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The Conjurer's Wife

Sarah Penner
3.85/5 (7362 ratings)
In nineteenth-century Venice, a young woman’s marriage to an illusionist hides secrets that go deeper than his spectacular acts. The stage is set for transformation in a mesmerizing short story by the New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary.

In 1820s Venice, world-renowned magician Oscar Van Hoff confounds sold-out crowds with his astounding manifestations. Even his beautiful wife and assistant, Olivia, is mystified. Her job is to smile and recite her lines—onstage and in society. But the thankless routine is bringing out her rebellious side. Then, on the eve of what promises to be Oscar’s greatest performance yet, Olivia uncovers a secret with the power to shatter all her husband’s illusions. Now the finale belongs to her.
Format:
Kindle Edition
Pages:
pages
Publication:
2025
Publisher:
Amazon Original Stories
Edition:
Language:
eng
ISBN10:
1662526210
ISBN13:
9781662526213
kindle Asin:
B0D6RSVHLR

The Conjurer's Wife

Sarah Penner
3.85/5 (7362 ratings)
In nineteenth-century Venice, a young woman’s marriage to an illusionist hides secrets that go deeper than his spectacular acts. The stage is set for transformation in a mesmerizing short story by the New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary.

In 1820s Venice, world-renowned magician Oscar Van Hoff confounds sold-out crowds with his astounding manifestations. Even his beautiful wife and assistant, Olivia, is mystified. Her job is to smile and recite her lines—onstage and in society. But the thankless routine is bringing out her rebellious side. Then, on the eve of what promises to be Oscar’s greatest performance yet, Olivia uncovers a secret with the power to shatter all her husband’s illusions. Now the finale belongs to her.
Format:
Kindle Edition
Pages:
pages
Publication:
2025
Publisher:
Amazon Original Stories
Edition:
Language:
eng
ISBN10:
1662526210
ISBN13:
9781662526213
kindle Asin:
B0D6RSVHLR