Bøger af Emilia Hart

Kate, 2019: Kate flygter fra sin voldelige kæreste i London til det lille, faldefærdige hus Weyward Cottage, som hun har arvet fra sin grandtante Violet. Her opdager Kate en omhyggeligt bevogtet hemmelighed, der fører hende dybt ind i sine forfædres historie, helt tilbage til heksejagternes tid.Violet, 1942: Violet elsker træer og insekter og drømmer om at blive naturforsker. Men samfundets konventioner og en streng far er en spændetrøje om hende. Hun savner sin afdøde mor, der rygtes at være blevet gal og som det eneste har efterladt Violet en medaljon med bogstavet W indgraveret. På Violets værelse er navnet Weyward ridset ind i panelet.Altha, 1619: Altha er anklaget for hekseri og for at have dræbt en fribonde. Hun er kendt i landsbyen for at leve et afsondret liv med en særlig forbindelse til dyr og for at hjælpe mennesker i nød med helbredende urter. Altha gav sin mor et løfte om at holde noget skjult for ikke at blive bragt i stor fare. Men nu risikerer hun alligevel galgen …

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAn Indie Next March 2023 Pick . A LibraryReads March 2023 Pick . An Amazon "Best Books of the Year So Far" 2023 Pick"A brave and original debut, Weyward is a spellbinding story about what may transpire when the natural world collides with a legacy of witchcraft." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The London Séance SocietyI am a Weyward, and wild inside.2019: Under cover of darkness, Kate flees London for ramshackle Weyward Cottage, inherited from a great aunt she barely remembers. With its tumbling ivy and overgrown garden, the cottage is worlds away from the abusive partner who tormented Kate. But she begins to suspect that her great aunt had a secret. One that lurks in the bones of the cottage, hidden ever since the witch-hunts of the 17th century.1619: Altha is awaiting trial for the murder of a local farmer who was stampeded to death by his herd. As a girl, Altha's mother taught her their magic, a kind not rooted in spell casting but in a deep knowledge of the natural world. But unusual women have always been deemed dangerous, and as the evidence for witchcraft is set out against Altha, she knows it will take all of her powers to maintain her freedom.1942: As World War II rages, Violet is trapped in her family's grand, crumbling estate. Straitjacketed by societal convention, she longs for the robust education her brother receives--and for her mother, long deceased, who was rumored to have gone mad before her death. The only traces Violet has of her are a locket bearing the initial W and the word weyward scratched into the baseboard of her bedroom.Weaving together the stories of three extraordinary women across five centuries, Emilia Hart's Weyward is an enthralling novel of female resilience and the transformative power of the natural world.

2019: Under cover of darkness, Kate flees London for ramshackle Weyward Cottage, inherited from a great aunt she barely remembers. With its tumbling ivy and overgrown garden, the cottage is worlds away from the abusive partner who tormented Kate. But she begins to suspect that her great aunt had a secret. One that lurks in the bones of the cottage, hidden ever since the witch-hunts of the 17th century... 1619: Altha is awaiting trial for the murder of a local farmer who was stampeded to death by his herd. As a girl, Altha's mother taught her their magic, a kind not rooted in spell casting but in a deep knowledge of the natural world. But unusual women have always been deemed dangerous, and as the evidence for witchcraft is set out against Altha, she knows it will take all of her powers to maintain her freedom... 1942: As World War II rages, Violet is trapped in her family's grand, crumbling estate. Straitjacketed by societal convention, she longs for the robust education her brother receives, and for her mother, long deceased, who was rumored to have gone mad before her death. The only traces Violet has of her are a locket bearing the initial W and the word weyward scratched into the baseboard of her bedroom.

A riveting debut that explores witchcraft and female intuitive powers, told over five centuries through three connected women, for fans of Kate Morton, Diane Setterfield, and Sarah Perry.

Introducing 'Weyward,' a captivating novel by the talented Emilia Hart. Published by ST MARTINS PR in 2023, this book has quickly become a must-read in its genre. 'Weyward' takes you on an unforgettable journey, filled with twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Emilia Hart's masterful storytelling brings the characters to life, making you feel a part of their world. The book's genre lends itself to a unique blend of mystery and suspense, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a good thrill. Published in 2023, 'Weyward' is a testament to Emilia Hart's ability to craft a compelling narrative that captivates readers from the first page to the last. Brought to you by ST MARTINS PR, a publisher known for quality literature, this book is sure to be a great addition to your collection.