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Thelma is a novel set in Victorian England that explores themes of love, faith, and spirituality. The eponymous character is a young woman who possesses supernatural powers and becomes embroiled in a dangerous love affair. Corelli's vivid prose and complex characters make Thelma a compelling read. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Step back in time and experience the grandeur of the 19th-century Eglinton Castle with this detailed programme of the procession from the castle to the lists at the famous tournament that was held there in 1839. Featuring descriptions of the various events, performers, and pageantry that were part of this historic occasion, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most memorable events of the Victorian era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

¿Victorian Christmas Scenes Grayscale Coloring Book¿An grayscale coloring book for Victorian era and Christmas loversThe coloring book includes A4 66 pages blank backsides - no pushing through matte SoftcoverVictorian scenes on ChristmasChristmas trees and decoration kids in Victorian dresses Victorian ladies and gentlemen Victorian dresses and fashionVictorian architecture and interior designThis wonderful detailed coloring book is a great gift for all fans of Victorian fashion and Christmas.

1885 North Devon, EnglandIt is winter in the small Devon village of Brampford Speke, and a typhoid epidemic has claimed many victims. Millie, aged fifteen, is doing her best to nurse her mother and grandmother as well as look after Jonathan, her five-year-old brother. One morning, Millie is horrified to find that her mother, Rosemary, has passed away during the night and is terrified the same fate may befall her granny, Emily.When Emily's neighbours inform her that Sir Edgar Grantley has also perished from the deadly disease, the old woman is distraught, for the kindly gentleman has been their benefactor for many years, much to the disgust of his wife, Lilliana. Emily is well aware that Sir Edgar's generosity has long been a bone of contention between him and his spouse, and she is certain Lady Grantley will evict them from their cottage at the first opportunity.As she racks her brain for a solution, Emily remembers her father came from Hartford, a seaside village in North Devon and had relatives there. Desperate and too weak to travel, she insists Millie and Jonathan leave home and make their way to Hartford before the embittered woman can cause trouble for them. There, she tells them, they must throw themselves on the mercy of their family and hope they will offer them a home.With Emily promising to follow them as soon as possible, the two youngsters reluctantly set off on their fifty-mile journey on foot and in the harshest of weather conditions. Emily warns them to be cautious, for she suspects Lady Grantley may well pursue them to seek revenge for a situation that has existed between the two families for many years.

Samuel Seecombe hasn't been himself since a routine vampire hunt went horribly awry, and a trip to New York for an acquaintance's wedding might be just what he needs to move on. What he doesn't anticipate is meeting his beautiful vampire hunting counterpart in Violet Singer.Violet wants a change of scenery. News of a vampire infestation at the Canadian border has her packing her stake, mallet, and holy water to take care of her wanderlust and the bloodsuckers at the same time. Samuel-a quiet, mysterious Englishman who can wield a stake like no one else-accompanying her is an unexpected gift.But Niagara Falls isn't just for lovers and newlyweds. Vampires are increasing their ranks, and Violet and Samuel may find themselves outnumbered before they can sort out their feelings for each other...

It is a truth universally acknowledged that ghost brides are annoying romantic rivals.Making her reluctant return to London after a ten-year absence, Tessa Preston cannot hide her dismay at her employer's friendliness with Jasper Steele, the man who chased her away. To make matters more annoying, he's haunted by a most insistent ghost bride.Determined to prove her indifference to the charming Jasper, Tessa realizes the entitled ghost demanding his attention may not be all she seems. Meanwhile, unaware of Tessa's enmity, Jasper is delighted to have a second chance at her affections, and will let nothing, not even her cold stares, dampen his enthusiasm.

No home library is complete without the classics! Pride and Prejudice is a keepsake to be read and treasured.First published in 1813, Pride and Prejudice is one of the most popular and beloved British novels of all time, maintaining its allure for contemporary readers everywhere and selling millions of copies worldwide! Jane Austen's novel tells the story of the five unmarried Bennet sisters, daughters of a humble country squire, as they deal with the issues of marriage, manners, and upbringing in English country life. Now available as part of the Word Cloud Classics series, Pride and Prejudice is a must-have addition to the libraries of all classic literature lovers.

"He would pay any price to possess her. But even though Alexandra Bellamy sacrifices herself to save her family's fortunes, a shocking betrayal sunders her marriage to a taciturn brute of a war hero, Colonel Magnus Brightwall, before it even begins. Five years of icy separation later, a scandal--with Alexandra at the middle--reunites them, and Magnus issues an edict: they will confront the ton, rescue their reputations, then Magnus will banish her to another continent--forever"--

¿Victorian Circus Grayscale Coloring Book Vol. 2¿The second book of the outstanding grayscale coloring book for Victorian era loversThe coloring book includes A4 54 pages blank backsides - no pushing through matte Softcover victorian circus ladies on swings and trapez victorian dresses and circus environmentThis wonderful detailed coloring book is a great gift for all fans of Victorian fashion and circus fans.

Sunken treasure, haunted shipwrecks, experimental technology, and steam-powered adventure!When Brand & Desmet airlift occult valuables out of Havana during the 1898 naval conflict with Spain, they get far more than they expected. A shipwreck with experimental tech and magical relics sparks a race to retrieve the goods-and the winner might turn the tide of the war and the balance of power.Jake Desmet, Rick Brand, Nicki LeClercq, quirky inventor Adam Farber, and agents from the Department of Supernatural Investigation race goons, ghouls, and ghosts to salvage the cargo, finding themselves in the crosshairs as attacks come from all sides.Amid the struggle for control of the Caribbean, supernatural forces battle for the upper hand. European warlocks covet the spoils of war, while the island witch dynasties seek to break free of foreign empires.Can Rick, Jake, and their friends retrieve the missing shipment, or will dark magic and betrayal sink their chances?Spark of Destiny is a steampunk action/adventure filled with clockwork creatures, armed airships, vengeful ghosts, cursed relics, strange cryptids, nefarious schemes, found family, loyal friends, and plenty of explosions!

Monsters couldn't have chosen a worse time to invade New London. Lady Gwen is busy with headstrong teenagers, a confusing love triangle, and a sister who refuses to speak to her. She has no time for vampires and werewolves. ButWorse, no one will believe her warnings about the impending faerie invasion... not even the fae refugees hiding in the city.With the full moon only days away and no answers in sight, Gwen will be forced to ally with the two most dangerous factions in New London. Can the Underground and the Witches work with Gwen to save the city, or will they destroy each other before the faeries have the chance to invade?

John Weaver doesn't want a wife...he needs one.He needs a mother for his five-year-old twin daughters, and his only choice is to advertise for a mail-order bride. As long as the woman understands he'll never love her, they can have a good life together.Miranda Lowe doesn't want a husband...she needs one.She isn't enough-not pretty enough, not smart enough, not good enough in any way to attract a man herself, but surely a man who has to advertise for a wife won't be too choosy.The question is, can being less than perfect be more than enough?

The world is at the mercy of the necromancer Aurelius. In two centuries' time, he has risen, leaving untold destruction in his wake. With mysterious origins, his unfathomable motives have left remarkably little left of Terra to save. His only surviving adversary is Temple, an organization determined to bring his reign to an end. Enter Phaedra, Demeter, and Eldren, friends who survived the destruction of their city as children and took shelter at the seat of Temple: Sanctuary City. Growing up together, Phaedra and Eldren found their places within Sanctuary's walls. Fate, however, had other plans for Phaedra's sister Demeter. As a child, Demeter was declared the Chosen One to save humanity, with Phaedra left to her own devices. But now Aurelius knows of Demeter's destiny and has set his sights on corrupting both her and Phaedra. Now the sisters must navigate through abduction, forced servitude, and a new sense of self as their world faces new levels of increasing danger. Meanwhile Eldren, now on the other side of the battlefield, is trying to reach the sisters in a bid to save them as well as the world. Will the greater good overcome? Or will they bow to Aurelius' demands?

Little Plantation where we scene time-traveling romance historical fiction the following two friends Piper and Millie. Follow both of them and a great whirlwind love happiness and life this is Time Pocket

“Unique and emotionally engaging” (Booklist, Starred Review), this international bestseller is a dazzling gothic tale of Faustian bargains, jealousy, and murder set in a spectacular circus, where star-crossed lovers' destinies are forged at an unexpected price: "A wonderfully imagined and fiendishly clever debut" (Colson Whitehead). In Victorian London, where traveling sideshows are the very pinnacle of entertainment, there is no more coveted ticket than Ashe and Pretorius' Carnivale of Curiosities. Each performance is a limited engagement, and London's elite boldly dare the dangerous streets of Southwark to witness the Carnivale's astounding assemblage of marvels. For a select few, however, the real show begins behind the curtain. Rumors abound that the show’s proprietor, Aurelius Ashe, is more than an average magician. It's said that for the right price, he can make any wish come true. No one knows the truth of this claim better than Lucien the Lucifer, the Carnivale's star attraction. Born with the ability to create fire, he's dazzled spectators since he was a boy. When Odilon Rose, one of the most notorious men in London, comes calling with a proposition regarding his young and beautiful charge, Charlotte, Ashe is tempted to refuse. After revealing, however, that Rose holds a secret that threatens the security of the troupe's most vulnerable members, Ashe has no choice but to sign an insidious contract.   The stakes grow higher as Lucien finds himself drawn to Charlotte and her to him, an attraction that spurs a perilous course of events. Grave secrets, recovered horrors, and what it means to be family come to a head in this vividly imagined spectacle—with the lives of all those involved suspended in the balance.Includes a Reading Group Guide.

Madelyn Winterborn hasn't celebrated a true Christmas since her mother's passing. She never expects her dear mama's final words to be an omen of what awaits her this Christmas at Biltmore Castle, especially when her father's schemes jeopardize both their futures. Zack Kingley's vision of creating a beautiful landscape around Biltmore Castle is on the way to reality. But when he meets Madelyn, he might have to trade in his dream job for something more beautiful. This Christmas, can their hearts find port in each other?

Discover the realities of Victorian England that informed the famous Dickens characters.

"A series of grisly murders disrupts Victorian London's covert gay scene in Brennan's historical thriller. ... A rich, dark mystery" (Kirkus Reviews) from the author of LOOSE LIPS.

A Paperback Original The enemies-to-lovers queer Victorian romance follow-up to Don't Want You Like a Best Friend, in which a young lord and a second son clash, but find themselves thrust together again and again by their meddling cousins.

Secrets, Magic and Murder...The gentleman's clubs of Scott and Griswold's gaslamp fantastical London are full of secrets and the ones that Julian Lynes and Ned Mathey and their circles frequent are even more hidden than most. Beneath their respectable, or less respectable, façades, they are a haven...or a torment for men who desire each other's company. Now someone is leaving a trail of murder victims, each one found without a heart. Each one somehow connected to Lynes, Mathey, their friends, their enemies and the communities that they belong to. Finding the murderer could reveal everything, leading to certain ruin for some, and the loss of all they hold dear for Julian and Ned. How far will they go to solve the mystery and stop a killer?

It's Christmas time and Rafe Bowman, an uncivilised American rake, has come to London for an arranged marriage with the perfect aristocratic bride, the very proper and beautiful Natalie Blandford. But before the courtship can begin, Rafe needs to learn the rules of London society. And when four former wallflowers try their hand at matchmaking, no one knows what will happen. And winning a bride turns out to be more complicated than Rafe anticipated, especially for a man accustomed to getting anything he wants.

Verlangen entgegen der Sitte,Leidenschaft gegen jede Vernunft,Liebe im Kampf mit Intrigen und Hass.Luisa weiß so gut wie nichts über ihre Herkunft. Als Mündel eines wohlhabenden Geschäftsmannes weigert sie sich, eine arrangierte Ehe einzugehen. Damit sie die Härte eines einfachen Lebens kennenlernt, schickt ihr Ziehvater sie auf die Farm seines Schwiegersohns - jenen Ort, an dem Luisa als Baby ausgesetzt wurde.Über den Dächern des viktorianischen Londons begegnet Luisa ihrem Schicksal und verschenkt waghalsig ihr Herz.Ihre folgenschwere Wahl verspricht jedoch nicht bloß Leidenschaft und tiefe Gefühle, sondern zieht Luisa ins Zentrum eines gefährlichen Netzes aus Obsession und Intrigen.Als der Kampf um die Liebe in einer Katastrophe zu enden droht, tritt Luisas Vergangenheit auf den Plan. Doch die Enthüllung ihrer wahren Identität birgt eine noch größere Gefahr ...Der Auftakt zur Opfer-der-Tugend-Serie.Vergiss deinen Alltag und tritt ein in die facettenreichen Schatten des 19. Jahrhunderts ...

When the hunter......becomes the haunted.Second-rate ghost hunter Anya Iteri is the black sheep of a family of metalweavers-powerful mages who can forge iron, shape steel, and even bend blood. Down on her luck and struggling to pay rent, she bribes her little brother, a city guide, to let her drum up business on one of his tours.The plan is simple. Summon a hibernating ghost to give the tour a show, return it to its slumber, and collect a hefty tip. But the moment the tour begins, Anya encounters a ghost of a different kind: Eleira Soti, talented hunter and former love of her life, newly returned to the city after years away. El's familiar face leaves Anya fighting distraction and attraction alike on the city's most haunted grounds.The night goes from bad to worse when a malignant spirit emerges from the veil, bent on destroying the tour and everyone on it. Racing against time, Anya must team up with El to trap the ghost, save her brother, and prove, once and for all, that her abilities aren't as second-rate as others think.

"There was nothing like the buzz of poison and murder in her veins." -SorschaAs the Joubert Sisters navigate a world of impending war without their full magic, the Prince of Bone fights for his life-torn between the land of the living and the land of the dead-only to discover the Court of Achlys means more to him than he ever knew.Agatha untangles the prophecy that set their realm aflame.Winnie and the Druids prepare for war.Seleste faces physical setbacks in a foreign land.And Sorscha? Ah, Sorscha and her sass discover secrets in the catacombs of Araignée.

Arthur Hebblethwaite, Duke of Fitzpaine is in rather a pinch. Firstly, he's not actually a Duke.It was such a clever idea. Pretend to be a duke, go to France, and live on the scraping and bowing of those desperate to impress a nobleman. All well and good, until someone recognizes him. Until he grabs a woman and uses her as a hostage to escape a French encampment. Until he looks at the woman and...oh, hell.Joanna Bettencourt doesn't know what's worse: being a shy heiress with a father desperate to marry her off, being captured by the French and held prisoner, or being dragged onto a horse by a maniac by the name of the Duke of Fitzpaine. Pretending to have a husband ready to protect her seemed the obvious option.But as the "Duke of Fitzpaine" and the "penniless Mrs. Epwin" arrive at the coast, desperate to return to England, they are faced with a problem: there's only one cabin. Cue a little pretence that this time they both share. A fake marriage.They're both lying to each other, and they both don't know it-but they can't lie for long about the heat searing between them, the affection growing as they slowly open up to each other.When the truth finally comes out, will there be a way for this "Duke" and this secret heiress to find happiness?¿¿This full length novel is a steamy Regency romance with a happily ever after, no cliffhangers, and is part of a series that can be read in any order.Dukes in DangerDon't Judge a Duke By His CoverStrike While the Duke is HotThe Duke is Mightier than the SwordA Duke in Time Saves NineEvery Duke Has His PricePut Your Best Duke ForwardWhere There's a Duke, There's a WayCuriosity Killed the DukePlay with Dukes, Get BurnedThe Best Things in Life are DukesA Duke a Day Keeps the Doctor AwayAll Good Dukes Come to an End

An army officer who has returned to his childhood home . . .An earl's daughter forced to earn her own living . . .Two damaged souls who find friendship . . . and love . . .Lieutenant-General Cyrus Cressley's head wound leaves him blind in one eye and unsuited to lead men into battle. Selling his commission, Cy returns to Melrose to find his father long dead and his distant brother, who is in poor health, the new Duke of Margate. Cy is given use of the hunting lodge on the estate, where he seeks to find his purpose in life after being forced from the military.Lady Finola Honeyfield's come-out was ruined when a cruel trick was played upon her, leaving her to trust no one but her dogs. She retreats to the country and becomes one of England's premier trainers of English springer spaniels, having found a way to earn her keep, even as she is lost in loneliness.Thanks to her Honeyfield spaniels, Finola has a chance meeting with Cy. Soon, a friendship springs up between them, with Cy even helping Finola train her current litter of pups. But these two keep secrets from one another and when Cy suddenly finds himself the Duke of Margate, Finola washes her hands of him.Can Cy convince Finola they are meant to be together and forge a path as the Duke and Duchess of Margate-or will her mistrust of gentlemen of the ton keep them apart forever?Each book in the Suddenly a Duke series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order.Suddenly a Duke: Book 1 - Portrait of the DukeBook 2 - Music for the DukeBook 3 - Polishing the DukeBook 4 - Designs on the DukeBook 5 - Fashioning the DukeBook 6 - Love Blooms with the DukeBook 7 - Training the DukeBook 8 - Investigating the Duke

Biography of Joseph Jenkins (1818-98) who left his family and successful farm in Wales to travel Australia as a farm labourer. His self-improvement through reading led to prizes for his poetry, and his diary is one of the most celebrated sources of information about life in rural Australia then.