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The Witches of Cambridge
The Witches of Cambridge: A Novel | Menna van Praag
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For fans of Alice Hoffman, Sarah Addison Allen, and Adriana Trigiani, The Witches of Cambridge reveals an astonishing world where the hearts deepest secrets give way to the magic of life-changing love.Be careful what you wish for. If youre a witch, you might just get it. Amandine Bisset has always had the power to feel the emotions of those around her. Its a secret she can share only with her friendsall professors, all witcheswhen they gather for the Cambridge University Society of Literature and Witchcraft. Amandine treasures these meetings but lately senses the ties among her colleagues beginning to unravel. If only she had her student Noas power to hear the innermost thoughts of others, she might know how to patch things up. Unfortunately, Noa regards her gift as a curse. So when a seductive artist claims he can cure her, Noa jumps at the chance, no matter the cost.Noas not the only witch whosin over her head. Mathematics professor Kat has a serious case of unrequited love but refuses to cast spells to win anyones heart. Katssister, Cosima, is not above using magic to get what she wants, sprinkling pastries in her bakery with equal parts sugar and enchantment. But when Cosima sets her sights on Kats crush, she conjures up a dangerous love triangle.As romance and longing swirl through every picturesque side street, the witches of Cambridge find their lives unexpectedly upended and changed in ways sometimes extraordinary, sometimes heartbreaking, but always enchanting.Praise for The Witches of Cambridge Intriguing and original . . . The magic that works wonders for modern-day English witches also charms readers in this delightful and quirky romantic tale.Publishers Weekly A lively and whimsical tale of romance, family, and friendship sure to delight her fans and newcomers alike.Booklist Fans of Alice Hoffmans Practical Magic are sure to enjoy The Witches of Cambridge. . . . [Menna] van Praags writing is lyrical and the story sweetly affirming.BookPageFind your next book club pick, read special features, and more. Join the Random House Readers Circle.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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Nicki_K
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This was a charming magical read, I really enjoyed it. I loved the concept of a witches book club, it is definitely the kind of bookclub I would be joining. The writing reminded me of the Sarah Addison Allen books I have read, it was a captivating read for anyone who likes a witchy/whimsical element in their books.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ #thewitchesofcambridge #mennavanprague #tea_sipping_bookworm #goodreads #greatreads #witches #fantasy #thestorygraph #litsy

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bethjustbeth
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Stumbled across this author in my local library. Her book, the lost art of letter writing, was fantastic so I thought I'd best delve into her her world once more.
See you on the other side!

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Kboltz
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My friend gave me this book to read. Looking at the cover I probably would have never chosen this. It‘s a really quick, fun read about modern day witches and their lives using their given magic talents and their lives at Cambridge. I may have to read her other books😛

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Kboltz
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Can someone explain to me what a Tupperware sky looks like?!🤔 No, really!

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Fiddleysticks
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On the whole I really enjoyed this book. I thought the pace was a bit fast towards the end, but still enjoyable. I like the mix of reality and magic in this book. It's a comforting snuggly book.

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Fiddleysticks

Héloïse has always been drawn to used books far more than new ones. She loves to hold them and wonder who else has done so; she‘s excited to find notes in the margins or pages folded over, showing that someone has loved this particular moment of the story especially.

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LindaGrace812
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This is a definite pick. I love books set in the regular world with a bit of magic added. This book is sweet and simple and simply delightful. It isn't "literary fiction", but it is absolutely enjoyable.

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LindaGrace812

Some lighter fare.

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Imagineannie
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I bought this because I'd just read a book by the author and really enjoyed it. I'm going to finish because I want to see what happens, but I am feeling cheated. Same themes, situations, and even two of the character names from the other book. Too many characters sans depth. Ick.

LindaGrace812 I enjoyed The House at the End of Hope Street but not The Dress Shop of Dreams. So far I'm enjoying this one. 8y
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