Book description
English fantasy at its best, The Dragon-Charmer follows the exciting
debut from Jan Siegel, Prospero's Children.
Twelve years have passed since the traumatic events that took place in
Prospero's Children, and it seems that Fern Capel has almost succeeded
in putting aside the memory of that magical, terrifying summer, when she
fought a witch, fell in love, and made a deal with a demon. More
tellingly, she has denied the ancient heritage that will allow her
mastery of the Gift.
But the past is about to catch up with her. Fern is soon to marry the
academic and media personality, Marcus Greig - some twenty years her
senior - and he has decided that they should hold the wedding at the
Capels' summer home in Yarrowdale. When Fern returns to the house with
her best friend, Gaynor, ancient forces are awoken once more, and Fern
will find that she is once again forced to choose between love and destiny.
The Dragon-Charmer continues the lyrical, richly atmospheric and
enthralling tale begun in Prospero's Children. Spellbinding in its
depiction of places both familiar and strange, of characters both
magical and sinister, it is classic English fantasy at its finest. '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 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.
