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The Rowbury Curse: Prequel to The Rowbury Raven
Feathers and Fate, book As the prequel to The Rowbury Raven, The Rowbury Curse is a darkly woven tale of deception, monstrous intent, and a chilling unraveling of what it means to belong–to fate, to family, and to oneself. This haunting descent into the Rowbury legacy illuminates the dark magic that binds souls together, even those who were never meant to be.
EVERY CURSE HAS AN ORIGIN, THIS IS WHERE IT BEGAN
Trusting him was a mistake. That single, mistaken trust was the first thread of fate weaving into existence–one that would haunt her for the rest of her life. She thought she was making a choice to survive, to escape. But some choices are never truly ours to make.
Before the raven, before the reaper, before the curse... there was a prophecy. And a man who refused to accept it.
GOLDEN THREADS, A FATE DIVINE.
SILVER CHAINS, A CURSE DESIGNED.
Extended
In a hidden realm of mist and terrible creatures, a light witch is in hiding, trying to outrun the shadows that have always hunted her. But when she crosses paths with a mysterious stranger offering salvation, her fate takes a dangerous turn. Drawn into a game she doesn't fully understand, she must navigate a world of trickery, temptation, and ancient magic.
The man who saves her is no ordinary traveler. A tall, dark, and handsome type–he's charming, clever, and cloaked in secrets. But something behind his easy smile lies in wait, ready to pounce.
As twisted threads of fate begin to tighten around her, the witch must decide who she can trust... and whether the greatest danger is the curse that hunts her, or the man.
EVERY CURSE HAS AN ORIGIN, THIS IS WHERE IT BEGAN
Trusting him was a mistake. That single, mistaken trust was the first thread of fate weaving into existence–one that would haunt her for the rest of her life. She thought she was making a choice to survive, to escape. But some choices are never truly ours to make.
Before the raven, before the reaper, before the curse... there was a prophecy. And a man who refused to accept it.
GOLDEN THREADS, A FATE DIVINE.
SILVER CHAINS, A CURSE DESIGNED.
Extended
In a hidden realm of mist and terrible creatures, a light witch is in hiding, trying to outrun the shadows that have always hunted her. But when she crosses paths with a mysterious stranger offering salvation, her fate takes a dangerous turn. Drawn into a game she doesn't fully understand, she must navigate a world of trickery, temptation, and ancient magic.
The man who saves her is no ordinary traveler. A tall, dark, and handsome type–he's charming, clever, and cloaked in secrets. But something behind his easy smile lies in wait, ready to pounce.
As twisted threads of fate begin to tighten around her, the witch must decide who she can trust... and whether the greatest danger is the curse that hunts her, or the man.
258 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 13, 2025
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C. Mathie
4 books25 followersC. Mathie is a narrative poet and storyteller who blends themes of romance, mystery, and the supernatural into her writing.
Her love of literature began at a very young age, and even resulted in trouble a time or two when she would get caught reading while hiding her book below her desk in the middle of class...
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Her love of literature began at a very young age, and even resulted in trouble a time or two when she would get caught reading while hiding her book below her desk in the middle of class...
On a day-to-day basis, she spends time working on her photography and editing photos, content creating for social media, and caring for her family. If she finds herself with a spare moment and a hot cup of coffee, she loves to play video games, read, and craft. She currently resides in Idaho with her husband and their four children.
You can find C. Mathie on these social media platforms:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmathie_author
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June 27, 2025
4.5 but rounding up. It has been a pleasure to see this author grow from book one to book two. PLEASE GIVE THIS BOOK TILL AT LEAST CH. 8 UNTIL YOU JUDGE IT. Everything is not as it seems… Truly.
A prequel novel can really be hit or miss for me, but I really enjoyed this story and all of the characters. I loved how truths came unraveled. How questions from book one where answered. Yet there are still plenty of questions left for book 3.
I am eager to see how book 3 and the rest of this story will unravel.
A prequel novel can really be hit or miss for me, but I really enjoyed this story and all of the characters. I loved how truths came unraveled. How questions from book one where answered. Yet there are still plenty of questions left for book 3.
I am eager to see how book 3 and the rest of this story will unravel.
August 10, 2025
what. wait what. WHAT.
very very good sequel/ prequel to TRR. absolutely did not expect ANY OF IT.
I’m sorry.
1. Sorcha being half sisters with mansyn. Wtf meter 8/10
2. Rannoch being the daddy of sorcha AND being a changing. wtf meter 100/10
3. RANNOCH PROBABLY IMPERSONATING SORCHA AT SOME POINT AND TIME AND BEING THE ONE THAT TOOK MANYSN AND INITIATED HER CURSE. WTF WTF WTF WTF.
seeing all the characters in a younger and new light was SO cute and fun.
but the whole time (i knew i wouldn’t see her) i was asking— “okay where’s manysn”
duh yeah she wasn’t born BUT STILL
very very good sequel/ prequel to TRR. absolutely did not expect ANY OF IT.
I’m sorry.
1. Sorcha being half sisters with mansyn. Wtf meter 8/10
2. Rannoch being the daddy of sorcha AND being a changing. wtf meter 100/10
3. RANNOCH PROBABLY IMPERSONATING SORCHA AT SOME POINT AND TIME AND BEING THE ONE THAT TOOK MANYSN AND INITIATED HER CURSE. WTF WTF WTF WTF.
seeing all the characters in a younger and new light was SO cute and fun.
but the whole time (i knew i wouldn’t see her) i was asking— “okay where’s manysn”
duh yeah she wasn’t born BUT STILL
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 22, 2025
After the cliffhanger in Raven, I was all kinds of excited to make the ARC team for Curse. Although this is a prequel and doesn’t pick up where Raven left us, we get several answers in this novella. I need to read Raven again with new insight.
It’s multi-POV, and one is the villain.
There is a complete plot twist in the dang PROLOGUE.
The epilogue takes us back to the prologue for Raven and gives more insight (you will find out the who behind the Raven prologue here).
Trust, lies, love, manipulation, betrayal, mythical creatures, emotion, character development.
I do hope to get more details in the future into the types of magic, how it works, and why it’s used, but those answers may be ones I find in Raven when I reread.
Great job, C. Mathie, on your second published work. I can’t wait to see where this series takes us.
It’s multi-POV, and one is the villain.
There is a complete plot twist in the dang PROLOGUE.
The epilogue takes us back to the prologue for Raven and gives more insight (you will find out the who behind the Raven prologue here).
Trust, lies, love, manipulation, betrayal, mythical creatures, emotion, character development.
I do hope to get more details in the future into the types of magic, how it works, and why it’s used, but those answers may be ones I find in Raven when I reread.
Great job, C. Mathie, on your second published work. I can’t wait to see where this series takes us.
June 20, 2025
Hello… again 🙃 ‘Tis I, the terribly twisty author of this book! I’m sensing an oncoming theme of rating my own works, and no one has stopped me thus far so…
NOTHING is as it seems!! Book two, as a prequel to book one, The Rowbury Raven, begins with an enormous plot twist—right in its prologue. The characters are so complex, mysterious, and deeply motivated. The villain behind the Rowbury curse is one you’ll absolutely hate to love, and love to hate. Their POV will leave you reeling (you’ve been warned).
Lies, traps, manipulation, dark creatures, spice, romance, magic, and more! ❤️🔥✨
NOTHING is as it seems!! Book two, as a prequel to book one, The Rowbury Raven, begins with an enormous plot twist—right in its prologue. The characters are so complex, mysterious, and deeply motivated. The villain behind the Rowbury curse is one you’ll absolutely hate to love, and love to hate. Their POV will leave you reeling (you’ve been warned).
Lies, traps, manipulation, dark creatures, spice, romance, magic, and more! ❤️🔥✨
June 22, 2025
The Rowbury Curse gives you the answers you were looking for from The Rowbury Raven but in a nonchalant way that makes YOU need to get those wheels grinding. C Mathie orchestrated The Rowbury Curse in a way that makes you think for yourself, finding the connections between both books that were / are blurred, and wanting more. Oh for the Love of Fates, does it ever leave you wanting more! (IYKYK what I'm saying by that first line 😏)
I'm questioning so many things right now --
Helene. Heustice. Ronnach. Izara. The Undying Curse. THE BRIGHTLING -- because I swear, I think I made that connection now, but I'm still questioning if I'm right! 🫣 & now, Mansyn more than ever - my wheels are grinding about my thoughts on her. But the connections and *my thoughts* are entirely there and I seriously cannot wait to see what happens in the third book!! The only one I've got down to a 'T' is Tamahra and why she is so willing to be helping how she does from the first book with Mansyn.
You are not going to want to miss this book, especially after reading The Rowbury Raven. Yes, this book does give you answers from book one but it also keeps excited suspense for the 3rd book to come!
You should 100% make sure to read The Rowbury Raven before reading The Rowbury Curse.
Tropes:
🐦⬛ Villain POV
🐦⬛ Blood Magic
🐦⬛ Curses
🐦⬛ Manipulation
🐦⬛ Stalking
🐦⬛ Mystical Creatures
🐦⬛ Forced yet found true love
I'm questioning so many things right now --
Helene. Heustice. Ronnach. Izara. The Undying Curse. THE BRIGHTLING -- because I swear, I think I made that connection now, but I'm still questioning if I'm right! 🫣 & now, Mansyn more than ever - my wheels are grinding about my thoughts on her. But the connections and *my thoughts* are entirely there and I seriously cannot wait to see what happens in the third book!! The only one I've got down to a 'T' is Tamahra and why she is so willing to be helping how she does from the first book with Mansyn.
You are not going to want to miss this book, especially after reading The Rowbury Raven. Yes, this book does give you answers from book one but it also keeps excited suspense for the 3rd book to come!
You should 100% make sure to read The Rowbury Raven before reading The Rowbury Curse.
Tropes:
🐦⬛ Villain POV
🐦⬛ Blood Magic
🐦⬛ Curses
🐦⬛ Manipulation
🐦⬛ Stalking
🐦⬛ Mystical Creatures
🐦⬛ Forced yet found true love
September 16, 2025
⭐️ 4.5/5 stars
The Rowbury Curse by C. Mathie
Wow… this book was such an emotional ride for me. It’s definitely on the darker side (so please check the trigger warnings first), but I was completely pulled in from the start. The strength and will of the main female character honestly blew me away—what she goes through is heartbreaking, but her resilience made me admire her so much.
I’ll be honest, there were parts of this book that made me mad, parts that made me sad, and others that actually made me smile. That mix of emotions is what made the story so powerful. C. Mathie has such a gift for writing characters that feel real—raw, flawed, and human—even in the middle of such a heavy fantasy world.
And speaking of fantasy, I really loved the omens and all the darker, magical elements. The world feels big and layered, but the emotions hit so close to home that I couldn’t stop reading. That balance is something I really admire in writing.
Even though this book was tough to read at times, (TWs) I loved it, and I’m already so excited for book three. I need to know what happens next!
The Rowbury Curse by C. Mathie
Wow… this book was such an emotional ride for me. It’s definitely on the darker side (so please check the trigger warnings first), but I was completely pulled in from the start. The strength and will of the main female character honestly blew me away—what she goes through is heartbreaking, but her resilience made me admire her so much.
I’ll be honest, there were parts of this book that made me mad, parts that made me sad, and others that actually made me smile. That mix of emotions is what made the story so powerful. C. Mathie has such a gift for writing characters that feel real—raw, flawed, and human—even in the middle of such a heavy fantasy world.
And speaking of fantasy, I really loved the omens and all the darker, magical elements. The world feels big and layered, but the emotions hit so close to home that I couldn’t stop reading. That balance is something I really admire in writing.
Even though this book was tough to read at times, (TWs) I loved it, and I’m already so excited for book three. I need to know what happens next!
June 21, 2025
Can you say PLOT TWIST!?
This book gives you so much information, in such a short amount of pages.
But wow, the character development and just the over all story is great! Complex characters, mysterious (and sometimes creepy) atmosphere, and everyone is driven…in ways you may not believe (when you finally get some answers 😏).
This book is great and I’m going to anxiously await for a third one!
This book gives you so much information, in such a short amount of pages.
But wow, the character development and just the over all story is great! Complex characters, mysterious (and sometimes creepy) atmosphere, and everyone is driven…in ways you may not believe (when you finally get some answers 😏).
This book is great and I’m going to anxiously await for a third one!
July 1, 2025
A round of applause for C. Mathie on this incredible prequel! I absolutely devoured it! The twists and turns had me hooked from start to finish. To keep things spoiler-free, I’ll keep it simple: if you loved The Rowbury Raven, you’re going to be obsessed with this one. You might even find a few answers to the questions that have been haunting you since book one!
July 1, 2025
This prequel is fantastic! We get some answers but not too many. It had all my emotions going from confusion to surprise to down right anger then to giddiness. C. Mathie likes to say “things are not as they seem” and man is she not lying. She’s over here giving me trust issues in the best way possible and leaving me wanting more!
June 22, 2025
This book takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions. You love to hate characters...you watch them grow...and fall... It makes you question everything you've known. It is the prequel to book one and truly sets you up with a deeper understanding of why certain things are happening. I cannot wait for book three and to get more of Mansyn and Righan.
June 24, 2025
Such a great book! I couldn’t put it down!! I can’t wait to see what else happens
July 2, 2025
I’m speechless. You get sucked in the first few pages and never want to stop reading! I love how easily I can visualize everything the author writes for us! The vibes are all there and I love it!
June 29, 2025
I LOVED this book! I was so excited to start this book and get some answers from the first book, as it is a prequel to The Rowbury Raven. The characters and world-building are so good!! C. Mathie has woven such an intricate story - every action plays a pivotal role in the events taking place in The Rowbury Raven. Get ready for a twisty tale that sets up the futures of integral characters!!
September 12, 2025
just when you think you know…. you don’t!
Loved the second book even more than the first! Full of twists and turns that keep you turning pages. :) Can not wait for the third book, I feel like this story is just beginning!
Loved the second book even more than the first! Full of twists and turns that keep you turning pages. :) Can not wait for the third book, I feel like this story is just beginning!
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