Discovery of Witches: Novel

A Discovery of Witches, the first book in Deborah Harkness's popular All Souls Series, has been described as a "wonderfully imaginative grown-up fantasy with all the magic of Harry Potter and Twilight" by People. The book has gained immense popularity and has captivated fans worldwide.

Now, a television adaptation of the book has been created, described as a "hot show that’s like Twilight meets Outlander" by Thrillist. The show is currently airing on AMC and BBC America, as well as available for streaming on platforms like Sundance Now and Shudder.

The story follows Diana Bishop, a young scholar and descendant of witches, who stumbles upon a long-lost and enchanted alchemical manuscript, known as Ashmole 782, hidden deep within Oxford's Bodleian Library. The discovery of this manuscript leads to the emergence of a fantastical underworld, which Diana explores with her love interest, vampire geneticist Matthew Clairmont.

Harkness's creation of this magical universe has been compared to the works of Anne Rice, Diana Gabaldon, and Elizabeth Kostova. Her storytelling combines elements of magic, passion, and suspense, with a depth that reflects her background as a scholar. The series continues with book two, Shadow of Night, book three, The Book of Life, and the fourth installment, Time’s Convert.

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