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560
Novel • Fiction
France • Medieval Fantasy World
2019
YA
14-18 years
HL610L
Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin is set in a mythical French-inspired kingdom, following witch-turned-thief Lou and her forced marriage to witch-hunter Reid. They navigate precarious love amidst opposing beliefs, secrets, and external threats. When Lou's witch identity is exposed, their lives and romance are jeopardized as dangerous forces converge upon them. Note: The novel contains references to self-inflicted bodily harm, witch burning, rape, violence, forced incarceration, suicide, and sexual activity.
Romantic
Mysterious
Dark
Adventurous
Fantastical
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Shelby Mahurin's Serpent & Dove has captivated readers with its inventive blend of romance and fantasy, set in a richly detailed world where witches and witch hunters collide. Praised for its compelling pacing and strong character dynamics, some critics found the relationship development predictable and the plot somewhat formulaic, but overall, it delivers a highly engaging and dramatic narrative.
Fans who relish romance laced with magic and conflict would enjoy Shelby Mahurin's Serpent & Dove. Ideal for readers of Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses and Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone, it captivates those who appreciate strong-willed characters and darkly enchanting worlds.
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Reid Diggory
The devout captain of the Chasseurs, known for his strict adherence to duty and his unexpected, transformative connection with Lou.
The Archbishop
A powerful and seemingly pious religious leader who secretly manipulates events and individuals for his own interests.
Morgane le Blanc / Le Dame des Sorcières
The formidable leader of the Dames Blanches coven, feared for her ruthless actions and single-minded pursuit of power.
Coco / Cosette Monvision / Brie Perrot
A loyal friend to Lou and a skilled Dame Rouge witch known for her expertise in magic and healing rituals.
Ansel Diggory
A young and compassionate initiate in the Chasseurs, whose ethical convictions and kindness make him a steadfast ally.
Jean Luc Toussaint
Reid’s once close friend within the Chasseurs, whose rivalry and ambition seed tension and suspicion.
Madame Hélène Labelle
The enigmatic madam of The Bellerose, who skillfully navigates the social strata and harbors significant secrets.
Estelle
An actress and witch who initially appears as an ally but whose true loyalties lead to conflict.
Manon
A childhood friend of Lou's and devoted follower of Morgane, who struggles with loyalty and morality.
Les Dames Blanches
A mystical group of witches, famed for their nature-based magic and complex relationship with the kingdom.
Les Dames Rouges
Blood witches who employ their distinctive magic for various purposes, often blending it with other ingredients.
Beauregard (Beau) and King Auguste
The pleasure-seeking prince and his royal father, integral to the power dynamics within the kingdom.
Andre and Grue
Menacing figures in the East End crime scene, antagonistic towards Lou from their realm of influence.
Bastien St. Pierre (Bas)
A charming pickpocket with a past romantic link to Lou, entangled in the underworld of Cesarine.
Monsieur Bernard (Bernie)
An infirmary patient and victim of dark magic, highlighting the brutal conflicts between witches and the Church.
560
Novel • Fiction
France • Medieval Fantasy World
2019
YA
14-18 years
HL610L
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