The Family Circumstances of the Irregular Witch

While wandering through the woods, the witch Alyssa comes across a bush shining with a strange magical glow. Inside, she finds an infant—no witch at all, yet gifted with power far beyond what a human should have. Choosing to take responsibility for the child, Alyssa brings her home and raises her as her own, giving her the name Viola.

Sixteen years later, Viola has grown into a striking young woman who now stands much taller than her eternally youthful-looking mother, often leaving outsiders mistaken about who is older. Alyssa’s affection for her daughter never wavers, even as Viola’s possessive side flares up and she pushes away anyone she thinks might steal Alyssa’s attention. Unsure of her origins but surrounded by Alyssa and the many friends who helped bring her up, Viola works under Alyssa’s guidance to rein in her overwhelming magic and become someone her adoptive mother can be proud of.