In the world of magic and enchantment, favored charms have a special place. These magical gems, often worn as jewelry, are believed to possess mystical powers and bring good luck to those who possess them. These charms are highly sought after by individuals who believe in the power of magic and the ability to influence destiny. Favored charms come in a wide variety of forms, from simple pendants to intricate bracelets adorned with precious gems. Each charm is believed to have its own unique qualities and symbolism. For example, a charm featuring a heart-shaped gemstone may symbolize love and passion, while a charm with a small owl may represent wisdom and insight.
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Their elderly aunts almost seemed to encourage the whispers of witchery, with their musty house and their exotic concoctions and their crowd of black cats. A frantic attempt to save a young man s life spurs three generations of the Owens women, and one long-lost brother, to use their unusual gifts to break the curse as they travel from Paris to London to the English countryside where their ancestor Maria Owens first practiced the Unnamed Art.
For example, a charm featuring a heart-shaped gemstone may symbolize love and passion, while a charm with a small owl may represent wisdom and insight. The belief in the power of favored charms dates back centuries, with different cultures and civilizations having their own versions of these enchanting objects. Some charms are believed to bring good luck and protect against evil spirits, while others are thought to enhance one's natural abilities or attract wealth and prosperity.
The Book of Magic: A Novel (The Practical Magic Series #4) (Hardcover)
This is book number 4 in the The Practical Magic Series series.
- #1: Magic Lessons: Book #1 of the Practical Magic Series (Paperback): $17.99
- #2: The Rules of Magic: A Novel (The Practical Magic Series #2) (Paperback): $16.99
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“A wonderful conclusion to the series with a new generation of Owens to charm us. For fans who like their books with a good dose of magic, and readers who enjoy a family saga with characters that win you over. What a treat!”
— Laura Taylor, The Oxford Exchange, Tampa, FL
“Hoffman certainly knows how to enchant” (The New York Times Book Review) in this breathtaking conclusion to the Practical Magic series—a spellbinding and bewitching novel that asks how far will you go to change your fate?
For over three-hundred years a curse has kept the Owens family from love—but all of that is about to change. The novel begins in a library, the best place for a story to be conjured, when beloved aunt Jet Owens hears the deathwatch beetle and knows she has only seven days to live. Jet is not the only one in danger—the curse is already at work.
A frantic attempt to save a young man’s life spurs three generations of the Owens women, and one long-lost brother, to use their unusual gifts to break the curse as they travel from Paris to London to the English countryside where their ancestor Maria Owens first practiced the Unnamed Art. The younger generation discovers secrets that have been hidden from them in matters of both magic and love by Sally, their fiercely protective mother. As Kylie Owens uncovers the truth about who she is and what her own dark powers are, her aunt Franny comes to understand that she is ready to sacrifice everything for her family, and Sally Owens realizes that she is willing to give up everything for love.
A heartfelt and satisfying conclusion to a beloved series, The Book of Magic celebrates mothers and daughters, sisters and brothers, and anyone who has ever been in love.
Alice Hoffman is the author of more than thirty works of fiction, including The Book of Magic, Magic Lessons, The World That We Knew, Practical Magic, The Rules of Magic (a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick), the Oprah’s Book Club Selection Here on Earth, The Red Garden, The Dovekeepers, The Museum of Extraordinary Things, The Marriage of Opposites, and Faithful. She lives near Boston.
- Fiction / Historical
- Fiction / Occult & Supernatural
- Fiction / Fantasy / Romance
“Delightfully witchy… Alluring on its own, it’s also a satisfying end to a timeless saga.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW, Editor’s Choice
“Some stories begin at the beginning and others begin at the end.” So opens The Book of Magic, the final installment of Alice Hoffman’s popular Practical Magic series, a page-turning fairy tale of a saga that spans three books, one star-studded movie adaptation and multiple centuries of adventure and misadventure, love lost and found and bottomless cauldrons of sorcery in the lives of the bewitchingly witchy Owens family. like the witches who populate her stories, Hoffman certainly knows how to enchant." —NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW
"Alice Hoffman has given us such a gift with this series, and this final chapter is sure to be another heartfelt celebration of mothers and daughters and the magic of falling in love." —LITHUB
“I love Alice Hoffman. Full of Hoffman’s bewitching and lucid prose and vivid characters, The Book of Magic is ultimately about the very human magic of family and love and actions that echo through generations. Filled with secrets and splendor and light and dark, the novel works as well as a stand-alone as it does as a conclusion to a mesmerizing series. It casts a spell.” —MATT HAIG, New York Times best-selling author of The Midnight Library
The effectiveness of favored charms is a matter of personal belief and perception. Skeptics may dismiss them as mere superstition, while believers place great faith in their abilities to bring positive energy into their lives. Regardless of one's viewpoint, it is undeniable that favored charms hold a significant place in the world of magic and enchantment. In conclusion, favored charms are magical gems believed to possess mystical powers and bring good luck to those who possess them. These charms come in various forms and are highly sought after by individuals who believe in their ability to influence destiny. Whether one believes in their power or not, favored charms hold a special place in the realm of magic and enchantment..
Reviews for "Exploring the Different Shapes and Cuts of Magical Gems for Favored Charms"
1. Emily - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Favored Charms Magical Gems. The packaging was cute, but the actual product was a letdown. The gems were so small and didn't even sparkle like I had expected. I tried wearing them in my hair and on my clothes, but they just looked cheap. Definitely not worth the price.
2. David - 1 star - I do not recommend the Favored Charms Magical Gems at all. They are poorly made and have a strange smell to them. The adhesive on the back doesn't stick well, so they kept falling off my accessories throughout the day. The colors were also dull and not as vibrant as they appeared in the pictures. Save your money and look for better quality gems elsewhere.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - Honestly, I was really excited to try out the Favored Charms Magical Gems, but they were such a disappointment. The adhesive was weak and didn't hold the gems in place, so I ended up losing half of them within the first hour of wearing them. The gems themselves were also very small and not as dazzling as I had hoped. Overall, I wouldn't recommend these gems if you're looking for something eye-catching and long-lasting.