Girl on the Golden Coin by Marci Jefferson

'A Secret History of Witches examines the bonds between mothers and daughters, and the power of hidden magic to quietly save the world, particularly as the world braces for another global war.'- Brit + Co 'Epic in scope and heartbreakingly tender in its portrayal of mothers and daughters.Recommended for fans of Nora Roberts and readers of feminist fantasy.'- Booklist A deeply satisfying and magical work of great craft.'- Carol Goodman, author of The Lake of Dead Languages 'A moving multigenerational saga about strong women who work behind the scenes to save the world from tyranny. depicts with visceral impact the roles of women in a male-centered world.'- Historical Novel Society 'At once sprawling and intimate, A Secret History of Witches deftly captures the greatest magic of all: the love between mothers and daughters.'- Jordanna Max Brodsky, author of The Wolf in the Whale 'Historical fiction at its absolute finest.Deliciously absorbing.'- Boston Globe Grounded and real, painful and hopeful at the same time.'- Laure Eve, author of The Graces

'A beautiful generational tale, reminiscent of Practical Magic if it had been set in various time periods, but much more expansive in scope. 'At once sprawling and intimate, A Secret History of Witches deftly captures the greatest magic of all: the love between mothers and daughters.' -Jordanna Max Brodsky, author of The Wolf in the Whale 'Historical fiction at its absolute finest.Deliciously absorbing.' -Boston Globe Grounded and real, painful and hopeful at the same time.' -Laure Eve, author of The Graces

A beautiful generational tale, reminiscent of Practical Magic. The lineage continues, though new generations struggle not only to master their power, but also to keep it hidden.īut when World War II looms on the horizon, magic is needed more urgently than ever - not for simple potions or visions, but to change the entire course of history. And when their youngest daughter comes of age, magic flows anew. A sweeping historical saga that traces five generations of fiercely powerful mothers and daughters - witches whose magical inheritance is both a dangerous threat and an extraordinary gift.Īfter Grand-Mere Ursule gives her life to save her family, their magic seems to die with her.Įven so, the Orchires fight to keep the old ways alive, practicing half-remembered spells and arcane rites in hopes of a revival.

Girl on the Golden Coin by Marci Jefferson