The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish

A Novel

By: Paula Brackston

Narrated by: Marisa Calin

The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish is book one in New York Times bestselling author Paula Brackston's new, magic-infused series about Hecate Cavendish, an eccentric and feisty young woman who can see ghosts.

England, 1881. Hereford Cathedral stands sentinel over the city, keeping its secrets, holding long forgotten souls in its stony embrace. Hecate Cavendish speeds through the cobbled streets on her bicycle, skirts hitched daringly high, heading for her new life as Assistant Librarian. But this is no ordinary collection of books. The cathedral houses an ancient chained library, wisdom guarded for centuries, mysteries and stories locked onto its worn, humble shelves. The most prized artifact, however, is the medieval world map which hangs next to Hecate’s desk. Little does she know how much the curious people and mythical creatures depicted on it will come to mean to her. Nor does she suspect that there are lost souls waiting for her in the haunted cathedral. Some will become her dearest friends. Some will seek her help in finding peace. Others will put her in great peril, and, as she quickly learns, threaten the lives of everyone she loves.

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

Critic reviews

<p>"Brackston seamlessly blends horror, fantasy, and mystery...readers with a penchant for gothic fantasy won’t want to miss this." — <i>Publisher's Weekly</i><br><br>"Hecate Cavendish is a breath of fresh air - a young woman who knows her own mind and is prepared to swim against the tides of her time - and ours. Her capacity to explore the reaches of reality with courage and panache is a delight. This is a charming, uplifting, lyrical read, a perfect antidote to the roller-coaster angst of our times." — Manda Scott, Author of The Boudica Dreaming Series</p>

Exciting!!

Characters, storyline, narrator, all brilliant! Paula Brackston is an amazing author who brings her characters to life and drag you in to the story, every time!

Brave Hecate

I absolutely loved this book. Paula once again wrote an amazing story of magic. I can't wait for the next!!

One of her best

Loved this book! I think THOHC is one of Paula Brackston's best works - a thoroughly enjoyable page turner. Definitely on par with the quality of the "The Found Things" series. Actually wished my commute to & from work was a little bit longer so I could continue to listen & listen... And as usual, Marisa Carlin's narration rocks as well! :) Cannot wait for book 2.

God Bless!

Interesting Story

I really enjoyed the narrator for this book and how she was able to bring it to life. The story was unique and I liked how it went against the norms of the time for women. I love a female heroine and this one didn't disappoint. overall, great fun.

Good Story

I liked the story. The narration was a little off to me. I’m not sure if it’s the way the narrator read it or if it was something in the editing process but I had to check several times that I had not accidentally sped it up. There are many times where the speaking sounds almost as if it’s on fast forward. Her voice and inflection were fine it was just the speed that was off.