Hekate's Return
A Deep History of Witchcraft
by Mark Harris
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Pub Date Oct 31 2023 | Archive Date Nov 30 2023
Description
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Hekate's Return is for readers who enjoyed Circe, The Broken Earth Trilogy, and other character-driven fantasy with rich story worlds.
A Bronze-age matriarchal
Witch society empowered
by Hekate’s magic.
A god with a taste for Witch blood.
A battle for the future.
Before the age of man, Hekate gave magic to the Witch race. For centuries, the Witches thrived in their Lost City, then in their Mountain Hold.
Then came the Dark Emperor's betrayal. The Empress of Witches barely escaped with her life. Now, she leads her people through the wilderness, doing her best to keep hope alive.
The perfect situation for a god looking to take advantage.
The bull-god Apis sends his followers to steal Witch children. But why does a god want children who have magic in their blood?
The Empress of Witches is in an impossible position. Her people are in no shape to battle a god.
But others disagree. The Immortal Twins, daughters of the goddess Diana and the most powerful Witches to ever walk the Earth, say they must rescue the children, or what kind of people are they?
Advance Praise
“An exemplary cast fuels this engaging mythical tale…shocking deaths, betrayals, and a smashing denouement that leaves room for further adventures with these splendid characters.”
-KIRKUS REVIEWS
“An exemplary cast fuels this engaging mythical tale…shocking deaths, betrayals, and a smashing denouement that leaves room for further adventures with these splendid characters.”
-KIRKUS REVIEWS
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798988257509 |
| PRICE | $21.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 468 |
Links
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 968180
This was a simply amazing read I enjoyed every single moment and found myself to be totally blown away by both the characters and the plot which was so innovative and so cleverly written.
Aaron S, Reviewer
Thanks Mark, & Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.
I've read a ton of fantasy, but never any that Truly focused on witches.
Thanks for the unique book, with engaging characters, twisty story and memorable plot.
I would recommend this book.
Meredith D, Reviewer
I had a hard time keeping up with this book, the POV seemed to be inconsistent so I never felt like I could understand what was truly going on. I ended up skimming a very large portion of this. I thought the idea sounded really interesting but I personally couldn’t get past the changing perspectives. I do think anyone who enjoyed Circe would truly enjoy this one; the feel was similar.
Nichole S, Reviewer
Devoured this book in one sitting. It started with action right off the bat . Amazing world building and plot. It was a really fun quick read and the characters were interesting. I think the cover doesn't do justice to this amazing story about Hekate's magick and the history of the witches.
Really enjoyed it!
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