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Synopsis
On the wind-battered west coast of Ireland, Wren Castle has stood for centuries and so have its witches. But when an unknown enemy strikes without warning, Annie Wren and her three daughters wake to find their magic gone. Defenceless and at the mercy of a powerful adversary, they have no choice but to call for Annie’s estranged sister Maud. The two sisters could hardly be more different. Annie never left the castle, Maud never looked back—but old wounds will have to heal fast, not only is their enemy circling, but Annie's daughter Maeve has begun showing signs of unnatural power. And when a dangerous secret surfaces from beneath the castle walls, Maeve’s power marks her as the only one who can unlock its true potential —and their enemy knows it. As the shadows close in, the Wrens begin to question everything—and everyone. But their enemy's desire is as simple as it is dark: she wants them dead. The only thing standing in her way is Maeve—the question is whether she can be trusted with a power she doesn't yet understand.
Is The Witches of Wren Castle appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Parents should know this is an adult fantasy about witches facing a deadly enemy, with moderate magical violence and family conflict. The story explores complex family dynamics and themes of power and trust suitable for mature readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include betrayal, family conflict, and power imbalance (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens will appreciate the multi-generational witch family defending their castle against a mysterious enemy and uncovering dangerous secrets.