
Titles in This Set
A Discovery of Witches
Shadow of Night
The Book of Life
Time's Convert
The Black Bird Oracle
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Headline, Viking
Overview
Dive into Deborah Harkness's beloved All Souls world with this complete five-book paperback collection blending history, magic, and romance. A Discovery of Witches introduces witch and historian Diana Bishop, whose discovery of an enchanted manuscript draws vampire Matthew Clairmont into her orbit. Shadow of Night carries the pair to Elizabethan London, while The Book of Life brings their fight for survival into the present day. Time's Convert turns to vampire soldier Marcus Whitmore, and The Black Bird Oracle continues the saga for a new generation.
About the Books
The All Souls series began with A Discovery of Witches, introducing Diana Bishop, a reluctant witch and Oxford historian who unlocks a bewitched manuscript in the Bodleian Library. Her discovery draws the attention of Matthew Clairmont, a centuries-old vampire and geneticist, and the two form a forbidden bond that defies the Covenant separating witches, vampires, and daemons. Shadow of Night follows the couple as they timewalk to 1590 London, moving through Elizabethan intrigue while searching for the manuscript's origins and Diana's own magical heritage. The Book of Life returns the story to the present day, where Diana and Matthew confront old enemies and fight to protect their family and the balance among the three creature species. Time's Convert steps outside their direct narrative to explore Marcus Whitmore, Matthew's vampire son, and his origins during the American Revolution. The Black Bird Oracle extends the saga further, following the Bishop-Clairmont family as new mysteries emerge. Across all five books, Harkness combines historical research with atmospheric world-building and a slow-burn romance, rewarding readers who enjoy character-driven fantasy and richly detailed settings spanning centuries. Readers who enjoy character-driven fantasy, academic intrigue, and richly detailed settings will find this saga especially rewarding from beginning to end. Each installment expands the mythology while deepening the emotional stakes for the Bishop-Clairmont family. This is a rich, rewarding reading experience from cover to cover.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
A Discovery of Witches — Diana Bishop uncovers a bewitched manuscript and meets vampire Matthew Clairmont.
Shadow of Night — Diana and Matthew timewalk to 1590 London amid Elizabethan intrigue.
The Book of Life — In the present, the couple confronts old enemies to protect their family.
Time's Convert — The story turns to Marcus Whitmore and his roots in the American Revolution.
The Black Bird Oracle — The saga continues with the Bishop-Clairmont family and new mysteries.
About the Author
Deborah Harkness is an American author and historian who taught the history of science and medicine at the University of Southern California before turning her research into fiction. Her expertise in alchemy and early modern Europe informs the historical texture of the All Souls series, which began with A Discovery of Witches and grew into a multi-book saga blending romance, fantasy, and history. Harkness has also written nonfiction on the history of science. She lives in the United States and continues to expand the All Souls universe for readers worldwide.
Why You'll Love This Collection
This complete All Souls collection is ideal for fantasy and romance readers alike, offering centuries of history, magic, and love in one paperback set. A wonderful birthday or holiday gift, it also makes a thoughtful addition to any home library or book club pick. It's a page-turning treat for anyone who loves atmospheric world-building and slow-burn romance.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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