The Black Witch
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Is their fate sealed in unholy darkness forever?
In the heart-pounding sequel to the gripping Annabel Horton series, find yourself transported to the chilling era of Jack the Ripper in 1888 London. Annabel's tireless quest to reunite with her missing husband, Michele, reaches its thrilling crescendo as she stumbles upon his long-lost whereabouts, only to fall into the clutches of the nefarious Black Witch.
Trapped in the sinister depths of White Chapel, The Black Witch's desperate struggle for the beauty taken from her in a fire takes a spine-tingling twist when the Devil himself enters the stage, seizing her with an iron grip. As death looms ominously, salvation seems elusive, until an unexpected ally emerges - the enigmatic Annabel Horton, harboring secrets of her own.
In a web spun with treachery and darkness, Annabel and her family are pushed to the brink of their sanity. Faced with impossible choices, they elicit the Black Witch's aid, praying she will relinquish her coveted freedom to assist them in outwitting the Devil's clutches.
Join Annabel Horton and The Black Witch on their gripping journey of suspense and sorcery as they battle the forces of evil, teetering on the brink of salvation or damnation.
Praise for this book
In recent years, I have become a big fan of historical fiction. I love how it can immerse you in a world so completely different from your own. 'Annabel Horton and the Black Witch of Pau' by Olivia Hardy Ray certainly took me to another time, to the murky streets of London, crippled by fear during the killing spree of Jack the Ripper. Annabel has a lot more to fear than the infamous serial killer. Her husband has found himself in the clutches of the Black Witch and will have to battle with the Devil himself if she wants to set him free.
I really enjoyed the 'Black Witch of Pau' it blended some many great genres, being a beautiful hybrid of historical fiction, sci-fi, supernatural fiction, and horror. It was well written, and a great take on the classic good vs. evil storyline. When I read this I didn't realise it was part of a series, but the other books are definitely on my ever-growing 'to read' list.
Annabel Horton and the Black Witch of Pau is the second book in the series and it is just as compelling as the first, by one of my new favourite authors. This book kept me wrapped up in Hardy’s world when I was reading and also when I was not, which for me is a sign of a well-written story. This book is a perfect read for those who love experimental genre hybrid pieces. I already recommended this to bookworm friends and will look out for others by Hardy in the future. 5 stars