Book description
Witch's Honour concludes the lyrical, richly atmospheric and
enthralling tale begun in Prospero's Children and continued in The
Dragon-Charmer. Spellbinding in its depiction of places both familiar
and strange, of characters both magical and sinister, it is classic
English fantasy at its finest.
He sat outside the light. Neither moonbeam nor starfire reached his
unseen features. All she could see was the hint of a glimmer in narrowed
eyes. Perhaps he smiled. 'I knew you would come to me,' he said, 'in the end.'
It is New Year's Eve, and the start of the third millennium, and in
celebration tonight the ancient house of Wrokeby will host a masked
ball. However, among the invited guests in their exotic finery walks one
who does not belong. A witch has come to Wrokeby, seeking power, seeking
revenge. Her first victim is Dana Walgrim, daughter of the host, who
suddenly collapses at the party, dead to the world.
Dana is plunged into a mysterious coma, and her brother, Lucas, is
losing hope until he learns of a similar case. The patient's name is
Fernanda Capel.
Suppressing her wild talents, Fern has established a successful career
in PR. But the magic of the Gift will not so easily be laid aside, and
now she is plagued by a recurring nightmare: of being drawn to the
pinnacle of an immense Dark Tower to meet a flame-eyed shadow-figure,
and signing an unholy alliance in blood.
Lucas tracks Fern down; but when they meet she is convinced that they
have met before… Intrigued, Fern decides to help Lucas save his sister.
With the aid of her brother, Will, her friend, Gaynor, and the enigmatic
Ragginbone, Fern draws upon all her power as a witch to try to bring
Dana back.
Fern and Lucas soon find themselves in a deadly confrontation with the
new occupant of Wrokeby. As the stakes are raised, and losses are
sustained on both sides, she discovers that appearances are deceptive,
and that not everyone is to be trusted. And perhaps this time, Fern will
find herself engaged in a battle she cannot win. Praise for Jan Siegel:
Prospero's Children:
'A piece of pure magic - a charming, eccentric and powerfully
imaginative work of fantasy which will enchant readers for years to come'
Clive Barker
'A lyrical, captivating first novel of mermaids, magic, lost worlds,
and found souls. Once read, this book will not be forgotten'
Terry Brooks
The Dragon-Charmer:
'Lively, erudite and often poetic… as before, she paints her characters
and setting deftly, and successfully creates a spooky atmosphere'
Starburst
'Siegel takes the stuff of great children's fantasy and recasts it as a
satisfying story for adults. This and its predecessor, Prospero's
Children, remind us what fantasy is for'
Dreamwatch Jan Siegel has already lived through one lifetime - during
which she travelled the world and supported herself through a variety of
professions, including that of actress, barmaid, garage hand, laboratory
assistant, journalist and model. Her new life is devoted to her writing,
but she also finds time to ride, ski and attend the opera.
