Download or read book Cracking the Coven written by Doll (Heather) E. Piccotto and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There has been extensive writing and research into the fairy magic and witchcraft practices of the Early Modern Period in the 400-plus years between when Shakespeare's plays were performed and now--even including a tome on demonology by King James I himself. However, as witchcraft and fairy magic are distinctively female realms, with women making up 90% of accused witches and fairy magic being mainly related to domestic duties, one cannot accurately discuss these phenomena in the plays without addressing how they affect the female characters. This project examines the role of the supernatural in three of Shakespeare's plays, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, and The Winter's Tale, and how powerful groups of women are affected. By examining how Shakespeare uses these female-based supernatural powers in his plays, one can gain a greater understanding of how the women fit into the drama and, to a larger extent, how they were expected to fit into society. From the examination of the supernatural in these three plays, it can be concluded that Shakespeare uses fairy magic as a means to support patriarchy and keep women in their proper place within the realm of society. Witchcraft, by contrast, is a female-based power which undermines established patriarchal norms and must be destroyed to keep women from becoming too powerful.

Download or read book The Coven written by Lizzie Fry and published by Sphere. This book was released on 2021-02-25 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A compelling, prescient tale of an alternate world with far too many scary similarities to our own.' Angela Clarke Let me repeat myself, so we can be very clear. Women are not the enemy. We must protect them from themselves, just as much as we must protect ourselves. Imagine a world in which witchcraft is real. In which mothers hand down power to their daughters, power that is used harmlessly and peacefully. Then imagine that the US President is a populist demagogue who decides that all witches must be imprisoned for their own safety, as well as the safety of those around them - creating a world in which to be female is one step away from being criminal... As witches across the world are rounded up, one young woman discovers a power she did not know she had. It's a dangerous force and it puts her top of the list in a global witch hunt. But she - and the women around her - won't give in easily. Not while all of women's power is under threat. The Coven is a dazzling global thriller that pays homage to the power and potential of women everywhere. * 'A gripping and vividly drawn dystopian fantasy about the power and potential of women which feels easier to enjoy now Trump has gone.' Heat 'Thought-provoking and powerful. A big, page-turning thriller.' Paula Daly 'A real thrill ride.' Debbie Moon 'Dark, dangerous & powerful - I couldn't put it down' Michelle Kenney, author of The Book of Fire series 'Compelling, urgent and highly original as well as being a cracking read. I loved it.' Kate Hamer 'A barnstorming, breathless ride - The Handmaid's Tale by way of wicca and Witchfinder General. Thrillingly cinematic and compulsive reading.' Stephen Volk

Download or read book The Coven s Son written by Preston Allen and published by Gatekeeper Press. This book was released on 2020-08-14 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Dev gives birth to a baby boy who caused the floor to rumble, the walls to shake and the lights to flicker during delivery, she knows she is raising a witch. Oak was raised in a family coven, but witches don't need magic the way they did in the past. In order to suppress his powers from bursting at the seams, they find that raw garlic keeps his powers in check. Unfortunately, the consequences of smelling like garlic in high school takes a toll on your social life. While creating a magical pin that will replace the need to eat raw garlic, Oak stumbles upon a problem that needs to be solved. He is having visions of a false reality and it's getting him into trouble. With the help of his family and coven, they set off on a journey to discover why he is having these visions and find out what they need to do to stop them. The journey is long and hard, but they discover a secret about him and their families lineage that has been covered up for centuries. Join Oak on his adventure as he explores the ancient world of witchcraft, searching for answers while struggling to maintain a normal friendship with his best friend Kyle-Ray. If you love stories about magic, witchcraft, fantasy creatures and locations, or self discovery, you will love this book!

Download or read book The Coven s Secret written by Alicia Rades and published by Crystallite Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2019-12-26 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Alicia Rades pens an enchanting paranormal romance where witches summon powerful goddesses and warlocks battle dark forces. Gold Medal Winner in the Readers' Favorite International Book Awards! Love is a curse when you’re a witch. Nadine I thought witches were myth—until I moved to a secret town protected by magic. Turns out I’m a witch, and my powers will awaken on my nineteenth birthday. I’m sent to a magic academy, where I’ll learn about the coven and prepare to meet our goddess. It’s there that I meet Lucas, a sexy warlock with an attitude. I shouldn’t be attracted to a guy like him, but he’s a puzzle I can’t figure out—and I find that beyond irresistible. But there’s more on my mind than Lucas. If I don’t pass the goddess’s test to awaken my magic, I’ll be banished from the coven—and lose the only family I have left. Lucas I wasn’t supposed to inherit death magic, but here I am. They call me the Reaper’s Apprentice. I’m tasked with carrying the last thoughts of the dead to the afterlife when I die. It’s a burden that grows heavier by the day. Most thoughts are more depressing than I care to admit… except for one. I don’t know what it means, until Nadine shows up in town. She’s the one ray of hope to an otherwise dark gift, and I quickly find myself falling for her. But we can’t be together—because there’s a curse upon all reapers, and if Nadine falls for me, she’ll die. *** Magic, romance, and adventure collide in this spell-binding new adult urban fantasy series featuring witches, demons, and reapers! Cast spells, brew potions, and fall in love with sexy warlocks at Miriam College of Witchcraft. "Nadine and Lucas serve as the linchpins of The Coven's Secret, and Rades does an admirable job rounding them out with interesting, heartfelt—and, most importantly—relatable backstories." -The BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly "The story has a lot of action and plenty of twists - the ending will leave you wanting to read the next book straight away." -Anne-Marie Reynolds, Readers' Favorite ★★★★★ "The Coven’s Secret is a magical story that pulled me in from the first word and had me enthralled right up until the end." -Nancy Allen, The Avid Reader ★★★★★ "This was dark, mysterious, drama and angst filled, a touch romantic, tons magical and I can't wait for the next book so I can jump back into this world that I was not ready to leave! " -KRLGA, Smada's Book Smack ★★★★★ Cast a spell and order now to start reading today! This series takes place in the Hidden Legends Universe, along with the Academy of Magical Creatures series, the Prison for Supernatural Offenders series, and the University of Sorcery series. The Hidden Legends universe features college-aged protagonists attending magical academies, dual points-of-view, disabled and diverse main characters, and steamy, empowering romances. Each series stands on its own and can be read in any order. This is a full-length novel over 400 pages. Recommended reading age 18+

Download or read book The Ice Coven written by Max Seeck and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Investigator Jessica Niemi is in a race against time to find the link between a body with strange markings that has washed up on a frigid shore in Finland and two baffling disappearances in this terrifying new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Witch Hunter. Six months have passed since Jessica’s encounter with the mysterious serial-killing coven of witches and the death of her mentor. Her nightmares about her mother and the witchcraft that undid her have only gotten worse, but she’s doing what she can to stay focused. Her homicide squad, now under new leadership, has been given a murder case and a new series of disappearances to investigate. A young woman’s corpse has washed up on an icy beach, and two famous Instagram influencers have gone missing at the same time. The missing influencers and the murdered woman all have ties to a sinister cult. Jessica finds an eerie painting—of a lighthouse on a remote island—as she investigates, and under the picture is a gruesome poem detailing a murder. The nightmares about her mother suddenly seem all too real, making Jessica wonder if the dead woman might be trying to tell her something about the killings. And as Jessica works frantically to solve her latest case, her horrific past comes roaring back and threatens to destroy her.

Download or read book C Is for Coven written by Andrea Stein and published by . This book was released on 2021-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: C is for Coven is a reinterpretation of a classic alphabet book, matching each letter of the ABCs with a rhyming phrase that teaches kids about witchcraft.

Download or read book The Coven s Apprentice written by Jen Davenport and published by Jennifer Huey. This book was released on 2022-03-01 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When witch-apprentice Azami Durand discovers a banned book of dark magic that can kill, mixing salves and potions for old ladies becomes the last thing on her mind. Her coven believes the book will eradicate their members, but how is Azami supposed to resist the low hum of dark magic calling to her? Azami’s crush, Mila Hutchings, is the only person who might know how to manipulate the magic within the book. Mila agrees to help on one condition–clear the Hutching’s from the Coven’s list of banished families. As they uncover the truth about the book, a coven witch is found with her throat slit and a bright red kiss on her forehead. Mila and Azami become the number one suspects, but neither knows how to wield the book’s power. They must find the real murderer before they become the next victims.

Download or read book Coven s End written by Lia Davis and published by Davis Raynes Publishing Group, LLC. This book was released on 2020-07-06 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vampires and lycans have warred since the dawn of time. Mating between a vampire and a lycan is forbidden. A harem is unheard of. Until now. Meet Kane, Voss, Quin, and Jillian. When a new enemy threatens both the Coven and Pack, will it tear Jillian’s world apart or unite the two races, ending an ancient war?

Download or read book His Dark Magic written by Pat Esden and published by Lyrical Press. This book was released on 2018-12-11 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Its power is legendary. It can fulfill every impossible magical desire. But for one young witch seeking redemption, the Northern Circle coven will challenge her skills—and her heart—beyond measure. One tragic impulsive mistake made Chloe Winslow an outcast to her influential magic family. As a medical student, she wants to combine science with sorcery to heal those she hurt and right her wrongs. But brilliant, charismatic Devlin Marsh re-routes her plans with a once-in-eternity offer: membership in the exclusive Northern Circle, a mysterious Vermont coven known for pushing the limits. Enthralled by Devlin and their mesmerizing mutual attraction, Chloe makes a dangerous sacrifice to help the Circle’s high priestess awaken Merlin himself—and learn his timeless cures. But a foreshadowing soon causes Chloe to doubt the Circle's real motives, as well as Devlin’s . . . Now Merlin's demonic shade is loose in the human world, while Chloe and Devlin's uneasy alliance will pit them against ancient enemies, malevolent illusions, and shattering betrayal. And with the fate of two realms in the balance, Chloe must risk her untried power against a force she can't defeat—and a passion that could destroy her. Praise for Pat Esden and her Dark Heart Novels “Esden creates a world of incredible atmosphere.” —RT Book Reviews “This is a fantastic book. Pat Esden is extremely skilled at creating a tense atmosphere and spooky setting. I’d recommend this book to anyone who likes a good story with suspense, romance, and a super cool world.” —Pintip Dunn, New York Times bestselling author, on A Hold on Me “It's a unique paranormal twist on the gothic novel, complete with old family secrets, bloody dilemmas, steamy guy with hidden truths, all set in an vast manor built along the foggy shores of Maine. For anyone in love with Daphne du Maurier. Or if you're just tired of the same old paranormal fodder out there, this one is a nice and refreshing read.” —Rachel A. Marks on A Hold on Me

Download or read book The Coven s Grove Chronicles written by Virginia Hunter and published by Grove Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-08-02 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building friendships isn’t easy… building a coven is even harder. The Coven’s Grove Chronicles is a saga about the gathering of thirteen women who possess extraordinary powers. Witches all, they must come together in a sisterhood that will nurture and protect them. The secrets of the arcane will be unlocked for each, if they survive long enough to learn. Join them on their journeys of discovery and hardship, and of course, to meet the dashing men they find along the way. The first three books of the Coven's Grove Chronicles, Alix, Hannah, and Cassie have been wrapped up into one boxed set for your enjoyment and convenience. Be sure to check out the other books in the series!

Download or read book The Light Through the Cracks written by Jeremy Rubinstein and published by Jeremy Rubinstein . This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the morning of his 39th birthday, Dr. Robert Haden kisses his wife goodbye and heads in for his shift on the intensive care unit at Sisters of Mercy Medical Center. The next thing he knows he is waking up to find himself stranded in the middle of the wilderness and paralyzed from the waist down. With a wrecked ATV and the rotting corpse of a total stranger as the only clues of what happened, Dr. Haden must now figure out how to survive long enough to crawl his way back to civilization – all while remembering the horrible events that brought him here.

Download or read book For Better Or Cursed written by Kate Williams and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When the Synod, the Sitterhood's governing circle, calls a once-in-a-generation Summit, Esme should be excited to get the answers she wants, but she is struck, instead, by a building sense of panic.

Download or read book The Coven s Executioner An Urban Fantasy Thriller Myth Magic Book 2 written by S. W. Millar and published by Tagline Publishing. This book was released on 2022-02-03 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He swore an oath to deliver justice. But the truth will make him question everything. Henry Stone is COVEN's most lethal weapon. An executioner tasked with hunting down anyone who breaks the witching world's laws. Ruthless, relentless, and fuelled by a thirst for revenge, Henry never misses a target… Until a mission goes terribly wrong and a pair of dangerous magical criminals escape with The Cursed Crown of King Arthur. As Henry races to recover the stolen crown before it falls into the wrong hands, he uncovers a devastating secret that shatters the very foundations of his world. Torn between duty and betrayal, Henry must decide how far he'll go to uncover the truth. Faced with impossible choices, this hardened executioner will stop at nothing to make things right. Even if it costs him his life. Magic and myth collide in this gritty, action-packed urban fantasy thriller. Perfect for fans of Jim Butcher, Ben Aaronovitch, and Benedict Jacka. Buy your copy now and join Henry on his toughest mission yet!

Download or read book Through the Cracks written by Trish Avery and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2017-09-12 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trish was born knowing who she was at a young age. She came to this world with abilities all of us who are born into this world have but, due to free will, we are mainstreamed and soon forget these abilities. Trish slipped through the cracks, and she carried her abilities through life. They were her means of survival. The touch of ones hand told her if she could trust someone. Astral traveling gave her the escape, and speaking with spirits gave her the comfort of friends. As she journeys from foster home to foster home, she soon finds that she is different in a world full of labels. Her story takes you on a journey of self-discovery and a fight to be who she is through pain, rejection, drama, death, judgment, and even love. As this true story unfolds, it teaches us that being different and embracing our true self has rewards beyond imaginable.

Download or read book Aurora s Coven written by K.A Knight and published by Covey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2018-10-21 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I have a secret. Darkness exists. I try to hide, but where can I go when it lives inside me? On the run from those who want to kill me, I’ve made an uneasy alliance and found a new home. Everything is going just fine until a coven of witches walk into the pub where I work. Broody, sexy, and scary as hell, I’m determined to avoid them, no matter how much attraction sizzles between us. But Ezra, Alexander, Jason, and Benjamin have no intention of leaving me alone. They’re the council’s finest hunters, and they recognize the darkness that lives inside me, even if they don’t know what it is. They’re in town on a mission and agree to hold off turning me in. Which means I have limited time to convince them I’m not a bad person. The darkness inside me is growing, though, and when it breaks free in public, I’ll be forced to face the consequence. The only question is, can I trust these men who I feel a bond with, or will it lead to my destruction? p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica; min-height: 14.0px}

Download or read book Betrayer written by Marla Fair and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Morgan's epic journey comes to an end. All the while deep within his iron stronghold Maaz brooded, puzzling over the choices his brother had made. Forming strategies and just as quickly discarding them, weighing one risk against the other, balancing them all against the moment he most feared and desired... Morgan is coming. Will Morgan ask the question, or will she take the Black Hand?

Download or read book Cracked Line written by Ann Gimpel and published by Ann Gimpel Books, LLC. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vampires don’t fall in love. Except I did. Not the best decision of my long life. I definitely cracked an unspoken line, but Ariana trounced me as far as line-crossing went. Very few acts constitute crimes in Vampire circles. Hers was the worst. I fled to the Old Country to buy myself thinking time. I still loved her, but what she’d done was so vile I couldn’t set it aside. The world is a very different place from when I went into stasis. I woke to wars on every side. Vampires are scarcely strangers to battle. No one’s ever accepted us, but they’ve mostly let us be. It’s different this time. Very different. Mortals won’t rest until they’ve wiped out magic. Normally, their efforts would be laughable, but they’ve coopted help from mages. Ones they’ve imprisoned and systematically stripped of power until the poor sods would agree to anything in exchange for their freedom—and their magic. We face huge problems, but I’m tackling them one by one. I’ll return to Ariana’s side, but perhaps only as her comrade-in-arms. Time will tell if we can be more to each other. Time and circumstances. In a world without magic, Vampires will wither along with every other magic-wielder. I cannot let that happen.