Anna McCluskey

Mattie and Tillie are rebels with a dangerous mission: to dismantle the Auditors, a shadowy secret society of mages that… Mattie and Tillie are rebels with a dangerous mission: to dismantle the Auditors, a shadowy secret society of mages that secretly controls their urban world. Their plan to undermine the powerful organization seemed to be working, especially with the help of recent defectors from the Auditors' ranks. But when these new allies suddenly turn on them, wielding magic unlike any they’ve ever encountered, Mattie and Tillie realize a more sinister force is at play. With loyalty compromised and minds being controlled, they must uncover who truly pulls the strings before their rebellion crumbles and their own allies become their deadliest enemies. read more

Urban fantasy thriller finale featuring queer, neurodivergent mages facing an ancient secret society at its source. Spec… Urban fantasy thriller finale featuring queer, neurodivergent mages facing an ancient secret society at its source. Special agents. A hidden bunker. Magic older and darker than anyone expected. Recovering from serious injuries, Mattie is desperate to rescue her twin sister Tillie and their friend Trevor. A new ally confirms their worst fear: they’re being held inside the underground headquarters of the Auditors — the centuries-old secret society that has been hunting them from the beginning. Inside the bunker, Tillie and Trevor are trapped in windowless cells. Their mage powers won’t respond. Escape should be impossible. But impossible has never stopped them before. Outside, Mattie and their remaining allies prepare for one final confrontation. The Auditors have spent centuries amassing forbidden magic and consolidating power. If this rebellion fails, there won’t be another chance. The final book in the Mathilda Holiday series brings this contemporary urban fantasy thriller to its explosive conclusion. Featuring LGBTQ+ characters, queer relationships, neurodivergent representation, found family tested to its limits, secret societies, ancient magic, and high-stakes supernatural suspense. Perfect for readers who love queer urban fantasy, magical conspiracies, strong female leads, and character-driven paranormal thrillers with emotional payoff. If you enjoy fantasy by Nicholas Woode-Smith, Emma Shelford, Kim Richardson, or Lisa Edmonds, this gripping finale delivers both action and resolution. read more