"Never look into the eyes of a witch" or so Esther Hawthorn has been told time and time again, ingrained into her since she was a mere child. Yet, she could not seem to look away from the witch that has now involved herself into every waking thought. Her curiosity runs wild despite the dangers she's been warned of time and time again. Witches are pure evil, created by the devil. And yet, she cannot help herself from exploring the dangers of a witch. Betrothed to a man she does not love, what shall she do? Will she follow what has been graciously planned for her or will she defy the heavy social constructs and tradition her home follows so meticulously to be with the one her heart yearns for? #5 in victorian romance!!