The House of the Wizard

The House of the Wizard, written by Mary Imlay Taylor and first published in 1899, is a historical novel set during the reign of King Henry VIII. The story follows the Carew family of Devon, particularly Mistress Betty Carew, as she navigates the complexities of court life amidst political intrigue and personal struggles. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society, beginning with a tragic event that alters the family's dynamics and introduces Betty into their world of royal intrigues and enigmatic figures.