The Witches of St. Petersburg

In The Witches of St. Petersburg, two sisters from the impoverished King of Montenegro, Militza and Stana, travel to St. Petersburg to secure advantageous marriages within the Romanov court, aiming to protect their homeland. As they navigate their new, hostile environment, they seize the opportunity to befriend the lonely Tsarina Alexandra, who is desperate for an heir. Delving into black magic, the sisters engage in séances and rituals, only to encounter the enigmatic Rasputin, whose arrival alters their fates and changes the course of Russian history. This richly detailed historical fiction debut weaves themes of magic, power, and intrigue against the backdrop of the Romanov era.