Praise for Circle of Shadows
“Circle of Shadows is a terrifically engaging tale of supernatural goings-on in Edwardian England, complete with séances, spell books and sinister academic cults.”
– Tim Major, author of The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Recently published
Circle of Shadows is the first in a new series of historical fantasy for adults, published by Hodderscape.
It’s 1904, and when a young woman investigates the mysterious death of her father, she finds herself caught in an occult conspiracy, with danger all around.
Meet Marisa
Marisa has two writing identities.
In one she’s a professor of history, a historical consultant for television series and the author of books about the French Revolution. In the other she writes grounded fantasy, where supernatural beings, witches, ghosts and figures from ancient folklore inhabit a hidden world on the edge of our own.
Historical consultancy
Marisa has made many TV and radio appearances, and was the historical adviser for the 2022 TV series, based on the classic French novel of 1782, Dangerous Liaisons.
Events
Marisa is available for event bookings, public talks and festival appearances.