Sydney J. ShieldsFantasy · Romance
The Honey Witch
Synopsis
Marigold Claude would rather spend time with meadow spirits than suitors, so when she's offered training as the next Honey Witch on the Isle of Innisfree, she jumps at the chance. But her new magic comes with a strict rule: no falling in love. That becomes complicated when Lottie Burke, a skeptic who doesn't believe in magic, arrives.
As Marigold tries to prove magic is real, she finds herself drawn to Lottie, and when a dark force threatens her home, she must fight for everything she holds dear, even if it means risking her magic and her heart.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10
Genres
Characters
Marigold ClaudeProtagonist
A 21-year-old eldest daughter who would rather spend time in her secret meadow than find a husband, and who trains as the next Honey Witch on Innisfree.
Versa (The Honey Witch)Antagonist
The Ash Witch, a rival whose dark magic threatens Innisfree.
Lottie BurkeSupporting
A grumpy skeptic who does not believe in magic and challenges Marigold to prove it is real; Marigold's love interest.
Althea (The Honey Witch)Supporting
Marigold's grandmother, an aging Honey Witch who brings her to Innisfree and trains her.
Frequently asked questions
What inspired the author to write this story?
The author developed the concept for the book while working at a honey company, which directly influenced the unique magical role of the Honey Witch.
How does the author describe the tone and style of the book?
The author characterizes the narrative as a blend of Bridgerton and Practical Magic, incorporating elements of Halloweentown and the sweetness found in Studio Ghibli films.