Macallister, Greer

Macallister follows up The Magician's Lie with a novel of the power of sisterhood, shining a spotlight on the barbaric treatment of the mentally ill in this period as well as society's view of women who don't fit the "traditional" mold. Readers will become engrossed in Charlotte's journey of self-discovery as she fights to free herself and her sister from a rigged system. [See Spring Editors' Picks, p. 20.]

Inspired by true events, this is a sure crowd-pleaser for lovers of historical fiction and chilling plotlines.

Fans of historical fiction will enjoy this book. ["Macallister…has created a captivating world of enchantment and mystery that readers will be loath to leave," read the review of the Sourcebooks Landmark hc, LJ 9/15/14.]

In her historical fiction debut, Macallister, a poet and short story writer who has penned a contemporary novel under a pseudonym, has created a captivating world of enchantment and mystery that readers will be loath to leave. Fans of Sara Gruen's Water for Elephants may also enjoy this title as the exotic settings (circus, magic show) are more of a backdrop for a larger story in both cases than an integral part of the plot.