Serpent & Dove is a fantasy novel by Shelby Mahurin about a witch and a witch hunter forced into an arranged marriage. It follows Lou, a witch who has forsaken her magic, and Reid, a devout witch hunter who has sworn to eradicate witches. Forced together by a scandal, they enter a marriage that is challenged by the ancient conflict between their kinds, their growing feelings for each other, and the secrets they both keep. The book is the first in a YA fantasy trilogy with themes of forbidden love, witchcraft, and an overarching plot of witches trying to reclaim their land.
Characters
- Lou: A witch who has abandoned her powers and lives a life of thievery in the city of Cesarine.
- Reid Diggory: A devout witch hunter who lives by the principle of not suffering a witch to live.
- Madame Labelle: A madam who is revealed to be Reid’s mother.
- Coco: A friend of Lou’s who plays a significant role in the story.
Plot and themes
- Arranged Marriage: Lou and Reid are forced into an arranged marriage after Lou pulls a “wicked stunt” to avoid capture by Reid.
- Forbidden Love: The central conflict revolves around the forced proximity of Lou and Reid, which leads to growing feelings despite their conflicting beliefs.
- Witchcraft and Magic: The story is set in a world where witches are hunted and feared by the Church. Magic is portrayed as a difficult and costly thing to wield.
- Overarching Conflict: The series features a larger plot where witches are trying to reclaim their land, and Lou plays a critical, albeit unwilling, role in their plans.
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