The Gilded City of Dreams

A Novel

By: Luanne G. Smith

Narrated by: Jess Moran

In 1920s Manhattan, a young fairy godmother is caught in an evil conspiracy to control her sisterhood’s magic in a sweeping historical fantasy by the bestselling author of The Vine Witch.

Unlike most dreamers, Celeste made it in Hollywood—albeit as a Fée Gardienne in a magical, centuries-old sisterhood. Yet her excitement is tempered by the death of the Gardiennes’ leader, making Celeste and her fellow fairy godmother Anaïs caretakers of the sacred elder staff. Charged with returning the ancient relic to Paris, they set off for New York City to catch a steamship to France. But the 1920s Big Apple roars with danger in ways Celeste and Anaïs never anticipated.

Upon their arrival, a street urchin steals the staff and disappears into the shadows. When Anaïs taps into her rebellious streak to search for the thief on her own, she falls into the clutches of a mysterious band of kidnappers who are seemingly aware of the magical possibilities the stolen staff can offer. To find Anaïs and retrieve the enchanted heart of the sisterhood, Celeste must rely on her wits, her magic, and her trust in a stranger—even if it means putting her friend at risk.

©2026 by Luanne G. Smith. (P)2026 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Good story

Good storyline. creative and fun adventure! it's a sequel that stands up well. The characters are interesting and the pacing is good.

Very Enjoyable

This was another well crafted tale by a gifted author! Interesting, exciting, and sweet! I look forward to whatever Luanne Smith publishes next.