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  • The Great Witch of Brittany

  • A Novel
  • By: Louisa Morgan
  • Narrated by: Polly Lee
  • Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (808 ratings)

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The Great Witch of Brittany

By: Louisa Morgan
Narrated by: Polly Lee
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Set in the late 1700s, a tale of magic and fate, triumph and heartbreak, and the powerful bonds between mothers and daughters unfolds in this spellbinding novel from a master storyteller.

Brittany, 1762

There hasn’t been a witch born in the Orchière clan for generations. According to the elders, that line is dead, leaving the clan vulnerable to the whims of superstitious villagers and the prejudices of fearmongering bishops.

Ursule Orchière has been raised on stories of the great witches of the past. But the only magic she knows is the false spells her mother weaves over the gullible women who visit their fortune-telling caravan. Everything changes when Ursule comes of age and a spark of power flares to life. Thrilled to be chosen, she has no idea how magic will twist and shape her future.

Guided by an ancient grimoire and the whispers of her ancestors, Ursule is destined to walk the same path as the great witches of old. But first, the Orchière magical lineage must survive. And danger hovers over her, whether it’s the bloodlust of the mob or the flames of the pyre.

Return to the world of A Secret History of Witches with the bewitching tale of Ursule Orchière and her discovery of magical abilities that will not only change the course of her life but every generation that comes after her.

For more from Louisa Morgan, check out:

A Secret History of Witches

The Witch's Kind

The Age of Witches

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Fabulous story that is perfectly narrated

Louise Morgan doesn't disappoint with her best book yet. The story is riveting and endearing as it completes the circle. Ursule's life is magical and fascinating. I'll listen to it again and again.

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Very engaging

This is a well told story of a life lived that's full of hardships, discrimination, fear, yet great familial love. I really enjoyed the story of Asul and some historical customs of a fascinating people who were so misunderstood.

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I truly enjoyed listening to this audio book.

I'm not into witches stories, but this one is very well done and interesting. Easy listening, interesting and endearing characters, a little bit of history, a nice window into a long gone century with its beliefs and superstitions.

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A great read or listen.. all stars

A lovely book and an excellent tribute to the wandering gypsies of European history. The gypsies have always been hunted and haunted for many centuries. From ancient times right up through the 20th century. 5 stars: great story telling and unforgettable characters. In

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Truly Magickal!

Has moved to the top of my BEST Audiobook experience! I absolutely LOVED IT! I have already ordered the other books Louisa Morgan has written! She made me feel like I was there. She gives just the right amount of details. Polly Lee, the narrator, brings the characters alive!

Superb!!!

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And end to an enjoyable series

This book is beautifully written and made me sad when finished because I love the story and the characters. I cannot recommend this book enough.

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Loved this book

I rarely write reviews as a typical reader listener! This book has such unique cultural epithets. If you practice the witch lore or love every single thing about the essence, this is a book for you.

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Another Good One

I loved Ursule's story. It was a nice journey through the lives of all the aunts too...

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Beautifully written

This was my 2nd time listening and I loved it both times. I am sure I will listen to it many more times, it's such a great story

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Beautifully written with outstanding narration

I am enjoying this series and this book ties together perfectly the first book in the series. I Love the descriptive writing, and amazing narration.It is a leap thru time and the evocative emotions of the characters as well as the miraculous way the trials and challenges ushers the reader thru the story.I felt so involved with the entire melange of this second book I actually was drawn thru the portal she creates to take us into our own escapes. Wonderful reading.

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