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The Ghost of Ivy Barn
- The Witches of Woodville, Book 3
- Narrated by: Candida Gubbins
- Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins
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Summary
'A young witch to rival Tiffany Aching. Magic!' FMA Dixon
August 1940. In a quiet village in rural Kent, the enemy is at the gates . . .
The Battle of Britain rages and Faye Bright encounters the ghost of a pilot who won't give up the fight. Before she can help him, Faye is whisked away to join a motley crew of witches to perform a top secret ritual on the White Cliffs of Dover that could repel the invaders.
But there's a catch. The ritual must be executed in the nuddy. Mrs Teach threatens mutiny. Miss Charlotte is intrigued. And Faye wants to call the whole thing off when she suspects there's a spy in their midst.
It's up to Faye Bright to uncover the traitor, all while dealing with the ghost haunting Ivy Barn who may hold the key to the truth. But first, Faye has to learn to fly . . .
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For fans of Lev Grossman and Terry Pratchett comes the third novel in this delightful series of war, mystery and a little bit of magic . . .
Don't miss the other magical books in the WITCHES OF WOODVILLE series!
#1 The Crow Folk
#2 Babes in the Wood
#3 The Ghost of Ivy Barn
#4 The Holly King
Praise for The Witches of Woodville series
'I so enjoyed The Crow Folk. Set in an endearingly odd village in deepest Kent, it's full of engaging characters and weird, witchy goings-on. Fast-paced, entertainingly creepy and at times laugh-out-loud funny, it's also genuinely moving' Michelle Paver, author of Wakenhyrst
'ACE. Smart and funny and written so warmly. It's an absolutely smashing read' Pernille Hughes, author of Probably the Best Kiss in the World
'Swept me straight back to days of losing myself in Diana Wynne Jones novels, and getting lost in truly absorbing, sometimes scary, sometimes emotive adventure with its roots in folklore and history. A story that is full of magic and delight that will thrill readers of any age' Rowan Coleman, author of The Girl at the Window
‘A rural Ben Aaronovitch!’ C. K. McDonnell, author of The Stranger Times
'Warm, witty, witchy wartime fun. With Mark Stay as writer you're always guaranteed a magical read' Julie Wassmer, author of the Whitstable Pearl Mysteries
'You'll love it: Doctor Who meets Worzel Gummidge' Lorna Cook, author of The Forgotten Village
'A jolly romp with witches, demons, and bellringing. Pratchett fans will enjoy this, and Faye is a feisty and fun hero. Dad's Army meets Witches of Eastwick' Ian W Sainsbury
‘Mark Stay’s brilliantly written Witches of Woodville books are somehow funny, cosy, clever and disturbingly dark all at the same time. Terry Pratchett fans will LOVE em’ Lucy Strange
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- NikkiG
- 31-07-22
Brilliant
Loved this, the best in the series yet. The cast of characters is great and I can't wait to spend more time with them.
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- SW
- 09-07-22
Another brilliant book in the series.
I love these books. Candida Gubbins is fantastic at bringing all the characters to life. Can't wait for the next one.
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- Sazz
- 09-12-22
Wholesome stuff
These books are so full of goodness. I love them. Chicken soup for the soul.
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- Carole Stone
- 23-12-22
Fun
Another great book in this series so well read and beautifully drawn characters. Looking forward to the next one
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- Bonnie
- 29-03-24
I'm hooked
I searched for a fantasy / magical series and came across the Witches of Woodville. Three books down in quick succession and I just can't get enough. Such endearing characters, and slightly spooky yet lighthearted stories. Love the WWII detail. 4th book still to listen to; I really hope there are more in the pipeline.
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- Sophie
- 26-01-23
My favourite so far
This series is only getting better! Feeling very wistful that it's over for now, hoping for many more to come 🙏
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- Kindle Customer
- 04-06-23
Lovely book
Holed from page one witches ghost wars not to like we'll written a joy
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- Richard Bat Brewster
- 21-07-22
the Witches of Woodville just keeps building!
The further adventures of the residents of Woodville, but now things have escalated, with the Battle of Britain raging a threat of a full-blown invasion is on the horizon. Faye and friend’s journeys continue to deliver engrossing tales, although by now Faye is used to her life being in danger, she has to deal with spies, murderers, plus how to navigate the right thing when such stakes are at play. More great writing by Mr Stay, the Witches of Woodville just keeps building!
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- G.B. Ralph
- 09-01-23
Magic, history, war, witches...
Is this another Witches of Woodville adventure I see before me? Indeed it is!
And what the blimmin' heck is that? A cosy fantasy convergence! Magic, history, war, witches...
Is this the best chance you have at a top notch read? I rather think it is.
From the desk of Bellamy Dumonde, warlock of some renown (p.p. G B Ralph)
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- SG
- 23-07-22
Mark Stay gets even better...
I'm well invested in the Witches of Woodville books. They are filled with charm and humour, and the series gets better with each book. A wonderful world of cakes and tea, and British quirks. I read it grinning all the way through and there are many laugh outloud moment. Excellent stuff! More please...
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