The House Saphir – Marissa Meyer

The House Saphir by Marissa Meyer is a dark romantasy / murder-mystery that reimagines the legend of Bluebeard. The story follows sisters Mallory and Anaïs Fontaine — descendants of a witch lineage, though Mallory’s only “power” is the ability to see ghosts. They make a living by selling fake spells and running tours in the infamous mansion once owned by the murderous Count Saphir. When the count’s descendant, Armand, hires them to rid the house of ghosts for money, Mallory agrees — but soon a new murder and supernatural secrets unravel, forcing her to navigate ghosts, danger, and an unexpected romance.