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The Reimagining of Thornwood House

Author Jaleigh Johnson
Hardcover
$30.00 US
Berkley / NAL | Ace
6"W x 9"H | 20 oz | 12 per carton
On sale Jun 09, 2026 | 400 Pages | 9798217188819
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A witch and her young ward discover a magical, walking house and learn the true meaning of home in this cozy, enchanting novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaleigh Johnson.

Evelyn Sharpe is accustomed to dealing with natural disasters as a land witch, but she longs for a life with a little less danger for her and her adopted daughter, Ruby. So when the opportunity to take over as Caretaker of Thornwood House—a sentient home that acts as the magical heart of the village of Iskendra—arises, it seems almost fated.

When they arrive in sunny Iskendra, Evie and Ruby find the house is nothing like what they expected: First of all, it has walked away from the address. Thornwood House is also grumpy, guarded, and extremely hesitant to allow the two witches through its doors.

Armed with gentle hearts and wild magic, Evie and Ruby begin to form tentative bonds with the house and the citizens of the small town. But there’s something deeply damaged about the building seeping into the forests surrounding Iskendra, and Evie will have to use all her power to protect the roots she’s started to grow.
“Johnson has created something from the soul here — a story warm-hearted and full of wild magic that feels like slipping back into a half-remembered dream. The prose is luminous, the atmosphere, luxuriantly cosy; it's cottagecore, but the cottage is sentient and has an attitude. Running throughout is a deft exploration of family, mother-daughter love, and what it means to find a place to call home. The Reimagining of Thornwood House is for those who love their fantasy sweet, ethereal, Ghibliesque, with some slightly spooky dark corners.”—Brigitte Knightley, New York Times bestselling author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy

"Absolutely delightful! The Reimagining of Thornwood House is everything you want it to be: warm, wonderful, and magical in all the best ways! I loved every page! A new favorite!"—Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

"The Reimagining of Thornwood House is an utter delight, packed with charming characters, small-town hijinks, and a grumpy house that is hiding more than it seems under its shingles. I loved the strength of the bond between Evie and Ruby, the sweet blossoming romance, and the overarching message that people (and houses) are not always what they seem! Magical, whimsical, and full of heart!"—Keshe Chow, international bestselling author of Strange Familiars
© Holly Birch Photography
Jaleigh Johnson is a New York Times bestselling author who lives and writes in the wilds of the Midwest. She has written fiction for middle-grade readers and for adults, including the World of Solace series, and novels for Dungeons and Dragons, Marvel, and Assassin's Creed. Johnson is an avid gamer and lifelong geek. Visit her online at Jaleighjohnson.com or on Instagram @jaleighjohnson23. View titles by Jaleigh Johnson

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A witch and her young ward discover a magical, walking house and learn the true meaning of home in this cozy, enchanting novel from New York Times bestselling author Jaleigh Johnson.

Evelyn Sharpe is accustomed to dealing with natural disasters as a land witch, but she longs for a life with a little less danger for her and her adopted daughter, Ruby. So when the opportunity to take over as Caretaker of Thornwood House—a sentient home that acts as the magical heart of the village of Iskendra—arises, it seems almost fated.

When they arrive in sunny Iskendra, Evie and Ruby find the house is nothing like what they expected: First of all, it has walked away from the address. Thornwood House is also grumpy, guarded, and extremely hesitant to allow the two witches through its doors.

Armed with gentle hearts and wild magic, Evie and Ruby begin to form tentative bonds with the house and the citizens of the small town. But there’s something deeply damaged about the building seeping into the forests surrounding Iskendra, and Evie will have to use all her power to protect the roots she’s started to grow.

Praise

“Johnson has created something from the soul here — a story warm-hearted and full of wild magic that feels like slipping back into a half-remembered dream. The prose is luminous, the atmosphere, luxuriantly cosy; it's cottagecore, but the cottage is sentient and has an attitude. Running throughout is a deft exploration of family, mother-daughter love, and what it means to find a place to call home. The Reimagining of Thornwood House is for those who love their fantasy sweet, ethereal, Ghibliesque, with some slightly spooky dark corners.”—Brigitte Knightley, New York Times bestselling author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy

"Absolutely delightful! The Reimagining of Thornwood House is everything you want it to be: warm, wonderful, and magical in all the best ways! I loved every page! A new favorite!"—Sarah Beth Durst, New York Times bestselling author of The Spellshop

"The Reimagining of Thornwood House is an utter delight, packed with charming characters, small-town hijinks, and a grumpy house that is hiding more than it seems under its shingles. I loved the strength of the bond between Evie and Ruby, the sweet blossoming romance, and the overarching message that people (and houses) are not always what they seem! Magical, whimsical, and full of heart!"—Keshe Chow, international bestselling author of Strange Familiars

Author

© Holly Birch Photography
Jaleigh Johnson is a New York Times bestselling author who lives and writes in the wilds of the Midwest. She has written fiction for middle-grade readers and for adults, including the World of Solace series, and novels for Dungeons and Dragons, Marvel, and Assassin's Creed. Johnson is an avid gamer and lifelong geek. Visit her online at Jaleighjohnson.com or on Instagram @jaleighjohnson23. View titles by Jaleigh Johnson

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