Bittershore: The Sunday Times bestselling world of Sanctuary returns in this dark fantasy thriller of magic, romance and witches

Name: Bittershore: The Sunday Times bestselling world of Sanctuary returns in this dark fantasy thriller of magic, romance and witches
Price: 8.99 USD
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Rating: 4.6 (46 reviews)
Author: V.V. James

by V.V. James

Mystery Thriller Fantasy Dark Romance

4.6 (46)

358 pages~6 hr readPublished by Hachette UKPublished 2025-01-30

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Perfect for you if...

You love dark fantasy that's grounded in real-world persecution and contemporary settings rather than pure escapism.
You want morally complex female characters who aren't heroes or villains but people fighting to survive and reclaim power.
You're drawn to stories where magic intersects with modern institutions like law enforcement and Congress, creating tension between the supernatural and the rational.

Maybe not for you if...

You prefer cosy witchy vibes and whimsy over darkness and consequences.
You need your witches to be unambiguously good and your magic systems explained in technical detail.
You're looking for a standalone novel, as this is a sequel that relies heavily on events from the first book.

About this book

A boy's death at a party in Sanctuary sparked widespread grief in the town, but not everyone accepts the official account. Detective Maggie Knight now faces a congressional hearing as a new wave of witch persecution emerges. Exiled witch Sarah Fenn and her daughter Harper seek refuge after fleeing Sanctuary. They encounter whispers of dangerous magic and a centuries-old legend that promises power. When a brutal magical crime occurs, all three are drawn back into conflict. The novel combines murder mystery with dark fantasy, exploring modern-day witchcraft, small-town secrets, and persecuted individuals reclaiming their power.

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Price has dropped 3 times over the last 2 years. Goes on sale roughly every 191 days. Typically stays discounted for 30 days.

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Currently around #177K in the Kindle store — a niche title. Climbing the charts — 77% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.6★ from 46 reviews

Gaining approximately 3 new reviews per month. Rating has dipped slightly from 4.9 to 4.7.

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