This was a discovery indeed. I happened upon this book while reading People magazine. They reviewed the book and it seemed like something I would like. I loved this book from the moment I started reading it. They story is different from all the other books I've read. It didn't construe witches vampires and daemons in the same way that they have been portrayed. Each witch has certain powers rather than all witches having all powers and vampires to fry in the sun or shimmer either. Daemons aren't evil creatures they are instead overactive thinkers. The story is very complex as well. There are so many layers and it can be easy to get lost. I find the love story to be interesting. They like each other for their faults and they are loyal from the start. But this is more than just a love story. It is full of adventure, secrets and history. I love how fierce Diana can be. She is strong, intelligent and doesn't allow people to push her around. Matthew is smart, mysterious and somewhat controlling but in this book that's normal for a vampire. Diana compliment each other very well. They push each other to grow.
A warning however. When reading this book know that it is set up as a trilogy. The second book, Shadow of Night, came out in July of 2012 and the third has not yet been released. I advise having the second book ready when you finish this book. A Discovery of Witches is an addicting book especially at the end and you will want to jump straight into Shadow of Night.
