Heir of Willful Magic #2

Thanks to the house tamer Hilda Larkin, the spirit of the boy residing in Wimbrel House has calmed down. The master of the house, Merritt, realizes his unusual ability to hear the thoughts of every animal or plant. Tormented by insomnia due to the uncontrolled cacophony of voices, Merritt begins to study his complicated lineage. He and his former housekeeper learn that Hilda's good friend and the director of the Boston Institute for Keepers of Enchanted Rooms has disappeared. Mrs. Larkin becomes a candidate for the vacant position, while her competitor is a stranger who is suspiciously interested in Wimbrel House and is connected to her long-time enemy. While Merritt tries to reconnect with the family that has banished him, and Hilda delves into the secrets of the institute, the two grow closer than ever…