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Paula Brackston
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The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish is book one in New York Times bestselling author Paula Brackston's new magic-infused series about Hecate Cavendish, an eccentric and feisty young woman who can see ghosts.
England, 1881. Hereford Cathedral stands sentinel over the city, keeping its secrets, holding long forgotten souls in its stony embrace. Hecate Cavendish speeds through the cobbled streets on her bicycle, skirts hitched daringly high, heading for her new life as Assistant Librarian. But this is no ordinary collection of books. The cathedral houses an ancient chained library, wisdom guarded for centuries, mysteries and stories locked onto its worn, humble shelves. The most prized artifact, however, is the medieval world map which hangs next to Hecate’s desk. Little does she know how much the curious people and mythical creatures depicted on it will come to mean to her. Nor does she suspect that there are lost souls waiting for her in the haunted cathedral. Some will become her dearest friends. Some will seek her help in finding peace. Others will put her in great peril, and, as she quickly learns, threaten the lives of everyone she loves.
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Critic reviews
"Brackston seamlessly blends horror, fantasy, and mystery...readers with a penchant for gothic fantasy won’t want to miss this."—Publisher's Weekly
"Hecate Cavendish is a breath of fresh air—a young woman who knows her own mind and is prepared to swim against the tides of her time—and ours. Her capacity to explore the reaches of reality with courage and panache is a delight. This is a charming, uplifting, lyrical read, a perfect antidote to the roller-coaster angst of our times."—Manda Scott, Author of The Boudica Dreaming Series
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In the not-too-distant future, a 21-member crew launches from Earth. Their mission: to establish a temporary colony on Mars. Little do they know that colony will become permanent–and the last stand of the human race. Because, without warning, every single person left on Earth simply...vanishes. Now, a thousand years later, the resources needed to sustain life are running out, and the very existence of the Mars colony is threatened. Humankind has only one option–to return to its home planet.
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It was ok.
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- mel buckner
- 08-27-24
Too weird.
The narrator talks like she’s doing a 1940’s SNL skit. Even when I slow it down it’s weird.
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- Tommy
- 09-20-24
Another great one by P. Brackston
Oh my this book! Of course I should start by saying I have listened to all of Paula Brackston’s books & I absolutely love them all! This new one did not disappoint. Set in England in 1881 it has great historical places, infused with magic, ghosts, possessions, mysterious deaths, new love, old money, libraries. It’s wonderful! The narration is great! I can’t wait for the next one.
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- Amazon Customer
- 10-09-24
Amazing
loved the entire book! from start to end kept my interest without fail and the anticipation of more to come
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- TG
- 07-28-24
Another winner by Paula Brackston!
Paula Brackston does not disappoint with this book. I can’t wait for Part 2 in the series!
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- Larissa
- 08-18-24
Another lovely masterpiece!
Paula has once again knocked one out of the park with this new series. Hecate is a lively and exciting character and I cannot wait to read more books about her and her adventures and peril. Paula is an amazing author and I love all her works! But the book but the audible!
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- Ann Marie Brock
- 10-04-24
Good Story
I liked the story. The narration was a little off to me. I’m not sure if it’s the way the narrator read it or if it was something in the editing process but I had to check several times that I had not accidentally sped it up. There are many times where the speaking sounds almost as if it’s on fast forward. Her voice and inflection were fine it was just the speed that was off.
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- Patrick Smith
- 07-25-24
Exciting!!
Characters, storyline, narrator, all brilliant! Paula Brackston is an amazing author who brings her characters to life and drag you in to the story, every time!
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- Gaile S.
- 08-14-24
Brave Hecate
I absolutely loved this book. Paula once again wrote an amazing story of magic. I can't wait for the next!!
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- Sprucemoose2013
- 08-31-24
Paula Can Do No Wrong
I’ve read all of her library and have been waiting (not so patiently) for this one. It did not disappoint and I absolutely loved it. I love the magic and just enough mystery to keep me guessing.
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- Natasha Younts
- 08-31-24
Well developed characters
Entertaining and enjoyable I am looking forward to the continuation of the storyline. Wonderful author and narrator.
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