Boxing Day Sale is live! Up to 20% off 2000+ Books

Half a Soul

Howl's Moving Castle meets Bridgerton in this cosy Regency fantasy romance
4.05 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating.
( 72,393 ratings, 14,430 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater combines Regency England charm with magical fantasy elements. The story follows Dora, who possesses only half a soul, leading her to be emotionally detached. When she encounters the mysterious and somewhat brooding Lord Sorcier, she's drawn into a world of enchantment and danger, as they work together to unravel a magical curse.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$2600
Elsewhere:
$2799
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 3-4 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this enchanting tale if you love stories that blend magic with Regency-era charm. This book offers a unique take on fae lore, intertwined with witty dialogue and a touch of romance, perfect for those who appreciate a mix of fantasy and Jane Austen-like settings.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Half a Soul

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

'Whimsical but never frivolous, sweet but not sugary, deeply kind rather than merely nice. I loved it' — Alix E. Harrow

It's difficult to find a husband in Regency England when you're a young lady with only half a soul.

Ever since she was cursed by a faerie, Theodora Ettings has had no sense of fear or embarrassment—a condition which makes her prone to accidental scandal. Dora hopes to be a quiet, sensible wallflower during the London Season, but when the strange, handsome, and utterly uncouth Lord Sorcier discovers her condition, she is instead drawn into dangerous and peculiar faerie affairs.

If Dora's reputation can survive both her curse and her sudden connection with the least-liked man in all of high society, then she may yet reclaim her normal place in the world. However, the longer Dora spends with Elias Wilder, the more she begins to suspect that one may indeed fall in love, even with only half a soul.

Bridgerton meets Howl's Moving Castle in this enchanting historical fantasy, where the only thing more meddlesome than faeries is a marriage-minded mother.

Pick up Half a Soul, and be stolen away into Olivia Atwater's charming, magical version of Regency England!

Praise for Olivia Atwater:

'A delightful, romantic romp that also deftly examines class and privilege, Half a Soul is the definition of a comfort read' — Hannah Whitten, author of For the Wolf

Half a Soul is a perfect historical fantasy romance: warm, sparkling with magic, dangerous and delightful. I absolutely adored it.' — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne

'A hugely enjoyable take on the Regency. . . I wolfed this down with great pleasure.' — KJ Charles

'Smart and subversive, these charming romances will ignite your heart—and your hope.' — Shelley Parker-Chan, author of She Who Became the Sun

'Whimsical, witty, and brimming over with charm. . . Dora and the Lord Sorcier have a place amongst my favourite fantasy romance couples ever.' — India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels

Half a Soul is exactly the comfort read we all need. This winsome, whimsical fantasy romance has much to say about privilege, justice, and the power of empathy, even as it sweeps you off your feet in the swooniest way possible.' — Megan Bannen, author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy

Series: Regency Faerie Tales

View all

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?

Half a Soul by Olivia Atwater receives praise for its unique blend of Regency romance and magical elements. Reviewers often highlight its charming setting and well-developed characters, noting that the book delivers a light-hearted yet thoughtful exploration of societal norms. The enchanting story and witty dialogue appear to capture readers' imaginations and foster a strong sense of enjoyment.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780356518763

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orbit

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Olivia Atwater writes whimsical historical fantasy with a hint of satire. She lives in Montreal, Quebec with her fantastic, prose-inspiring husband and her two cats. When she told her second-grade history teacher that she wanted to work with history someday, she is fairly certain this isn't what either party had in mind. She has been, at various times, a historical re-enactor, a professional witch at a metaphysical supply store, a web developer, and a vending machine repairperson.

Also by Olivia Atwater

View all

More from Sci-Fi & Fantasy

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.