Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness
Viking (Penguin) July 10, 2012
Waiting for this book was excruciating- but after reading it, every
moment spent waiting was worth it. When Diana and Matthew time-walk to
Elizabethan London, Matthew thinks he has everything under control. But
time has changed him, and surprises (and secrets) lurk. Harkness has
woven history and magic together, complete with accurate portrayals of
historical figures, artwork, and sciences. The result is a book as much
for those who love historical fiction as fantasy or romance. As with A
Discovery of Witches, Deborah Harkness's loving descriptions of manuscripts and magic are just as appealing as her descriptions of Matthew. Her knowledge of
history and an ability to craft intricate plot makes Harkness the
perfect writer for educated women looking for an escapist read (and the
book makes a perfect post-finals gift). 
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