Sarah Painterová je autorkou, která s lehkostí překračuje žánrové hranice a přináší čtenářům směsici nadpřirozených příběhů, atmosférické beletrie a napínavých thrillerů. Její díla se často vyznačují pohlcujícími prostředími a historickými prvky, které jsou protkány magickými a tajemnými motivy. Painterová zkoumá složité vztahy a temnější zákoutí lidské psychiky s neotřelým vypravěčským stylem. Její schopnost vytvářet poutavé světy a postavy z ní činí všestrannou a fascinující autorku.
Set in the enchanting world of Pendleford, this tale weaves a magical and heartwarming narrative. The story, penned by bestselling author Sarah Painter, explores themes of mystery and the supernatural, inviting readers to uncover the secrets of ghosts. Prepare for a captivating journey filled with charm and wonder as the characters navigate their mystical surroundings.
Heavy is the head that wears the crown…Lydia has taken over as the leader of the Crow Family and is trying to keep the criminality to the bare minimum. DCI Fleet has told her he is ‘all in’ but there have to be limits and Lydia doesn’t want to find out what they are.When the head of the Silver Family, Alejandro, drops down dead, Lydia needs to work out whether it was natural causes or murder. And fast.Lydia has made enemies of the Pearl King, Maria Silver, and her own uncle. Plus, her position at the top puts her in the sights of many more. Lydia has evaded death in the past, and is gaining greater mastery over her power every day, but now she isn’t just worried about saving herself…Can Lydia find out what happened to Alejandro Silver before she runs out of luck?
"There's a new Crow in town... After the explosive events of The Copper Heart, Lydia must deal with a secret service operative with murder in his heart. The mysterious Mr Smith has sent a professional assassin after Lydia and the bonds of blood are stretched to breaking point when it turns out to be someone very close to home. Meanwhile, the head of the powerful Silver Family is demanding a favour and Lydia must comply or risk their fledgling alliance. To be strong enough to beat the odds stacked against her Lydia must delve deep into Crow Family lore, but what she discovers is far from a fairy tale... In a fight between two Crows, only one can win, but is Lydia willing to do what it takes to defeat her adversary?"--Provided by publisher
An exciting new paranormal mystery series from bestselling author of magical fiction, Sarah Painter. 'My favourite new urban fantasy series, clever and twisty and deliciously magical, with a shivery sense of wonder that feels utterly grounded in its London setting.' - Stephanie Burgis.
"London is Lydia Crow's city so when a man is found hanged under Blackfriars Bridge, she takes it personally. Driven by her desire to improve her fledgling P.I. skills and an innate sense of justice, Lydia investigates. Even when it seems as if the Silver Family might be involved, Lydia refuses to back down. The Silver Family, who run the finest law firm in London, have a gift for persuasion. In the Bad Old Days it was said they could make a man jump off a roof by convincing him he could fly. But that's all in the past ... Isn't it? Everybody wants something from Lydia: Her Uncle Charlie wants her to join the infamous Family Business, her ghostly flatmate wants her to test her power, DCI Fleet wants a relationship, and the Silver Family want her to keep her nose out. Trouble is, Lydia has never been much good at taking orders. And London in a heatwave is a dangerous place to be."--Provided by publisher
"A cursed Fox. A vengeful Silver. A whole lot of trouble. Lydia Crow has long suspected there is more beneath London than just trains, but has never been keen to poke around in the dark. But when Paul Fox, powerful member of the Fox Family, blackmails her into taking a case, she has no choice. Investigating a suspicious death in a disused tunnel of the London Underground for her ex-boyfriend causes friction between her and DCI Fleet - and not the fun kind. Uncle Charlie is still pressuring her to work for the Family business, her ghostly flatmate is looking for answers about his own demise, and Maria Silver is out for blood. Preferably Lydia's. With old alliances broken, it's harder for Lydia to know who to trust. There is a big choice up ahead and it's getting closer by the second. Lydia has to find a path in the darkness - and fast."--Publisher
Mysteriös, magisch und manchmal tödlich ... Willkommen auf Unholy Island! Unsichtbare Schutzzauber wachen über die kleine Gemeinschaft auf Unholy Island und schützen die ungewöhnlichen Bewohner vor neugierigen Blicken. Doch Unholy Island ist mehr als nur ein Zufluchtsort für Magisch-Begabte oder Nicht-Nur-Menschen und als der Bürgermeister verschwindet, ist nicht nur die Insel, sondern die ganze Welt in die Gefahr. „Der Inselgott“ ist der fesselnde Abschluss der Trilogie Unholy Island. *Die Unholy-Island-Serie spielt in derselben Welt wie die Urban-Fantasy-Mystery-Reihe Crow Investigations, kann aber auch unabhängig davon gelesen werden.
Band 1-3: Der Nachtrabe / Der Silberschein / Der Fuchsbau
Die Geschichte entfaltet sich auf der geheimnisvollen Unholy Island, wo Esme Gray als Wächterhexe die magischen Schutzzauber der Insel bewahrt. Luke Taylor, auf der Suche nach seinem verschwundenen Zwillingsbruder, bricht die Regel, nicht länger als zwei Nächte zu bleiben, und stößt auf eine Gemeinschaft voller Geheimnisse. Als er eine Leiche entdeckt, wird er selbst verdächtigt, während ein aufziehender Sturm und seine wachsenden Gefühle für Esme die Situation weiter komplizieren. Diese zeitgenössische Fantasy eröffnet eine neue, spannende Serie von Sarah Painter.
