The Gilded City of Dreams Coming in 2026!

The second book in the Golden Age of Magic series is coming in June 2026. There is more to the story for these Gardiennes during their adventure in America, so if you enjoyed the first novel, make sure to check out the follow-up!

Synopsis for The Gilded City of Dreams:

In 1920s Manhattan, a young fairy godmother is caught in an evil conspiracy to control her sisterhood’s magic in a sweeping historical fantasy by the bestselling author of The Vine Witch.

Unlike most dreamers, Celeste made it in Hollywood—albeit as a Fée Gardienne in a magical, centuries-old sisterhood. Yet her excitement is tempered by the death of the Gardiennes’ leader, making Celeste and her fellow fairy godmother Anaïs caretakers of the sacred elder staff. Charged with returning the ancient relic to Paris, they set off for New York City to catch a steamship to France. But the 1920s Big Apple roars with danger in ways Celeste and Anaïs never anticipated.

Upon their arrival, a street urchin steals the staff and disappears into the shadows. When Anaïs taps into her rebellious streak to search for the thief on her own, she falls into the clutches of a mysterious band of kidnappers who are seemingly aware of the magical possibilities the stolen staff can offer. To find Anaïs and retrieve the enchanted heart of the sisterhood, Celeste must rely on her wits, her magic, and her trust in a stranger—even if it means putting her friend at risk.

Now available for preorder.

Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the first month of release for The Golden Age of Magic so wonderful! Historical Fantasy is my jam, so it was especially exciting to have the novel remain as the number one new release in Historical Fantasy kindle books for the entire month of July.

For those interested in reading more about the Gardiennes, it will be a few months still before the second book comes out. We’re just getting ready to begin the official editorial process on The Gilded City of Dreams next month. That takes a good three or four months. Following that, we should get a cover reveal sometime after the new year. I can’t wait to see what Kimberly Glyder comes up with, though she’ll have a hard time topping the gorgeous cover she did for The Golden Age of Magic!

Speaking of gorgeous, check out those flowers I picked up at the farmer’s market this past weekend. Browsing all the local offerings at the farmer’s market is like going on a mini vacation for an hour. Highly recommend! Such a mood booster.

Thanks again!

-Luanne

Spotlight on: The Golden Age of Magic

July 1st is publication day for The Golden Age of Magic!

Thank you to everyone who has read and/or reviewed the book during it’s pre-publication month as an Amazon First Reads. Now that it is officially out for everyone else, paperbacks can be found at Target.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and Amazon.com. Several independent bookstores and local libraries often stock my books too. Ebooks are always available through Amazon. And if you prefer audio books, you can find a copy at Audible, narrated by Jess Moran.

There is also a Goodreads Giveaway for the ebook beginning July 1st and running through the 28th. Open to U.S. residents only. 100 copies available.

As always, thank you for reading!

There's More to the Story...

First, thank you to everyone who has read and reviewed The Golden Age of Magic so far while it’s an Amazon Prime Member First Reads selection! The book’s official release date is July 1, 2025 for everyone else.

And, yes, the story continues! Those familiar with my novels probably already know that since writing The Vine Witch trilogy, my follow-up books have all been set up as duologies. I try to write the first one as a stand alone as far as the main plot goes, but leave certain situations still pending resolution for the second installment.

The second book in The Golden Age of Magic series is titled The Gilded City of Dreams. It is set in New York City and will be out spring of 2026. If you’re left feeling like something in the first book wasn’t resolved satisfactorily, it just might get more attention in the next story. Hint: Don’t give up on Nick just yet! Sometimes a girl just has to take care of business before pleasure.

Thank you again for reading!

-Luanne

A First Reads Selection FOR JUNE!

I’m happy to announce that The Golden Age of Magic is a First Reads choice for June! If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can read the book one month before its official release on July 1st at no additional cost to you.

I had so much fun writing this novel about fairy godmothers in 1920s Hollywood (be sure to check out my previous post about my research trip to L.A.). As with all my books, there’s magic, mischief, and murder wrapped up in a bit of mystery. I hope you enjoy the story!

Happy Reading!

Luanne

Synopsis:

Against the backdrop of 1920s Hollywood, a young fairy godmother on a mission is embroiled in malicious magic, mystery, and murder in a thrilling historical fantasy by the bestselling author of The Vine Witch.

Celeste is about to become one of the thirteen Fées Gardiennes, a centuries-old sisterhood of fairy godmothers. To be granted full status, she must usher her first protégé onto their path of destiny. Where better to find a starry-eyed ward than in the land of magic and illusion called Hollywood?

It’s 1927. The moviemaking business is booming when Celeste befriends a young studio seamstress whose dreams outshine everyone else’s. Rose is talented and underappreciated and could use some enchanted intervention in her life. Plans proceed swimmingly, and Celeste even catches the eye of a handsome producer. But after a series of unexplained accidents on the studio lot stir up rumors of a curse, Celeste fears the trouble is more personal—the spiteful meddling of a fellow Gardienne out to thwart Celeste’s success.

But the sabotage turns sinister when a starlet is murdered and it’s Rose who stands accused. As vengeance, dark magic, and betrayal wreak havoc, Celeste must come into her full power to save her innocent protégé and secure her own future in a cherished, ancient, and now threatened sisterhood.

LET THE GLAMOUR BEGIN!