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Series

All Souls Trilogy

3 books

The All Souls Trilogy series by Deborah Harkness has 3 books. Start with A Discovery of Witches (2011), then read the rest in the order below.

All Souls Trilogy reading order

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A Discovery of Witches

Deborah Harkness

When historian and reluctant witch Diana Bishop stumbles upon a long-lost manuscript in Oxford's Bodleian Library, she unleashes a torrent of magical and supernatural forces. This ancient text, a palimpsest detailing the origins of all magical creatures, draws the attention of Matthew Clairmont, a mysterious and powerful vampire with a lineage stretching back fifteen centuries. As Diana grapples with her own dormant powers and the dangerous allure of the manuscript, she finds herself pursued by creatures who wish to possess its secrets, forcing her to confront her heritage and a destiny far grander than she ever imagined.

FantasyUrban FantasyRomance
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Shadow of Night

Deborah Harkness

Diana Bishop and her vampire lover, Matthew Clairmont, flee a world of danger and find themselves transported to the vibrant, treacherous landscape of Elizabethan London. Here, they seek refuge among Matthew's ancient and enigmatic circle, the School of Night, a group of powerful creatures bound by secrets and ambition. As Diana grapples with her burgeoning magical abilities and the urgent quest for a lost manuscript, the shadows of Matthew's past threaten to engulf them both. This thrilling journey through history and magic explores themes of destiny, forbidden love, and the perilous pursuit of knowledge.

FantasyHistorical FictionUrban Fantasy
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The Book of Life

Deborah Harkness

In the thrilling conclusion to the All Souls Trilogy, Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont return from Elizabethan London to a present fraught with peril. As they navigate the complexities of their new reality, they must confront ancient enemies and unexpected betrayals. The race to uncover the secrets of Ashmole 782 intensifies, with the fate of witches, vampires, and daemons hanging in the balance. Deborah Harkness masterfully weaves together history, magic, and romance in a finale that is both epic and deeply personal.

FantasyRomanceUrban Fantasy