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Catherine Doyle

    January 1, 1990

    Catherine Doyle crafts compelling young adult narratives that delve into themes of family, bravery, and self-discovery. Her style, influenced by modern cinema and personal ancestral tales, creates rich and atmospheric worlds. Doyle explores the intricacies of human connection, uncovering profound truths through thrilling adventures. Her work stands out for its emotional depth and its ability to immerse readers in the heart of the story.

    Catherine Doyle
    The Dagger and the Flame
    Burning Crowns (Twin Crowns 3)
    The Lost Tide Warriors
    The Storm Keepers' Battle
    Inferno
    Mafiosa
    • 2024
    • 2024

      In the dark underbelly of a beautiful city, two rival assassins are pitted against each other in a deadly game of revenge, where the most dangerous mistake of all is falling in love... In Fantome, a kingdom of cobbled streets, flickering lamplight, beautiful buildings, and secret catacombs, Shade-magic is a scarce and deadly commodity controlled by two enemy guilds: the Cloaks and the Daggers - the thieves and the assassins. On the night of her mother's murder, 17-year-old Seraphine runs for her life. Seeking sanctuary with the Cloaks, Sera's heart is set on revenge. But are her secret abilities a match for the dark-haired boy whose quicksilver eyes follow her around the city? Nothing can prepare Sera for the moment she finally comes face-to-face with Ransom, heir to the Order of Daggers. And Ransom is shocked to discover that this unassuming farmgirl wields a strange and blazing magic he has never seen before... As the Cloaks and the Daggers grapple for control of Fantome's underworld, Sera and Ransom are consumed by the push and pull of their magic, and the deadly spark and terrible vengeance that keeps drawing them back together...

      The City of Fantome - 1: The Dagger and the Flame
    • 2024

      The Dagger and the Flame

      • 512 pages
      • 18 hours of reading

      Set in a fantastical city reminiscent of Paris, the story revolves around two rival assassins engaged in a lethal game of revenge. As they navigate their dangerous rivalry, the stakes heighten when unexpected feelings complicate their mission. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the high cost of vengeance, all against a richly imagined backdrop filled with intrigue and peril.

      The Dagger and the Flame
    • 2024

      'Utterly brilliant. Sensationally swashbuckling. Completely magical' - A.F Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief From the award-winning author of The Storm Keeper's Island, set sail on Catherine Doyle's latest perilous adventure to the magical islands of Darksea Deep in the heart of the Atlantic Ocean, where the full moon rests on the horizon, lies a secret kingdom called Darksea. Ruled by the Pirate King, Captain O'Malley, Darksea's tranquil waters have, of late, been haunted by an invisible and deadly monster - a monster that is eating the once-beautiful islands in gigantic bites. On the other side of the horizon, at his home in Galway, Max Reid and his family are battling a different monster. His big brother Christopher is in hospital and getting sicker - and his parents have begun to talk of miracles. Then one night a loud, bright red parrot taps on Max's bedroom window, carrying an invitation from the pirate king. Captain O'Malley needs a new crew member for a dangerous quest; and the reward is everything Max has been hoping for. But in Darksea, not everyone is as they seem. When Captain O'Malley's secret threatens to upend their mission and destroy Max's chance to help his family, Max realises he's going to have to navigate much more than he bargained for...

      Pirates of Darksea
    • 2024

      Burning Crowns (Twin Crowns 3)

      • 456 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.2(138)Add rating

      Bestselling authors and real-life sisters-in-law Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber join forces on a compelling YA fantasy bursting with high-stakes adventure, romance and humour! Wren and Rose rule the kingdom of Eana. But an ancient, powerful enemy moves in the shadows. Oonagh, the twins' evil undead ancestor, is creating a terrifying army, and she is determined to fight for the throne. Rose must gather support from the four corners of the kingdom whilst she wrestles with what the future holds for her and her beloved Shen. Meanwhile, Wren and Alarik set out to destroy the curse that both unites and weakens them. Caught between the King of Gevra and his Captain of the Guard, Tor, Wren must decide where her heart truly lies . . . When Oonagh's true plans are revealed and Rose's life hangs in the balance, the stage for the final battle is set. Sacrifices will be made, blood will be spilled. Who will survive to rule the kingdom of Eana? The epic, breathtaking conclusion to this bestselling romantasy trilogy!

      Burning Crowns (Twin Crowns 3)
    • 2023

      Cursed Crowns

      Signed Edition (Rose) - Waterstones Exclusive Edition

      • 576 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      Bestselling authors and real-life sisters-in-law Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber join forces on a compelling YA fantasy bursting with high-stakes adventure, romance and humour. Two queens, one throne. What can possibly go wrong . . .?

      Cursed Crowns
    • 2023

      The second book in the swoony and high-stakes fantasy rom-com series that began with Twin Crowns, about twin princesses separated at birth--from bestselling authors Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber. Twin queens Wren and Rose have claimed their crowns...but not everyone is happy about witches sitting on Eana's throne. Coolheaded Rose plans a royal tour to establish goodwill throughout the kingdom. But Wren balks--how can they gallivant around Eana when their grandmother Banba is imprisoned in Gevra? Impatient Wren steals away on a ship to the icy north, where King Alarik offers a deadly magical bargain in exchange for Banba's freedom. Desperate, Wren agrees. But her spell has unexpected consequences.... Meanwhile, when Rose's royal tour is interrupted by a mysterious stranger claiming to be from the long-lost Sunkissed Kingdom, the strands of destiny pull her south to the ancient Amarach Towers, where only the Seers of Eana know why the Restless Sands are erupting--and why Shen-Lo himself might hold the key. But back in Anadawn, rebellion is brewing. And if Eana is to stand a chance at peace, the sisters will need to reunite once more and convince their people to forsake old loyalties for new ones.

      Cursed Crowns
    • 2022

      Amy and Liam Bell have been packed off to stay at Gran's house in the wilds of Connemara for the summer. Out for a walk on the first morning of their holiday, they trace the flight of a hawk to a nearby waterfall – only to watch the bird disappear through it. Intrigued, the children follow and soon realise they've discovered the entrance to Tír na nÓg, the legendary land of eternal youth.But they've been tricked. Almost immediately Liam is captured by a troop of headless horsemen who take him to Tarlock, the ruling sorcerer of Tír na nÓg, who is seeking the bones of a human child for a sinister new spell.

      The lost girl king
    • 2022

      Bestselling authors Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber present a captivating YA romantic fantasy filled with high-stakes adventure and crossover appeal, centered on twin princesses separated at birth. The story follows Wren Greenrock, who is determined to reclaim her rightful place by avenging her parents' murder and usurping her sister, Princess Rose Valhart. Trained for power, Wren will do anything to protect her community of witches. Meanwhile, Rose grapples with the responsibilities of her royal status, including a marriage into a brutal kingdom, and soon discovers that life beyond the palace walls is far more perilous than she ever imagined. As the twin sisters from vastly different worlds come to understand each other's lives, their destinies intertwine in unexpected ways. This enchanting tale combines adventure, romance, and humor, making it a must-read for fans of popular authors like Stephanie Garber and Sarah J. Maas. With its intricate world-building and unforgettable characters, this book has already captured the hearts of readers, reaching number 9 on the Sunday Times Bestseller chart in May 2022.

      Twin Crowns
    • 2021

      In the thrilling conclusion to the acclaimed Storm Keeper's Island series, evil sorceress Morrigan rises, and Fionn and his friends must use their wits to save Arranmore Island's future. Fionn Boyle, Storm Keeper of Arranmore, is facing the fight of his life. The terrifying, all-powerful sorceress Morrigan has risen from the dead and has sealed off the island from all outside help. Fionn is the only thing that stands between her and a dark future. He's got to find a way to defeat her. But there are some terrible choices in store as the dark sorcerer begins to take his nearest and dearest for her own. With only two magic candles left to burn, will Fionn master his powers in time to stop her? The race is on to save the island from the clutches of evil, before the tide turns on Arranmore for good.

      The Storm Keepers' Battle