Item Specifics:
• Author: Karen Mahoney
• Publisher: Random House Australia
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Condition: Used – Good/Fair (please see photos for details)
• Genre: Fantasy
Description:
Up for sale is a used copy of The Iron Witch by Karen Mahoney, published by Random House Australia. This paperback is in good to fair condition with normal signs of wear from previous use. The cover and pages show minor wear but are fully intact and readable.
This book is ideal for collectors or fans of fantasy literature. Please review all photos and the description carefully before purchasing. If you have any questions or need additional photos, feel free to send me a message.
Plot:
The Iron Witch by Karen Mahoney is a young adult fantasy novel with elements of urban fantasy, romance, and adventure. It follows Donna Underwood, a teenage girl with alchemically enhanced iron tattoos on her arms, which give her superhuman strength. After losing her parents to a fey-related tragedy, she struggles to fit into the normal world while also dealing with the secrets of the alchemist society that raised her.
When her best friend Navin is kidnapped by dark fae, Donna is forced to embrace her powers and her mysterious past to save him. Along the way, she meets Xan, a half-fey outsider with his own secrets, leading to a mix of romantic tension, magical conflicts, and self-discovery.
The novel blends alchemy, fae mythology, and a modern setting, creating a story that will appeal to fans of gothic fantasy, secret societies, and forbidden magic. It’s a good pick for readers who enjoy books like The Mortal Instruments or Wicked Lovely, though it has a quieter, more introspective tone.