Three women. One inheritance. A danger three centuries in the making.
London, 1650: Mary Hatley has long understood the danger that shadows her gift for healing. Forced to flee her childhood home, she finds refuge in a London apothecary – and begins a legacy to protect women who share her abilities.
Salem, 1692: Accused of witchcraft, Clara Brooks escapes deep into the wilderness with her young daughter. Hunted and alone, she must rely on her uncanny bond with the natural world – the very power she has always resisted.
Seattle, 1959: July Hathaway once dreamed of becoming a doctor. Now an unmarried mother in a world with little mercy for women like her, she flees with her baby to a remote island – and finds the past waiting.
Mary’s legacy was meant to provide protection. Centuries later, it may be the very thing threatening July and her baby. To save her child, July must uncover what binds the three women – and release them before her fate is sealed.
'A delight: spellbinding, twisty, magical in all the very best ways!' Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author
'A spellbinding tribute to magic, motherhood, and female resilience. Judd’s brilliant storytelling celebrates female empowerment and the enduring enchantment of hope.' Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author
'A stunning, spellbinding novel about the bonds of motherhood and magic that transcend time... a gorgeous page-turning tale'. Chanel Cleeton, New York Times bestselling author
'Will keep you up well past the witching hour... With its beautiful prose, spooky speculations, and insightful meditations on the natural world and the costs of freedom, it’s the perfect late-night read.' Kerri Maher, USA Today bestselling author
'Captivates from the very first page. Filled with delicious twists and turns, this suspenseful novel combines elements of a page-turner with magic realism and the rich details of historical fiction.' Renée Rosen, USA Today bestselling author
'Fans of Alice Hoffman’s ‘Practical Magic’ series will enjoy this compelling work of historical fiction with a touch of magical realism.' Library Journal
