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The Harwood Spellbook

Powerful Women. Magical Romance. Enter the World of The Harwood Spellbook

In 19th century Angland, hard-headed ladies rule the political realm while the more emotional gentlemen see to magic…but of course, no one likes to always follow the rules!

“If you haven’t read this series, you’re missing out on a delightful world.”
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Snowspelled: Volume I of The Harwood Spellbook

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In a very different version of 19th-century England, Cassandra Harwood is trapped in a snowbound house party deep in the elven dales, surrounded by bickering gentleman magicians, manipulative lady politicians, a menacing elf-lord…and, worst of all, her infuriatingly stubborn ex-fiancé, who refuses to understand that she’s given him up for his own good.

A frothy, fun romantic fantasy novella which begins a brand-new series. Published September 4, 2017.

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Spellswept (a Prequel to The Harwood Spellbook)

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A prequel to The Harwood Spellbook in which rising politician Amy Standish finds all of her careful plans thrown into turmoil by her introduction to the unconventional Harwood family. This novella contains forbidden romance, dangerous magic, and political intrigue in an underwater ballroom…so what could possibly go wrong? ;)

First published in the anthology The Underwater Ballroom Society, Spellswept is now only available as an individual ebook and paperback.

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Thornbound: Volume II of The Harwood Spellbook

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Cassandra Harwood scandalized her nation when she became the first woman magician in Angland. Now, she’s ready to teach a whole new generation of bright young women at the Thornfell College of Magic…

Until a sinister fey altar is discovered in the school library, the ruling Boudiccate decides to shut down Thornfell, and Cassandra’s husband is torn away from her. Now Cassandra must fight the greatest battle of her life to save her love, her school, and the future of the young women of Angland.

Published February 25, 2019.

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Moontangled: A Harwood Spellbook Novella

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Take one ambitious politician and one determined magician with wildly different aims for their next meeting. Add a secret betrothal, a family scandal, and a heaping of dangerous fey magic in an enchanted wood…and watch the sparks fly!

Published February 3, 2020.

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The Shadow Books

Imagine that the 18th and 19th century histories that have been passed down to us were only part of the real story – and behind the pages of our history books, dark alchemy was actually influencing every historical event…

Masks and Shadows

The year is 1779, and Carlo Morelli, the most renowned castrato singer in Europe, has been invited as an honored guest to Eszterháza Palace. With Carlo in Prince Nikolaus Esterházy’s carriage, ride a Prussian spy and one of the most notorious alchemists in the Habsburg Empire. Already at Eszterháza is Charlotte von Steinbeck, the very proper sister of Prince Nikolaus’s mistress. Music, magic, and blackmail mingle in a plot to assassinate the Habsburg Emperor and Empress – a plot that can only be stopped if Carlo and Charlotte can see through the masks worn by everyone they meet.

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Congress of Secrets

In 1814, the Congress of Vienna has just begun. Diplomats battle over a new map of Europe, actors vie for a chance at glory, charming conman Michael Steinhüller plans his riskiest scheme yet…and hidden among the celebrating aristocrats and royals of the continent is a woman with a dark, alchemical secret. The sinister forces that shattered Karolina Vogl’s childhood still rule Vienna behind a glittering façade of balls and salons, Michael’s plan is fraught with danger, and both of their disguises are more fragile than they realize. What price will they pay to the darkness if either of them is to survive?

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