"Thoroughly charming and deftly paced." -- The New York Times "Invigoratingly original, crisply and subtly and wittily written." --Anthony Rapp "C.L. Polk's Witchmark is a delightfully compulsive read. With an intriguing alternate world of magic and modernity and the costs of both, and an endearing protagonist in Dr. Miles Singer -- more, please!" --Carrie Vaughn "Enthralling, fast-paced, and romantic, Witchmark unveils a fascinating world. Polk writes with assured ease.
I can't wait for her next book!" --Elizabeth Hoyt "This book has it all: alternate history Edwardian world, magic system world-building, murder mystery, family drama, examination of class systems -- did I mention magic? -- and a sweet male/male romance." --Alyssa Cole "A crackler, with layers like a nesting doll and just as delightful to discover. Witchmark is a can't-miss debut that will enchant readers." -- Booklist , starred Review "Polk's stellar debut. blends taut mystery, exciting political intrigue, and inventive fantasy. Polk is a writer to watch." -- Publishers Weekly , starred Review "The world of this new series feel rich and familiar, yet wholly unique. The atmosphere is perfect for this tale of dangerous magic, lost souls and lonely hearts.
" -- RT Book Reviews "The subtle ways Polk builds her characters, reveals the systems under which they live and unwinds a complicated, twisting plot with both personal and political implications are testaments to her skill as a storyteller." -- Shelf Awareness "This book has romance, mystery, witch battles, and bicycle chases." --Elizabeth Bear "Glowing with expertly handled magic, in a deeply-layered alternate world, Polk's Witchmark is a serious mystery and a steaming romance. I'm enchanted." --Fran Wilde " Witchmark is a brilliant read, full of atmosphere and thrills, likable characters, and more than a bit of romance. It is a remarkable debut!" --Los Angeles Public Library "If you need a fun queer period adventure romance, you'll want to add this to your TBR pile." --Aliette de Bodard " Witchmark is an exciting, accomplished and wonderfully written debut. C.
L. Polk has created a world which, while recognisable, is nonetheless wholly original -- the perfect setting for a fast-paced, complex and wonderfully characterised story." --Foz Meadows A Reader's Digest Top 25 Best Fantasy Series Ever Written.