A Dark and Secret Magic, A Novel By Wallis Kinney

In A Dark and Secret Magic, a warm and enchanting tale unfolds, weaving the timeless story of Hecate Goodwin, known as Kate, a hedge witch who thrives in her serene, solitary existence. Residing in a cozy cottage with only her loyal black cat for company, Kate spends her days foraging for herbs in the mystical Ipswich forest and crafting tinctures for her apothecary. Life is quiet and predictable—just the way she likes it.

However, her peaceful routine is disrupted when her estranged sister, Miranda, requests Kate to host the coven’s annual Halloween gathering, which also happens to fall on Kate’s birthday. The pressure to create a memorable celebration grows, and things take an unexpected turn when a familiar face from her past arrives: Matthew Cypher, a charming yet enigmatic man who practices forbidden magic and once tricked her. Torn between her duty as a hedge witch and her instincts to keep him at arm's length, Kate reluctantly takes him in.

As she prepares for the festivities, Kate uncovers a dark tome inscribed with a chilling blood-red message—written in the familiar handwriting of her recently deceased mother. Grappling with the secrets of her family’s past and the unsettling nature of dark magic, Kate turns to Matthew for assistance, blurring the lines of trust and affection. As they delve deeper into the mystery, Kate’s idealized memories of her mother unravel, forcing her to confront the truth about her lineage and the power of love that binds them all.

A Dark and Secret Magic is a spellbinding celebration of the Halloween season, a heartfelt tribute to witches at heart, and a reminder that sometimes the most potent magic lies within the bonds we forge. 📚❤️