About this Event
Join us in giving Clíodhna O’Sullivan a warm welcome as we celebrate the debut of , an electrifying fantasy of secret magic, impossible choices, and revolution simmering beneath the surface. Glimpse into the author’s mind as she discusses creating a richly imagined new world where dragons rule the skies. The novel follows Éadha, a servant girl who discovers she can wield magic—and risks everything by giving that power away to protect the boy she loves. Sent to a ruthless academy of magic, Éadha must hide her true abilities while navigating dangerous rivalries, forbidden attraction, and the devastating cost of power itself.
Event tickets include the option to purchase your very own copy of Her Hidden Fire to have signed during the event. This beautifully designed book includes a striking gold foil jacket, designed edges, printed endpapers, and a full map of Éadha's world.
Join us for an intimate evening of conversation and celebration in honor of this stunning debut.
EVENT DETAILS
- 6:30 PM: Doors Open – Settle in, grab a drink from our cafe and wine bar, and get ready for a great discussion!
- 7:00 PM: Discussion Begins – Clíodhna will dive into Her Hidden Fire.
- 7:45 PM: Q&A Session – Your chance to ask the author anything!
- 8:00 PM: Signatures, Snapping Pics, and Salutations – Meet the author, get your book signed, and snap a photo.
- 8:30 PM: Last call - Grab your final pour from the wine bar.
- 9:00 PM: Event Wraps Up – Thanks for joining us!
Tickets are limited, so grab yours soon! If the event sells out, you can join the Eventbrite waitlist by selecting “Reserve a spot” followed by “Join Waitlist”. Should any spots open up, you’ll have 24 hours to register before we offer it to the next person.
ACCESSIBILITY
Check-in will take place at our front entrance on Brattle Street. If you have any accessibility needs, you're welcome to use our side entrance (located on the right side of the building), which is wheelchair accessible and has a ramp.
Guests who would benefit from priority seating or any additional assistance are encouraged to reach out in advance — just email us at [email protected]. We're more than happy to make arrangements to ensure you feel comfortable and supported.
We’re always learning and looking for ways to make our events more accessible. If you have suggestions or feedback, we’d love to hear from you!
BOOK PICKUP POLICY
If you purchased a book with your event ticket but can’t make it to the event—and don’t request a refund—we’ll happily hold your book for pickup for up to 30 days after the event date.
We’ll be in touch via the email you provided at checkout to help coordinate pickup. After 30 days, if we haven’t heard from you or made other arrangements, we’ll consider the book abandoned property and may donate it or return it to inventory so it can find a new home.
Thanks so much for your understanding and for supporting our events—we love doing this with you!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Clíodhna O’Sullivan is a writer based in Co. Louth, Ireland. She works as a legal counsel and plays in a band, Molasha (you can find them on Spotify!). She's married with three children, as well as far too many cats and a dog.
ABOUT HER HIDDEN FIRE
In a world where dragons soar through the skies and magical abilities are an elite privilege, the ruling family of Ailm’s Keep is on a knife-edge: Can their son Ionáin prove that he can channel magic, or will his entire family be cast out in disgrace?
Éadha, a servant girl who loves Ionáin, is shocked to discover shortly before the test that she can wield magic herself. It’s extremely rare for a girl to have this talent, especially outside the few great Families. At Ionáin’s moment of truth, when it's clear he is about to fail, Éadha makes a desperate gamble to save him from humiliation by pretending her magic is his, forfeiting her own claim to power.
Her decision sends them both to an academy of magic, where she must shield her secret from every grim Master and scheming apprentice – especially the handsome but enigmatic Gry – whose magnetic bond to her power threatens to unravel everything. Torn between her lifelong devotion to Ionáin and her undeniable attraction to Gry, Éadha navigates rivalries, betrayal, and the devastating truth: Channellers sustain their magic by draining the life force of the lowborn. To survive, she must decide what she’s willing to risk for love, justice, and revolution.
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