Prologue

Synopsis
In 1867, Mary is introduced to Charles Dickens and Mathias by her foster-father, Fred. They tell her that she is a witch and that she is to be sent to the future in order to "play her part" in the events to come. They lead Mary to the chamber, in which she is frozen.

Memorable Quotes

 * "'The night that would forever change Mary’s life begins when the carriage stops at Doughty Street.'"


 * "“You’re…you’re Charles Dickens, aren’t you?” - Mary"


 * "“It’s difficult to say this, but they were right. Humans were right the first time about the existence of witches, for they still live today.” - Fred"


 * "“Your parents made me promise not to tell you, but the time has come for you to know the truth.” - Fred"


 * "Where, or rather, when I come from, you were there with me, fighting alongside me. I can’t tell you what you were fighting or why because you told me that I didn’t tell you.” - Mathias"
 * "“Please, Mary. Make your parents proud. Make me proud. Be strong.” - Fred"
 * "'She never remembers blacking out, only the rigid cold interior of the chamber.'"

Trivia

 * First appearance of Mary
 * First appearance of Fred
 * First appearance of Mathias
 * First (and last) appearance of Charles Dickens