Dance of the Vampire (The Tudor Horror Trilogy. Book 3)

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Want to Read Currently Reading Read. Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. Preview — Witchfall by Victoria Lamb. Witchfall The Tudor Witch Trilogy, 2 3. Her darkest dreams are coming true. In Tudor England, , Meg Lytton has learned how powerful her magick gift can be.

But danger surrounds her and her mistress, the outcast Princess Elizabeth. Nowhere is safe in the court of Elizabeth's fanatical sister, Queen Mary. And as the Spanish Inquisition's merciless priests slowly tighten their grip on the court, Meg's very dream Her darkest dreams are coming true. And as the Spanish Inquisition's merciless priests slowly tighten their grip on the court, Meg's very dreams are disturbed by the ever-vengeful witchfinder Marcus Dent. Even as Meg tries to use her powers to find guidance, something evil arises, impervious to Meg's spells and hungry to control England's fate.

As Meg desperately tries to keep her secret betrothed, the Spanish priest Alejandro de Castillo, out of harm's way, caution wars with their forbidden desire. And with her most powerful enemy poised to strike, Meg's only chance is a heartbreaking sacrifice. Paperback , pages.

Published March 25th by Harlequin Teen first published July 4th The Tudor Witch Trilogy 2. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. To ask other readers questions about Witchfall , please sign up. Lists with This Book. I'm kinda reading these in the wrong order Random House approved this one before Witchstruck. And it doesn't even matter.

In fact, it probably made me rate this better, because my god, is it well written. Witchfall is very well written and if I hadn't already known it was the second in a series then I probably wouldn't have guessed, this book is SO well written. There are always hints to the past the previous book but it never overshadows the present, what's happening in this book. There was I'm kinda reading these in the wrong order There was plenty of mystery and a cast of mainly great characters - I guess I only wasn't sure about Meg's brother as he seemed a bit here-and-there with his loyalties.

The baddie is bad and the good characters aren't all that good.

This leant a real sense of realism to this historical fantasy, even with the twists fantastical involving historical personalities. Well worth a read. Now I'm off to read the first one! I received a copy of this for free via NetGalley for review purposes. May 11, Nara rated it it was ok Shelves: It's not often that I put books aside in the middle of reading them, but unfortunately, that's what happened with Witchfall. No, it wasn't a DNF. After I picked it back up, again, it took a while for me to really be able to get into the book- I just felt that, overall, nothing really seemed to engage me.

I think the main problem with the book was that the pacing was completely off. The first half of the book It's not often that I put books aside in the middle of reading them, but unfortunately, that's what happened with Witchfall. The first half of the book had nothing and the rest of the book was crammed with action and sudden development of the romance. There were a few annoying tropes which I'll list here: There was this one character who kept insisting he wasn't a witch, but there I was thinking why is he not a witch? Explanations would be nice.

Of course, there were also some things that were done well: I feel like things were researched pretty well in terms of this aspect of the book- although I don't actually know too much about history, so I could be wrong. Still not great, but better. Suits the historical genre rather well. Overall, I'd say this book was a bit disappointing compared to the first in the series. I think I will continue on with the books just to see what happens, but not with the burning passion I might have for other series.

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Would I recommend it? Now at the court Meg has to be even more careful. Princess Elizabeth is being watched at every turn and Spanish Inquisition is just one of many things Meg has to contend with. The danger Meg is in comes across more in Witchfall, I was worried about her in the previous story but this time I was in an emotional knot from start to finish.

A lot happened in Witchfall, the Spanish Inquisition plays a big part in the first half of the book. Victoria Lamb certainly made it uncomfortable reading at times, the writing had me convinced I was right there with Meg. I think because I care so much about Meg everything that happens to her this book is just affected me more. Including pleasantly and also surprisingly her relationship with Alejandro de Castillo, I think I have my first fictional crush ever. Jan 27, Rebecca rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book was as incredible as the first one.

The History in this story is beyond fascinating and the magic and witchcraft brings this series to another level. The writing was beautiful. And it brought the world to life. Witch trials and witches in general have always fascinated me. Mag as a lead character is great. I love her personality. There was one seen though that really stuck out above the others. It was so well done it had me in tears. I couldn't put this book done. If This book was as incredible as the first one. If you haven't read it please do.

A most read for witch fans.: I was lucky enough to receive book one and book two from Random House for review and I am so pleased because I couldn't wait to start this sequel after having read the first book. I really don't normally like a lot of magic in books and mystical creatures such as witches but in this case, i can definitely make an exception. The first in this series introduces us to determined young witch meg and this book lets us get to know meg even further Review: The first in this series introduces us to determined young witch meg and this book lets us get to know meg even further and she exceeds our expectations in terms of what she is capable of!

Overall this book is a lot darker than the first, there is more magic being brandished in this one, and at one point in the book, I genuinely feared for meg's life. I found that I couldn't read this book before bed because I would have nightmares, but that shows you just how good it was, that it got under my skin so much, just a warning that this one really isn't for the younger end of YA readers There was even more of a historical aspect to this novel with Henry VIII making an appearance as well as the spirit of Anne Boleyn, I found this historical aspect truly wonderful and very well researched.

For me, it just added another level to this novel. We had the story of meg, the magic being worked, the possible love interest with Spanish priest Alejandro and the the historical aspect in terms of relationships between Elizabeth and each member of here family-truly inspired! The love story intensifies in this novel too, Alejandro is still very much on the scene and making his presence known at court, and then when Elizabeth and her party move to Hatfield.

Meg's family are also around more in this book which I found interesting, her brother and father seem to now be far more supportive of her and I think this only gives her more confidence to be even more of her own person and make her own decisions. Initially I wasn't sure about the increase of magic in this novel, I didn't think I was going to like it, but when everything ties together at the end of the book, you realise that the magic is a key ingredient into the events of this novel and the development of the characters within.

Another great read and definitely something to recommend, the only bad part?

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We have to wait until next summer for the next book! Jul 31, Laurel rated it liked it Shelves: Elizabeth is finally back at Court, but she is still not free. The Queen watches her every move and waits for Elizabeth to slip up so she can be burned for heresy. Meg is adjusting to the stifling life at Court while still shaking off her trauma she experienced at the hands of the witch hunter, Marcus Dent.

She sent him into oblivion, but dark creatures lurk at Court. Is this new danger an old one or some fresh trial for Meg and her Lady? This was a lovely follow up to the first book of the Tudor Elizabeth is finally back at Court, but she is still not free. This was a lovely follow up to the first book of the Tudor witch series.

There was definitely more focus on Meg as an individual, developing her character and motives, and re-centering the overarching plot of the books. While there was not a lot of major plot advancement, we still get many delectable moments from this book and a look into life at the English court. There is also much more Meg and Alejandro relationship angst here. And while I am adoring the series and could not put the book down whenever I picked it back up, I cannot get over some of the rushed writing. There is a lot of emphasis and development during scenes when Meg is using her magik.

But the emphasis goes away and the in between story seems to just be filler until another major task comes up. So while I think their romance is cute, I still find Meg and Alejandro's love to be a bit shallow and immature. They desire each other, yes, but what caused Alejandro's love? What drove Meg to Alejandro, aside from geographic nearness?

I want to see more! However, I still love the books and am planning to finish the trilogy. I would recommend this read to anyone who likes a good historical fantasy or is craving some magik for their bookshelf. Dec 12, Shelley rated it liked it Shelves: This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Meg Lytton, our supposed heroine, has some very powerful magical abilities but makes some really, really awful mistakes. Meg is still working for the outcast Princess Elizabeth Tudor as her servant. This time out instead of house arrest at Woodstock, they are at Hampton Court, where Queen Mary, and King Philip can keep an eye out for Elizabeth, and ensure that she is not trying to overthrow Mary's reign.

The Spanish Inquisition is also in full bloom, and nobody is safe from the Inquisition priests like Miguel de Pero who use torture as a means to get information out of suspected Protestant sympathizers. This pretty much guarantees that Meg will end up having her time on the torture machines as well since she was previously accused of being a witch.

Whether or not she actually gives up any useful information, or escapes to fight another day, you will have to read the book to find out. I personally do not care for the romantic interlude between Mr. Meg is a poor country mouse whose own family has come to hate her for what she has done in the past. I will say that I still enjoy the mixture of real historical events intermixed with Young Adult Paranormal characters. He wants to grab Meg by the hair, drag her all the way to Spain, force her into a marriage that Meg is truly uncomfortable with since she still has to deal with her powers, and that doesn't take into account that his family may not even like Meg.

It is obvious that Witchrise will be yet another fight to the death between Meg and Marcus Dent who has become a nightmare for Meg to deal with. March 25th by Harlequin Teen Mar 23, Crys rated it it was amazing Shelves: Lamb does not disappoint in this sequel.

The Shadow of the Pomegranate (Tudor Saga, #3) by Jean Plaidy

I was even more invested in Meg than ever—and my heart pumped harder in this novel than in the first. We are thrust back into Tudor England when Mary is still on the throne and Princess Elizabeth is still her prisoner. Throughout the novel, I waited for the death of Mary. So, I still wait. But be on notice Lamb: I except Elizabeth to be crowned in book 3. I might cry if she is not.

And it gives me the heebes. And really, I love Queen Elizabeth. Give it to her already. Okay, back to the sequel. Meg is at court with Princess Elizabeth, but all eyes are on them. One misstep and all is lost. Meg has to mind her Ps and Qs and plays her role well, but is that enough? When Princess Elizabeth takes ill, and accusations of witchcraft land in her rooms, the plot takes a scary shift. The last think Elizabeth needs is this to happen—and she needs to convince her sister to stop the silliness.

But now Queen Mary has taken to her chambers, awaiting the arrival of her little prince. An arrival that will not happen as Queen Mary is not pregnant but sick with cancer. So Elizabeth has another plan, get to the King. He can stop the accusations. But, does it work? After all, people will talk when they see him conversing with a woman that many in England feel should be put to her death. Her latest fantasy novel for young adults, Shadowfell, is an exquisitely written tale of love, fear, faith and difficult choices. It is set in a world where the Good Folk - fey creatures with strange, magical powers - live hidden in the trees, rocks and shadows.

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One young woman, named Neryn, has the gift of Canny Eyes, which allows her to see the Good Folk even when they wish to stay out of sight. But this gift puts Neryn in peril, for her world is ruled by a usurper-king who fears and despises any magic.

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The king's soldiers hunt down fairy creatures and any human who has a magical gift, subjecting many to the terrible practice of mind-scraping, which turns them into halfwits. The king knows of Neryn and her gift, and has set his soldiers to hunt her down. A young man, Flint, helps her escape the soldiers, but his past is shadowed with mystery and Neryn must choose whether it is safe to trust him. Her journey towards the rebel stronghold of Shadowfell becomes a series of tests, in which she must prove herself worthy of an old prophecy for the salvation of the land.

Reduced to a few lines, the plot of Shadowfell seems familiar to anyone who has read a great deal of young-adult fantasy, but as with any novel, it is the execution of the story that makes it sing. Marillier is a consummate craftswoman. The book is perfectly composed, and the writing is lyrical and full of grace. Fifteen-year-old Neryn's confusion and fear will speak to any girl of the same age, and the mystery around the true identity of her rescuer is handled masterfully. She has also won numerous Aurealis Awards for her adult historical fantasy novels, including Daughter of the Forest and Heart's Blood.

In the beginning, he does not believe in the supernatural and thinks that Vicki is losing her mind along with her eyesight. Also in the picture is Vicki's assistant Coreen, who was hired because of her knowledge of the occult and to keep her quiet about Henry. Coreen is thoroughly enamored with both the occult and Henry, which can get her into trouble.

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