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Book Four of the Darnalay Castle Series

The Song of the Magpie (Paperback)

The Song of the Magpie (Paperback)

A tale of resilience and redemption.

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1824 Australia. Caitlin Blackwell’s life has been shaped by the whims of men—the cruel landlord who evicted her family when she was a child, the dirty grinders who bought her favors in the alleyways of Cork and the uncaring husband who was forced upon her when she arrived as a convict in Australia twenty years ago. But at last, she’s a widow. She's inherited a farm of her own, and she’s determined to seize control of her destiny.

There’s only one thing stopping her from becoming the prosperous, independent woman she’s always dreamed she could be: she’s illiterate.

Enter Michael Dunn, a man haunted with guilt. After six months of hell and hard labor at Moreton Bay penal colony—for a crime he should have known better than to commit—he’s more than haunted. He’s broken. Empty. A shell of a man. 

But somehow, he’s given another chance. A glimmer of hope in an unexpected assignment to teach an Irish widow to read. 

As Caitlin and Michael’s new life blooms amidst the vast Australian landscape, they uncover a secret that threatens everything they hold dear. Can they face the demons of their pasts and embrace an uncertain future?

Published on September 26, 2024. 252 pages.

"I loved everything about this book."

- Goodreads reviewer

Frequently asked questions:

How long will my book take to arrive?

Paperback orders are generally dispatched within 3-5 business days. Shipping times vary by country and shipping method - look for estimated shipping times listed along with the shipping method choices during checkout.

What if I don't like the book? Can I return it?

Yes! If you are unhappy with your paperback for any reason, you may return it within 30 days of purchase for a full refund.

What's the steam level?

This book contains several multi-page open door sex scenes, and several shorter/less explicit scenes.

What are the content warnings?

The Song of the Magpie includes discussion of prostitution, miscarriage, physical abuse by law enforcement and forced eviction.

Do you offer book club discounts?

Yes! I'm happy to offer discounts on purchases of three or more books. Email me (louise@louisemayberry.com) with the details and we can work something out.

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  • "The author has such a beautiful way with words and her details can easily sweep you into the time period, allowing you to completely lose yourself in the story." - Emily

  • "This was my favorite book in the Darnalay Castle series. I neglected my work and house cleaning for 2 days and binged The Song of the Magpie." - Kaitlyn

  • "I can honestly say that this is one of the best redemption stories I've ever read." - Tracy

The Darnalay Castle Series

Step into the early industrial age—a world of radicals and romantics, capitalists and aristocrats—in these evocative, ground-breaking historical romances.

About Me

Hi there! I'm Louise. I write steamy historical novels that blur the lines between romance and historical fiction.

I believe in the transportive power of love, and I'm fascinated by the connection between the past and the present - how threads that were spun hundreds of years ago are still woven into the fabric of our lives today.

My stories are angsty and steamy and full of adventure... and of course they always end with a happily ever after.♥️

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