About Caryl Mullin Caryl Cude Mullin grew up on an island on Canada’s eastern shore, and as a result she developed an abiding fascination with islands and odd characters. She now lives in Montreal, Quebec. Her first fantasy novel was A Riddle of Roses. Books by Caryl Mullin Rough Magic by (author) Caryl Mullin Ages 13 to 18 Grades 8 to 12 A Riddle of Roses by (author) Caryl Mullin illustrated by Kasia Charko Ages 10 to 13 Grades 5 to 8