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tuesdaybean 's review for:
A Discovery of Witches
by Deborah Harkness
Alright, so A Discovery of Witches is basically Twilight for history nerds (like me), but in the best way possible. Deborah Harkness takes the usual vampire-witch romance trope and injects it with academic intrigue, historical depth, and a whole lot of wine appreciation.
The story follows Diana Bishop, a historian (and reluctant witch) who stumbles upon a magical manuscript in Oxford’s Bodleian Library. Enter Matthew Clairmont, a brooding, centuries-old vampire with a taste for both fine wine and stalking (but, like, in a chivalrous way?). Together, they embark on a slow-burn romance while unraveling the mysteries of their supernatural world.
I devoured this book. If you like your fantasy with a side of academia, alchemy, and forbidden love, this is a solid pick. Just be prepared for a lot of long descriptions and the occasional eyeroll at the romance drama. Definitely continuing the series!
The story follows Diana Bishop, a historian (and reluctant witch) who stumbles upon a magical manuscript in Oxford’s Bodleian Library. Enter Matthew Clairmont, a brooding, centuries-old vampire with a taste for both fine wine and stalking (but, like, in a chivalrous way?). Together, they embark on a slow-burn romance while unraveling the mysteries of their supernatural world.
I devoured this book. If you like your fantasy with a side of academia, alchemy, and forbidden love, this is a solid pick. Just be prepared for a lot of long descriptions and the occasional eyeroll at the romance drama. Definitely continuing the series!