The magic trilogy by Nora Roberts is a captivating series that combines romance, fantasy, and suspense. The three books in the trilogy - "Spellbound", "Enchanted", and "Charmed" - follow the lives of three women who discover they possess incredible magical powers. In "Spellbound", the first book in the series, the author introduces us to the main character, Anastasia Donovan, who is a powerful witch. Ana is reluctant to embrace her powers until she meets Boone Sawyer, a skeptic journalist who challenges her beliefs. Together, they embark on a journey to discover the truth about magic and love. In "Enchanted", the second book, the focus shifts to the character Tracy Tannin, who is a skeptic about magic.
Get Indie Halloween Vibes with These 5 Witchy Songs
There’s nothing that gets you into those indie Halloween vibes like witchcraft. In the past, witches were often perceived as a threat to social order. Huh, kind of like indie music… You may be familiar with Salem witch hunts and trials where many individuals were persecuted and accused of being ‘indie’. Sorry, we meant to write ‘witches’.
Thankfully, we’ve evolved as a society in every sense, and although there are still some parts of the globe where ‘witch’ is synonymous with malevolent practices, in other cultures they are seen as healers, wise individuals, or spiritual practitioners.
Which witch is your witch?
In "Enchanted", the second book, the focus shifts to the character Tracy Tannin, who is a skeptic about magic. When she inherits a centuries-old amulet, Tracy's life takes an unexpected turn. She meets the enigmatic and handsome King Brian, who helps her unlock the secrets of her newfound powers.
Indie Halloween Vibes: 5 Witchy Songs
It’s undeniable that Halloween wouldn’t be the same without a witch or two and whether you decide to go as a healer or malevolent practitioner, you’re probably already in the mood for some indie Halloween vibes.
Here are 5 songs that’ll fog up your room in no time!
“Meet Me In The Woods” by Lord Huron
There’s nothing like Lord Huron for a good haunting, right? We recently mentioned this American indie folk band in our Fall indie vibes post with one of the most popular songs, “The Night We Met” from their 2015 album Strange Trails.
The lyrics tell a mysterious and haunting story:
I have seen what the darkness does
Say goodbye to who I was
I ain’t never been away so long
Don’t look back, them days are gone
Follow me into the endless night
I can bring your fears to life
Show me yours and I’ll show you mine
Meet me in the woods tonight
But, is it really something to fear? If Halloween is about celebrating the blurry line between the living and the dead, then every day should be celebrated, because every day a part of us dies and makes room for something new. That’s what we hope, anyway.
“Walking in the Dark” by Metronomy
This witchy song by Metronomy is included in their 2011 album The English Riviera. As soon as the track begins you’ll notice a blend of electronic and indie pop music that should give you a sense of nighttime adventure and escapism:
Holler if you need me
Holler if you need me, girl
Holler if you need me, girl
Just holler if you need me
‘Cause I couldn’t stand the pain
Of seeing you hurt again, girl
Once again, you’ll need to dig deeper into the meaning of this song; it can mean different things to different people but just like most of our subconscious, it’s a metaphor for exploring the unknown or embarking on a journey. This, combined with electronic elements creates that dreamy – or nightmare – feeling of wandering in the dark.
“Howlin’ For You” by The Black Keys
Time to get wolfy with the American rock band The Black Keys. This track is included in their 2010 album Brothers which’ll add a passionate bluesy rock sound to this horror playlist. One of the most memorable things about this track is the guitar riffs and energetic rhythm.
Can Halloween be about love? As with witches, you are the perceiver and there’s nothing spookier than needing someone like air:
I must admit
I can’t explain
Any of these thoughts racing through my brain, it’s true
But baby I’m howlin’ for you
Alright
There’s something wrong with this plot
The actors here have not got a clue
Baby, I’m howlin’ for you
If you keep listening you’ll find action-movie references which definitely add a vibe of adventure. In fact, it’s been featured in many films, television shows, and commercials. Long live blues and garage and garage rock.
“Spiderhead” by Cage The Elephant
There’s nothing more eerie than a psychedelic vibe. And we love it. This song by MGMT is also the title track from their 4th studio album Little Dark Age (2018). Their known for their psychedelic and experimental sound and this witchy track has that dark and eerie vibe, both musically and lyrically:
Oh-oh, forgiving who you are, for what you stand to gain
Just know that if you hide, it doesn’t go away
When you get out of bed, don’t end up stranded
Horrified with each stone on the stage, my little dark age
Picking through the cards, knowing what’s nearby
The carvings on the face say they find it hard
And the engine’s failed again, all limits of disguise
With clear references to paranoia and fear, it could be an analogy to a new life phase marked by a challenge that you’re afraid to face and that makes you feel uneasy. Interestingly enough, this album also represented a new phase for their music, more of a synth-pop and new wave influence compared to their earlier work. The video is also something worth watching!
“Curse” by Emily Burns
British singer-songwriter Emily Burns is known for her pop music and lyrics that spell out emotion all over. This song focuses more on the emotional rollercoaster that comes with a toxic relationship:
Everybody’s underneath a curse
But it doesn’t work on me
Everybody’s out there getting hurt
But I’m doing perfectly
And the world’s gone mad
Isn’t it sad?
Although the word ‘curse’ here is not a result of witchcraft (we think), it does suggest a relationship that starts to feel like a burden or something hard to break from.
We hope you eased into indie Halloween vibes with our top 5 witchy songs and look forward to sharing our new Halloween playlist soon!
Playlist: Witch Vibes
We’ve always been big fans of witches (and many of us are witches ourselves), but now that we’ve been named as an instigator of the Modern Witch movement by The Guardian, we figured that we should step up our witch game. I mean, our personal witch games are strong as ever, but as a site we could always use some more witchiness, you know?
With that mission in mind, here’s a playlist full of songs for all you brujas, witches, sea hags and fortune tellers. These songs are prefect for all the times when you may be mixing potions in your kitchen, preparing to perform dark rituals with friends or just lounging around your house with your favorite black cat. Some of these songs are on the nose and are explicitly about witches or witchcraft, others are sung by witches, others just give off a good witch vibe, some fall into all of those categories.
“Warlocks and witches in a dance” by John Faed
As Tracy embraces her magical abilities, she finds herself caught in a dangerous battle between good and evil. The final book in the trilogy, "Charmed", centers around Margo Sullivan, a stage magician with a troubled past. Margo is hiding a secret - she possesses real magic. When she meets Josh Templeton, a skeptic professor of parapsychology, their attraction is undeniable. Together, they must harness Margo's powers to stop an ancient evil from rising. Throughout the trilogy, Nora Roberts creates a vivid and enchanting world filled with magical elements and compelling characters. The main theme of the trilogy is the power of love and belief in oneself. Each woman in the series must find the courage to embrace her magical abilities and trust in the power of love to overcome obstacles. Overall, the magic trilogy by Nora Roberts is a thrilling and spellbinding series that combines romance, fantasy, and suspense. It will captivate readers with its enchanting storylines and memorable characters..
Reviews for "Bewitching Romance: Nora Roberts' Magic Trilogy and the Power of Love"
1. John Doe - 2/5 stars - I found "The Magic Trilogy" by Nora Roberts to be quite underwhelming. The plot was predictable and lacked depth, with the characters feeling like cardboard cutouts. The magic elements felt forced and the romance felt cliché. Overall, I was disappointed and wouldn't recommend this trilogy to others.
2. Jane Smith - 1/5 stars - I couldn't even finish "The Magic Trilogy" by Nora Roberts. The writing style was extremely dry and lacked any kind of excitement or intrigue. The characters were one-dimensional and I couldn't connect with them at all. The plot felt repetitive and I found myself getting bored easily. This trilogy was a complete waste of time for me.
3. David Johnson - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for "The Magic Trilogy" by Nora Roberts but was ultimately let down. The magic aspect of the story felt forced and didn't add much depth to the plot. The romance between the main characters was predictable and lacked chemistry. The pacing was slow and I found myself losing interest halfway through the second book. Overall, I was disappointed with this trilogy and wouldn't recommend it to others.
4. Emily Brown - 2/5 stars - "The Magic Trilogy" by Nora Roberts didn't live up to my expectations. I found the writing to be mediocre and the characters to be bland. The romance was predictable and lacked any real spark. The magic elements were underdeveloped and didn't add much to the overall story. I was hoping for more depth and complexity, but unfortunately, this trilogy fell flat for me.
5. Michael Anderson - 1/5 stars - I regret wasting my time on "The Magic Trilogy" by Nora Roberts. The writing was dull and the characters were uninteresting. The plot felt like a repetitive cycle of predictable events. The magic elements were poorly executed and lacked any real excitement. I couldn't connect with the story or feel invested in the outcome. Overall, this trilogy was a disappointment and I wouldn't recommend it.