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I love Margaret Rogerson’s standalone books, but I always wished we’d get a continuation from her, so I was super hyped about this sequel novella! It touches upon the impact of the events of the first book, such as Silas’ sacrifice and Nathaniel’s injury. Mysteries of Thorn Manor follows Elisabeth & Co after the events of Sorcery of Thorns. “This was one of the things she loved best about books… she could briefly clasp hands with them across eternity, a chance meeting of souls made possible by their shared love of a story.” But when it becomes clear that the house, influenced by the magic of Nathaniel’s ancestors, requires a price for its obedience, Elisabeth and Nathaniel will have to lean on their connection like never before to set things right.ĬW’s: Mentions of past trauma, death & violence Not an easy task when the house is filled with unexpected secrets, and all Elisabeth can think about is kissing Nathaniel in peace. With no access to the outside world, Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and Silas – along with their new maid Mercy – will have to work together to discover the source of the magic behind the malfunctioning wards before they’re due to host the city’s Midwinter Ball. Surely it must be a coincidence that this happened just as Nathaniel and Elisabeth started getting closer to one another…

But something strange is afoot at Thorn Manor: the estate’s wards, which are meant to keep their home safe, are acting up and forcibly trapping the Manor’s occupants inside. Now that their demon companion Silas has returned, so has scrutiny from nosy reporters hungry for gossip about the city’s most powerful sorcerer and the librarian who stole his heart.

Arc Review: Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret RogersonĮlisabeth Scrivener is finally settling into her new life with sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn.In this sequel novella to Sorcery of Thorns, Elisabeth, Nathaniel, and Silas must unravel the magical trap keeping them inside Thorn Manor in time for their Midwinter Ball!