From Bad to Cursed
(Sprache: Englisch)
Opposites attract in this wickedly charming rom-com by the author of Payback's a Witch.
Wild child Isidora Avramov is a lover of elaborate tattoos, all things demonic, and also cuddly animals. When she's not designing costumes for the Arcane Emporium's...
Wild child Isidora Avramov is a lover of elaborate tattoos, all things demonic, and also cuddly animals. When she's not designing costumes for the Arcane Emporium's...
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Opposites attract in this wickedly charming rom-com by the author of Payback's a Witch.Wild child Isidora Avramov is a lover of elaborate tattoos, all things demonic, and also cuddly animals. When she's not designing costumes for the Arcane Emporium's fortune-tellers and its haunted house, Issa is rescuing animals and fostering them. She and Rowan Thorn have known each other since they both volunteered at the Thistle Grove animal shelter back in high school, where, in accordance with their families' histories, they grew to heartily loathe each other.
Rowan Thorn is the very definition of lawful good, so painfully noble and by-the-book he makes Issa's teeth hurt. But when someone starts sabotaging the festivities at this year's midsummer festival-a time during which feuding families traditionally put aside their grievances and come together in celebration-with suspiciously Avramov-esque magic, a Thorn elder gets hurt. Eager to clear the Avramov name, Issa convinces a reluctant Rowan Thorn to let her help get to the bottom of things. As the festival spins into chaos and the two unravel an unexpected conspiracy, Issa and Rowan stumble upon an almost equally disturbing attraction to each other that becomes harder to ignore day by day.
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The thing no one tells you about summoning demons is, sometimes you have to think outside the box.
I should know; I've been calling them up into my circles since I was a kid. My mother even encouraged it, as a slightly safer alternative to a way riskier burgeoning fascination with elder gods. (PSA, if you don't want your daughter developing an interest in the gnarlier chthonic entities before she can even ride a bike, maybe don't read her Lovecraft at bedtime. Seems obvious enough, right?)
The books go on about how summonings are supposed to be these disciplined, rule-bound affairs-and most of the time, they are, if you know what's good for you. The truth is, if you take sensible precautions, it's not nearly as dangerous as people think. And such a rush, too; the daemonfolk are interesting as the hells, pun intended. Sometimes they're inclined to share juicy secrets or ancient spells, the kind you won't find in even the oldest, dustiest grimoires. Other times they're so gorgeous it breaks your heart, or so horrifying that even a quick glimpse caught before you banish them is enough to leave you panting, heart battering against your ribs, blood boiling through your veins while your whole skin rolls with chills.
Shit, even when you play it safe, there's nothing quite like a demon summoning to make you feel alive.
Of course, there's always the odd time that even a pro like me fucks it up just a wee bit.
As usual, I'd cast my summoning circle in the warrens of the basement beneath The Bitters, in a chilly, cavernous room that had started out as Elena's third wine cellar-because who gets by with just one these days; certainly not my mother-and now doubled as my demonic lair. No windows, musty air that smelled like centuries-old stone and aged bordeaux, witchlight sconces flinging
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trembling shadows on the walls; the perfect ambiance for such a conjuring. The summoning spell was already whipping through me like a tempest, my protective amulets glowing hot against my chest. Everything felt like it should, all systems go.
But as soon as Malachus began to coalesce, I felt a twinge of wrongness in my gut, an unsettling, instinctive awareness that something was off.
According to my research, Malachus was supposed to manifest as a brawny reptilian dude, macho and mindless to the max. The type of mostly harmless demon whose bark was way worse than his bite. I hadn't summoned in a while, so tonight was meant to be just a practice flex, easing myself back into the swing of things after a little break.
But the silhouette gathering in my circle was unmistakably femme-presenting, on her knees and with her back to me, with the kind of ridiculous waist-to-hip ratio that would've put Cardi B to shame. A swoop of hair, black and glossy as moonlit water, curled around an even darker set of wings folded neatly against her back. I could see the wings' outline fill with a faint scrawl like one of my own sketches, a vague suggestion of feathers, before they sprang into a three-dimensional profusion of lush black down. And the scent that engulfed the cellar wasn't just the usual rank whiff of sulfur and brimstone, but something sweeter, more elegant and piercing. Jasmine, maybe, with a subtle patchouli twist. The kind of compelling perfume that made you want to follow someone around, drooling until they told you what they wore.
When she turned to look over her shoulder at me, with massive eyes the color of molten gold, my mouth went dry as dust. I couldn't be positive, having never seen one before-they weren't exactly a dime a dozen-but for my money, this sure looked like one of the former seraphim.
A fucking fallen angel, landed in my basement.
"Oh, Hecate's chilly tits," I whispered to mysel
But as soon as Malachus began to coalesce, I felt a twinge of wrongness in my gut, an unsettling, instinctive awareness that something was off.
According to my research, Malachus was supposed to manifest as a brawny reptilian dude, macho and mindless to the max. The type of mostly harmless demon whose bark was way worse than his bite. I hadn't summoned in a while, so tonight was meant to be just a practice flex, easing myself back into the swing of things after a little break.
But the silhouette gathering in my circle was unmistakably femme-presenting, on her knees and with her back to me, with the kind of ridiculous waist-to-hip ratio that would've put Cardi B to shame. A swoop of hair, black and glossy as moonlit water, curled around an even darker set of wings folded neatly against her back. I could see the wings' outline fill with a faint scrawl like one of my own sketches, a vague suggestion of feathers, before they sprang into a three-dimensional profusion of lush black down. And the scent that engulfed the cellar wasn't just the usual rank whiff of sulfur and brimstone, but something sweeter, more elegant and piercing. Jasmine, maybe, with a subtle patchouli twist. The kind of compelling perfume that made you want to follow someone around, drooling until they told you what they wore.
When she turned to look over her shoulder at me, with massive eyes the color of molten gold, my mouth went dry as dust. I couldn't be positive, having never seen one before-they weren't exactly a dime a dozen-but for my money, this sure looked like one of the former seraphim.
A fucking fallen angel, landed in my basement.
"Oh, Hecate's chilly tits," I whispered to mysel
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Autoren-Porträt von Lana Harper
Lana Harper
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Lana Harper
- 2022, 368 Seiten, Maße: 14 x 20,2 cm, Kartoniert (TB), Englisch
- Verlag: Berkley
- ISBN-10: 0593336089
- ISBN-13: 9780593336083
- Erscheinungsdatum: 07.05.2022
Sprache:
Englisch
Pressezitat
"I am happily and completely under the spell of The Witches of Thistle Grove series." Emily Henry, New York Times bestselling author of People We Meet on Vacation"The only flaw in Lana Harper's magical, whimsical, sexy-as-hell The Witches of Thistle Grove series is that I can't set up shop in Thistle Grove myself right this second! These books truly do cast a spell." Erin Sterling, New York Times bestselling author of The Ex Hex
Clever, fiery, and so much fun. From Bad to Cursed is a sharply written romp with wicked imagination. It's pure magic. Rachel Harrison, author of Cackle
"This book puts the romance in necromancy." The New York Times Book Review
Enemies-to-lovers set among rival witch families in a magical town say no more. USA Today
Harper (Payback s a Witch) continues The Witches of Thistle Grove series strong, delivering a second installment packed with mystery, danger, lots of love-to-hate-you foreplay, family drama, and an identity crisis thrown in. Sound like a lot? It is, but still oh so fun. Highly recommended. Library Journal, starred review
Atmospheric and lush, this captivating story ignites the senses. The magic lends itself to big, cinematic scenes, while conflicts about familial expectations and mental health struggles ground the story with realness. The romantic relationship is emotionally rich and deliciously sexy. Issa s wry first-person narrative effortlessly ties together the mystery, fantasy, and romance elements. Kirkus, starred review
Lana Harper has created an enthralling witchy world, filled with wonderfully offbeat and diverse characters. The rom-com is spiced with moments of danger and horror and is an entertaining read. Philadelphia Inquirer
Harper knows how to summon a wickedly charming read with Practical Magic vibes, and From Bad to Cursed is another feather in her very pointy hat." Entertainment Weekly
These books are intensely queer, honest, and essentially kind. I adore them so."
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Seanan McGuire, New York Times bestselling author of That Ain't Witchcraft
With a fresh, fun voice, Harper brilliantly blends romance, mystery, and magic. Series fans will not be disappointed. Publishers Weekly
Rarely is the second book in a series better than the first, but as Harper continues her Witches of Thistle Grove series, following Payback's a Witch, the world building and exploration of family cultures enhances this already fascinating setting Harper's latest is imaginative and captivating. Booklist
Lana Harper s second witchy romance is a knockout winner full of chemistry, magic and hope. Romance by the Book
The mystery, fantasy, and romance blended together perfectly, none overtaking the story and all somehow contributing to a fascinating story of family and feuds. This was a very fun witchy read that is perfect for spring. The Lily Cafe
This sequel to Payback s a Witch is as much fun as the first, maybe even more so The author develops an opposites attract romance that is fun and intriguing with curses and a compelling mystery to keep readers hooked. Duncan s Books and More
With a fresh, fun voice, Harper brilliantly blends romance, mystery, and magic. Series fans will not be disappointed. Publishers Weekly
Rarely is the second book in a series better than the first, but as Harper continues her Witches of Thistle Grove series, following Payback's a Witch, the world building and exploration of family cultures enhances this already fascinating setting Harper's latest is imaginative and captivating. Booklist
Lana Harper s second witchy romance is a knockout winner full of chemistry, magic and hope. Romance by the Book
The mystery, fantasy, and romance blended together perfectly, none overtaking the story and all somehow contributing to a fascinating story of family and feuds. This was a very fun witchy read that is perfect for spring. The Lily Cafe
This sequel to Payback s a Witch is as much fun as the first, maybe even more so The author develops an opposites attract romance that is fun and intriguing with curses and a compelling mystery to keep readers hooked. Duncan s Books and More
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