Magic Lessons

Journey to 17th-century England where the Owens family saga begins with Maria, a baby abandoned in a snowy field. Taken in by the enigmatic Hannah Owens, young Maria is initiated into the 'Unnamed Arts' – a powerful, intuitive form of magic. Gifted beyond measure, Maria's path takes a fateful turn when she falls passionately in love, only to be cruelly abandoned. In her heartbreak and fury, she unleashes a potent curse that will echo through her family for centuries, forever binding the Owens women to love that comes at a high price. As Maria navigates a world of superstition, persecution, and hidden power, she learns the immutable rules of magic – lessons that will define her life and be passed down through generations, setting the stage for the beloved Owens witches of future books. This spellbinding prequel delves into the origins of their magic, their struggles, and their enduring legacy.