The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish

A Novel

De: Paula Brackston

Narrado por: Marisa Calin

The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish is book one in New York Times bestselling author Paula Brackston's new magic-infused series about Hecate Cavendish, an eccentric and feisty young woman who can see ghosts.

England, 1881. Hereford Cathedral stands sentinel over the city, keeping its secrets, holding long forgotten souls in its stony embrace. Hecate Cavendish speeds through the cobbled streets on her bicycle, skirts hitched daringly high, heading for her new life as Assistant Librarian. But this is no ordinary collection of books. The cathedral houses an ancient chained library, wisdom guarded for centuries, mysteries and stories locked onto its worn, humble shelves. The most prized artifact, however, is the medieval world map which hangs next to Hecate’s desk. Little does she know how much the curious people and mythical creatures depicted on it will come to mean to her. Nor does she suspect that there are lost souls waiting for her in the haunted cathedral. Some will become her dearest friends. Some will seek her help in finding peace. Others will put her in great peril, and, as she quickly learns, threaten the lives of everyone she loves.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

©2024 Paula Brackston (P)2024 Macmillan Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Brackston seamlessly blends horror, fantasy, and mystery...readers with a penchant for gothic fantasy won’t want to miss this."—Publisher's Weekly

"Hecate Cavendish is a breath of fresh air—a young woman who knows her own mind and is prepared to swim against the tides of her time—and ours. Her capacity to explore the reaches of reality with courage and panache is a delight. This is a charming, uplifting, lyrical read, a perfect antidote to the roller-coaster angst of our times."—Manda Scott, Author of The Boudica Dreaming Series

Another winner by Paula Brackston!

Paula Brackston does not disappoint with this book. I can’t wait for Part 2 in the series!

Good Story

I liked the story. The narration was a little off to me. I’m not sure if it’s the way the narrator read it or if it was something in the editing process but I had to check several times that I had not accidentally sped it up. There are many times where the speaking sounds almost as if it’s on fast forward. Her voice and inflection were fine it was just the speed that was off.

Another lovely masterpiece!

Paula has once again knocked one out of the park with this new series. Hecate is a lively and exciting character and I cannot wait to read more books about her and her adventures and peril. Paula is an amazing author and I love all her works! But the book but the audible!

It was very enjoyable

I loved how the book keeps you guessing and enjoyed each character for who they were.

Intriguing story

Excellent narration and well developed characters and plot kept me listening all night. Descriptive verse gave sense of place and time.

Wonderfully Haunting!

As is true for all Paula Brackston novels, "The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish" is a wonderful tale filled with relatable characters, beautiful settings, and page after page of magic, ghostly encounters, intrigue, suspense, and witchy delight. I couldn't put it down so I listened on Audible when I couldn't read the book. As always, Marisa Calen does a beautiful job bringing the story and characters to life. Highly recommended. Can't wait for the next book in this series!

Excellent character development and storyline.

I loved how interesting this book was. So easy to get lost in the story and yet so fantastical. Love the juxtaposition of Christianity and ancient spirituality. I love the romance and steamy scenes in the fantasy of Nora Roberts and Sarah Maas but loved the simplicity and lack of "steamy" in this book as well.

Exciting!!

Characters, storyline, narrator, all brilliant! Paula Brackston is an amazing author who brings her characters to life and drag you in to the story, every time!

Brave Hecate

I absolutely loved this book. Paula once again wrote an amazing story of magic. I can't wait for the next!!

One of her best

Loved this book! I think THOHC is one of Paula Brackston's best works - a thoroughly enjoyable page turner. Definitely on par with the quality of the "The Found Things" series. Actually wished my commute to & from work was a little bit longer so I could continue to listen & listen... And as usual, Marisa Carlin's narration rocks as well! :) Cannot wait for book 2.

God Bless!