The Demon and The Witch

The Demon and the Witch is a captivating fantasy novel that transports readers to a mystical world inspired by Norse myths.. Ragnarok was over a thousand years ago but the world is still a harsh place of warriors and witches.. Anike is an apprentice herbalist whose ambition is to become a master and set up a shop in her home town. When her father falls ill she must seek a cure. On that search she is plunged into a very different life and must take a dangerous journey to find out more about witchcraft.. As Anike learns more she has to contend with betrayal monsters fear and prejudice before she can confront the consequences of her own power.. The Demon and the Witch is a story of myth and magic but also a very personal tale of a young woman becoming an adult.It explores themes of identity power and the struggle for acceptance in a world that fears what it does not understand. Anike's transformation from a cautious young woman into a formidable witch is mirrored by the shifting dynamics within her community revealing the true nature of those around her.. The Demon and the Witch is the first book in the Saga of the Witch.