SPELLWRIGHT

A lonely 18-year-old spellwright becomes embroiled in scandal when she endeavors to find her mother’s spellbook and ends up the main suspect in the case of a stolen grimoire.

Fia Ives’ magic is “rather fickle,” and ever since her mother’s death, their spellshop has gone quiet, much like Fia’s life. Until the night she breaks into the Thistledown archives seeking a spell strong enough to lead her to her mother’s missing spellbook. Unfortunately, Fia is accused of stealing a powerful grimoire from the archives and using it to unleash curses all over town. Needing time to clear her name, she advertises for a helper at the shop, and Penbrook, a cursed young man around her age from the wealthy Madbury family, applies. Thanks to magician Penbrook’s presence, the spellshop draws in customers—and Fia doesn’t feel alone anymore. But she’s determined to find the grimoire and use it both to prove her innocence and save Penbrook from his curse. Along the way, Fia discovers that people aren’t always who they seem, and sometimes ordinary moments are the most magical. This beautifully written coming-of-age story with leads who are cued white poignantly explores loss and self-discovery. Quirky, lovable Fia is filled with grit and determination, while handsome Penbrook is clever and amusing; their relationship will steal hearts. The quick pacing and intricate narrative puzzle with its web of connections will keep readers turning pages.

A well-wrought story that skillfully blends magic, mystery, and the spellbinding power of love.