Where does one even find a therapist in the sixteenth century?

A Discovery of Witches Real Time Read Ch28

‘Oh, Matthew.’ My worst fears were realized. There were dozens, if not hundreds, of marks.  ‘It’s nothing, mon coeur. Just my vampire body, holding on to trauma.’ ‘There are so many of them. I just want to hunt down all the people who gave them to you.’

Like Ashmole 782, Matthew’s body was a palimpsest, its bright surface obscuring the tale of him hinted at by all those scars. I shivered at the thought of the battles Matthew had already fought, in wars declared and undeclared. ‘You’ve fought enough.’ My voice shook with anger and remorse. ‘No more.’

A stunning passage beautifully honoured by the TV show. The way it was filmed was so poignant. I have gone for a black and white edit (with quite a bit of work) because I think it brings out how delicate and intimate the lighting of the scene is. Matthew looks like a beautiful medieval statue.

📷 Sky/Bad Wolf A Discovery of Witches (2018) s1:05 my edit

"Mr Knox was just leaving."

Another favourite scene from the #RealTimeWatch of 'A Discovery of Witches' S1 episode 3. Coz this was the first time we see Diana and Matthew as a team. They stand together in their 'power couple' pose and face down the bad guy. And 'Bishmont' is born. Plus - Matthew does another growl - Yay!

Matthew Goode and Teresa Palmer as Matthew Clairmont and Diana Bishop.

📷 ADOW S1:03 my edit

📸 Sky/BadWolf - A Discovery of Witches S2 E06

In the draft folder for nearly a year… 💥

Ophelia Jackson-Clairmont née Foster-Jackson ( insp. & insp. )

Matthew, we have the chance to change history. We can’t just sit back and do nothing. I’m sorry, mon coeur, but there is nothing to be done. I don’t believe that. And I can’t believe that you do, either. Don’t you think that the covenant is wrong? That Philippe was wrong to create it in the first place? I know he was your father, but you have to admit, he was not perfect — no parent is. Creating the covenant did more harm than good. Like I said, there is nothing to be done. The Congregation will ensure that the covenant will never be overruled. I don’t understand why you won’t fight for us. Because to go against something as ancient as the covenant would mean certain death. It is a fight we cannot ever hope to win. So, you’re not even going to try? Ophelia, it is too dangerous. I would never forgive myself if you were harmed. But what about the countless other creatures we could save if we managed to disband the covenant? Matthew, this is about more than just us. Can’t you see that? Please, think about this. Diana and I can’t do this without you and your family. The Congregation has a higher chance of listening to the de Clermonts than a couple of witches who don’t know how to use their magic. Matthew, I’m not proud of it, but I’m begging you. Don’t leave. We can win this fight. I know we can. Please. Ophelia... I love you. There, I said it. I know we’ve only known each other for a month, but I’ve never been more certain of anything in my entire life. I love you, Matthew de Clermont. Ysabeau will continue to ensure your safety here at Sept-Tours while I am in London. You and Diana will be protected. So, that’s it? You’re just going to walk away. I have no choice, Ophelia. There is always a choice. Not always. You’ve been many things in your long life, Matthew de Clairmont, but I never knew you were a coward.

Read here: Wattpad, AO3

How's one to know?

I'd meet you where the spirit meets the bones

In a faith forgotten land

Matthew Goode and Teresa Palmer in A DISCOVERY OF WITCHES (2018-2022)

The song talks about a long distance relationship, which I think it fits his character Song: Virtual Love by Tanin Jazz

marcus whitemore & phoebe taylor + greek words for love

Matthew never stood a chance…

Mother and son, Matthew and Ysabeau, Matthew and Lindsay.

I just adore them. Their dance together was so beautiful, the chemistry palpable. Two wonderful actors creating magic on screen.

📷 Sky/Bad Wolf A Discovery of Witches (2018) s1:04 my edit

Here is the music piece they danced to (Glenn Miller's Tuxedo Junction):

The Moment  

‘... the moment your eyes lightened with recognition even though we’d never met before, I knew that my life would never be the same.’

One year on, Diana remembers her first meeting with Matthew.  Real Time Read of ‘The Book of Life’ by Deborah Harkness Chapter 22

Matthew Goode as Matthew Clairmont in ‘A Discovery of Witches’ 

📷 ADOW S1:01 my edit

📸 Sky/BadWolf - A Discovery of Witches S2 - promo shots by Sky and well… gotta love the leather 😉💥🔥

ADoW Fans: Update from Deb...

From Deborah Harkness Facebook

Update from Deb…. Lots going on in my writing shed: preventive bilateral mastectomy recovery, editing THE BLACKBIRD ORACLE, cat naps, welcoming the summer sun, celebrating being a 🐝-cup, anniversaries, and more! 🎥@/debharkness on Instagram Have a great day. Cat

Rosalyn51 Note: Deb has been working on Book 5 of the All Souls Series. (See below). She printed the complete first draft before her surgery earlier. She has just finished editing Chapter 1 with her editors. Exciting news! They have also talked about the book cover. 

Really excited for you to know more about it. It has been really a labor of love. I think you're going to really enjoy catching up with Diana and Matthew, and the twins.

Stay tuned!!!

From Deborah Harkness Website

Yes! I am working on Book #5 which now has a working title: THE BLACKBIRD ORACLE.

It is set within the All Souls world (and, before you ask, it is not focused on Gallowglass’s story).  I am still writing so we don’t have any information about publication dates yet but rest assured that I will share that information here and on Twitter and Facebook and in my newsletter as soon as it’s available.

x Deb

So happy Deb is doing well! ❤️❤️❤️

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