{"title":"Series: The Hexologists","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to 'The Hexologists' series—a fascinating journey into a world where the mystical arts seamlessly blend with mystery and adventure. Crafted by the talented fantasy author Josiah Bancroft, this series offers readers an intriguing blend of magic, puzzles, and captivating storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet in a richly detailed fantasy universe brimming with enchantment, 'The Hexologists' introduces readers to the innovative minds of two extraordinary protagonists. Together, they unravel complex magical mysteries, ensuring you are riveted from the first page to the last. As professional hexologists, their expertise lies in the deciphering and application of hexes, adding a unique spin to classic detective narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis series effortlessly merges the fantastical elements of magic with the intellectual appeal of mystery-solving, inviting both devoted fans of science fiction and fantasy as well as newcomers to venture into its imaginative realm. The narrative not only challenges the intellect with its clever plots but also enchants readers with the depth and colour of its world-building and character development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're here to explore magical conundrums or to lose yourself in a vividly constructed fantasy world, 'The Hexologists' series promises exhilarating encounters and endless discoveries. Dare to embark on an adventure where the arcane and the enigmatic walk hand in hand!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-hexologists-by-josiah-bancroft-9780356519067","title":"The Hexologists","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the acclaimed author of \u003ci\u003eSenlin Ascends\u003c\/i\u003e comes the first book in a wildly inventive new fantasy series where magical mysteries abound and only one team can solve them: The Hexologists.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Bancroft is a wonder as ever! \u003ci\u003eThe Hexologists\u003c\/i\u003e was a joyous delight on every page - buoyantly inventive, witty, poignant, gripping, and deeply satisfying' \u003c\/strong\u003eMadeline Miller, author of \u003ci\u003eCirce\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the nation's foremost investigators of the paranormal, Isolde and Warren Wilby are accustomed to bumping up against things that go bump in the night. 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