4.6 (38,786 ratings)

Shadow of Night: A Novel

Name: Shadow of Night: A Novel
Rating: 4.6 (38786 reviews)
Author: Deborah Harkness
ISBN: B008J9GGMA

by Deborah Harkness

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About this book

Diana Bishop and Matthew Clairmont have fled the modern world, leaping back through time to the treacherous streets of Elizabethan London. As a powerful witch and a brooding vampire geneticist, the star-crossed pair must navigate a dangerous era where their very existence is a death sentence. Surrounded by spies, alchemists, and the enigmatic members of the School of Night, they are desperate to find a mentor to unlock Diana’s dormant powers and recover the elusive Ashmole 782.

This second installment of the All Souls series masterfully blends historical fiction with high-stakes urban fantasy. The narrative leans into the beloved academy trope as Diana undergoes a rigorous magical education, while their deepening bond faces the ultimate test against the ghosts of Matthew’s past. It is a lush, atmospheric descent into a world where magic is raw and the consequences of love are lethal.

For fans of paranormal romance, this journey offers a sophisticated, immersive experience that transcends simple supernatural thrillers. Whether you are drawn to the hidden history of shifters and witches or the slow-burn intensity of a forbidden romance, this novel delivers a sweeping, addictive epic. Prepare to lose yourself in a story where time is porous and the shadows of the past hold the key to the future.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B008J9GGMA

Reader Reviews

A solid second installment on a once-in-a-lifetime literary journey.

July 10, 2012

After first hearing about A Discovery of Witches, I embarked on a journey with Diana and Matthew that was completely a enthralling, once in a lifetime experience. I have since read ADOW 3 times and have been impatiently waiting for the second book in the trilogy to surface. After getting my hands on a borrowed ARC, I was able to skip ahead of line just a teensy bit.. Suffice to say, it was worth the wait. If you haven't yet,BUY THESE BOOKS! Shadow of Night continues that amazing journey and...

Magical!

July 19, 2012

In Shadow of Night, Deborah Harkness weaves a magical tale of history, discovery and redemption. It is beautiful to behold. She continues with the story of Diana and Matthew which takes them on a tumultuous journey of pain and self-discovery. I felt this was Matthew's book where A Discovery of Witches was Diana's. Ms. Harkness gave us some great insight on who Matthew was, is and will be all while Diana tries to develop her magical powers. They are taking separate journeys but in the end they...

Wonderful stories and characters woven through History

June 7, 2013

For those of us who have read and reread the first two of Deborah Harkness' All Souls Trilogy novels, I am guessing that like me, you yearn for the third in the series and check her website often. But that kind of quality cannot be rushed so we wait and some of us reread them. These novels are packed with details and character depth that they warrant rereading. I hardly ever reread a book no matter how good the book, nor how bored I am. But there are always exceptions to the rules and I do love...

Loved this trip back in time...

July 7, 2014

Last week I was mostly MIA... Well that's thanks to the fact I had started this book. It's a hefty read just like its predecessor was, and just like the final installment will be I'm sure. Once again I was transported into a world of humans, witches, vampires, daemons and more... And once again I LOVED it. This book picks up right where book one left off. We find Diana and Matthew at the destination of their time walking... the year 1590. Elizabethan England. I am someone who has a lot of love...

A magical Carpet Ride

August 26, 2012

Shadow of Night (All Souls Trilogy #2) By: Deborah Harkness Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda Length: 24 hrs and 30 mins. Hardback: 592 Published: July 10th 2012 by Viking Adult & Penguin Audiobooks \"Together we lifted our feet and stepped into the unknown\"--the thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestseller A Discovery of Witches Deborah Harkness exploded onto the literary scene with her debut novel, A Discovery of Witches, Book One of the magical All Souls Trilogy and an international...