4.3 (1,298 ratings)

A Dark and Secret Magic

Name: A Dark and Secret Magic
Rating: 4.3 (1298 reviews)
Author: Wallis Kinney
ISBN: B0D8R41V1X

by Wallis Kinney

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About this book

Hecate Goodwin has cultivated a life of quiet solitude, tending to her apothecary and foraging the deep woods of Ipswich. As a hedge witch, she thrives in the stillness of her cottage, far removed from the complex hierarchies of coven life. But when her sister demands she host the annual Halloween gathering, Kate’s peaceful world begins to fracture. The pressure of the coven is only the beginning of her troubles, as an unexpected visitor arrives on her doorstep seeking sanctuary.

Matthew Cypher is a man from Kate’s past, a charismatic practitioner of forbidden magic who once deceived her. Despite her lingering resentment, she is bound by her duty to offer him shelter. As they navigate an uneasy truce, their connection deepens into a dangerous, forbidden-love that threatens to consume them both. This atmospheric tale draws on the myth of Hades and Persephone, blending cozy cottagecore vibes with the dark, jagged edges of ancient necromancy.

When Kate unearths a mysterious tome written in her late mother’s hand, she realizes her coven has been harboring lethal secrets for generations. Forced to choose between loyalty and the truth, Kate must embrace her stolen power to survive the coming autumn. Perfect for fans of paranormal romance, this story is a spellbinding journey of found-family, buried history, and the sacrifices we make for those we love.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0D8R41V1X

Reader Reviews

The perfect fall read with a dash of magic!

September 27, 2025

I really enjoyed this book—it’s the perfect way to kick off the fall and Halloween season! The story weaves together just the right mix of romance, family, hidden secrets, and a wonderfully hateable villain. I especially loved the recipes included at the end—I can’t wait to try them out! )

Solid Autumnal read

October 4, 2025

This has all the bright and dark moments of Practical Magic and the Witches of Eastwick and a deep undercurrent of Family first as the theme. Mothers protecting their daughters and a man who will sacrifice everything he is for the woman he loves. As a standalone, I know the plot couldn't breathe as much as it could have, and the characters couldn't be as fleshed out.so it suffered a bit as a whole. But the right balance is there, and there are enough vibes to be satisfying. ) 2 people found...

Favorite cozy witchy book

December 3, 2025

Have you been looking for the perfect cozy witchy cottage core book with suspense and a touch of romance ? One with writing so beautiful that you feel like you can taste the magical meals the main character is making? And then you wish you had the recipes for those meals cuz they sound sooooo good! And SPOILER the recipes are in the back of the book!!!!!! This is it! This is my fav witchy book. I never stop recommend it and everyone Iv convinced to read it has loved it. Def check it out )...

Favorite cozy witchy book

December 3, 2025

](https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_avp?ie=UTF8&nodeId=G8UYX7LALQC8V9KA) Have you been looking for the perfect cozy witchy cottage core book with suspense and a touch of romance ? One with writing so beautiful that you feel like you can taste the magical meals the main character is making? And then you wish you had the recipes for those meals cuz they sound sooooo good! And SPOILER the recipes are in the back of the book!!!!!! This is it! This is my fav...

Interesting idea but lacking execution and flimsy plot

September 19, 2025

All the autumn vibes, little substance I wanted so much to like this book, but the writing almost feels too reliant on heavy-handed, cozy descriptions. It bogs down the plot a bit. I feel like the level of descriptions of mundane items with no plot relevance is distracting. While there is a lot described, the world building is lacking and left me with more questions than answers. As far as the romance aspect of this, there isn't a lot of chemistry between the two main characters present. I...