Number One Sunday Times bestselling All Souls series.
The phenomenal international bestseller and the first volume in the enthralling All SOULS trilogy, preceding SHADOW OF NIGHT and THE BOOK OF LIFE.
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When historian Diana Bishop opens an alchemical manuscript in the Bodleian Library, it's an unwelcome intrusion of magic into her carefully ordered life. Though Diana is a witch of impeccable lineage, the violent death of her parents while she was still a child convinced her that human fear is more potent than any witchcraft.
Now Diana has unwittingly exposed herself to a world she's kept at bay for years; one of powerful witches, creative, destructive daemons and long-lived vampires. Sensing the significance of Diana's discovery, the creatures gather in Oxford, among them the enigmatic Matthew Clairmont, a vampire geneticist.
Diana is inexplicably drawn to Matthew and, in a shadowy world of half-truths and old enmities, ties herself to him without fully understanding the ancient line they are crossing. As they begin to unlock the secrets of the manuscript and their feelings for each other deepen, so the fragile balance of peace unravels...
A Discovery of Witches explores how Diana and Matthew navigate this perilous path, fraught with ancient conflicts and unfolding mysteries.
Series: All Souls
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Shadow of Night
It began with A Discovery of Witches. Historian Diana Bishop, descended from a line of powerful witches, and long-lived vampire Matthew Clairmont have broken the laws dividing creatures. When Diana discovered a significant alchemical manuscript in the Bodleian Library, she sparked a struggle in which she became bound to Matthew. Now the fragile coexistence of witches, daemons, vampires, and humans...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Book of Life
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...PaperbackSold Out -
A Discovery of Witches
When historian Diana Bishop opens an alchemical manuscript in the Bodleian Library, it's an unwelcome intrusion of magic into her carefully ordered life. Though Diana is a witch of impeccable lineage, the violent death of her parents while she was still a child convinced her that human fear is more potent than any witchcraft. Now Diana has unwittingly exposed herself...PaperbackSold Out -
The Black Bird Oracle
The Black Bird Oracle gives us everything we've come to expect and love from Deborah Harkness's All Souls series. More magic, more lore, more politicking and discovery. 5* READER REVIEW: 'I cannot put into words how much I LOVED this book' 5* READER REVIEW: 'What a BOOK. Exactly what I needed in prep for witchy season' 'Haunting in every way....PaperbackSold Out -
Shadow of Night
Now a major Sky TV series. A Discovery of Witches Season 2 coming soon. Read the novel Season 2 is based on. Fall deeper under the spell of Diana and Matthew in the captivating second volume of the No.1 internationally bestselling All Souls trilogy, following A Discovery of Witches. Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Diana Gabaldon and J. K....PaperbackSold Out -
The Black Bird Oracle
The Black Bird Oracle, the highly anticipated fifth novel in Deborah Harkness's beloved All Souls series, weaves a tale of profound magic, familial secrets, and unyielding love. It all begins one fateful Friday afternoon when Diana Bishop, a witch and scholar, encounters a dying raven on the pavement. This ominous symbol comes with a cryptic invitation: 'It's time you came...PaperbackSold Out
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Deborah Harkness's novel is described as an intelligent and inventive addition to the supernatural genre, with an engaging blend of romance and fantasy. It features a mix of spells, desire, and adventure, presented with a captivating and page-turning style. Twilight fans will find it particularly irresistible due to its magical and romantic elements.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780755374045
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 September 2011
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Headline Book Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 48.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 480g
Pages: 704
About the Author
Deborah Harkness is a professor of history at USC, specializing in science and medicine in early modern Europe. And she really did once find a missing manuscript in the Bodleian Library! Visit her website: www.deborahharkness.com
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Shadow of Night
It began with A Discovery of Witches. Historian Diana Bishop, descended from a line of powerful witches, and long-lived vampire Matthew Clairmont have broken the laws dividing creatures. When Diana discovered a significant alchemical manuscript in the Bodleian Library, she sparked a struggle in which she became bound to Matthew. Now the fragile coexistence of witches, daemons, vampires, and humans...Paperback$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
Pre-orderThe Black Bird Oracle Deck: A 52-Card Deck and Guidebook
Diana Bishop's family oracle deck from the beloved novel The Black Bird Oracle comes to life in this magical 52-card deck from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Discovery of Witches, Deborah Harkness. The Black Bird Oracle Deck is a recreation of the seventeenth-century deck that plays a pivotal role in The Black Bird Oracle, the fifth novel in the beloved All Souls series. Handed...Cards$7000Unit price /UnavailableOut 1 Dec 2026Pre-order -
The Book of Life
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...PaperbackSold Out -
The Black Bird Oracle
The Black Bird Oracle gives us everything we've come to expect and love from Deborah Harkness's All Souls series. More magic, more lore, more politicking and discovery. 5* READER REVIEW: 'I cannot put into words how much I LOVED this book' 5* READER REVIEW: 'What a BOOK. Exactly what I needed in prep for witchy season' 'Haunting in every way....PaperbackSold Out -
The World of All Souls
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Time's Convert
Sunday Times Number One bestselling author Deborah Harkness returns to the spellbinding world she created in A DISCOVERY OF WITCHES with an unconventional love story. From human to vampire... Marcus Whitmore was made a vampire in the eighteenth century. Over two hundred years later, he finds himself in love with Phoebe Taylor, a human who decides to become a vampire...PaperbackSold Out -
Shadow of Night
Now a major Sky TV series. A Discovery of Witches Season 2 coming soon. Read the novel Season 2 is based on. Fall deeper under the spell of Diana and Matthew in the captivating second volume of the No.1 internationally bestselling All Souls trilogy, following A Discovery of Witches. Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Diana Gabaldon and J. K....PaperbackSold Out -
The Black Bird Oracle
The Black Bird Oracle, the highly anticipated fifth novel in Deborah Harkness's beloved All Souls series, weaves a tale of profound magic, familial secrets, and unyielding love. It all begins one fateful Friday afternoon when Diana Bishop, a witch and scholar, encounters a dying raven on the pavement. This ominous symbol comes with a cryptic invitation: 'It's time you came...PaperbackSold Out
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