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The Lunatic Rot. That is what they called the plague that fell upon the city of Kirklyn. Of its source and causes, the people of Kirklyn were wholly ignorant, and the Church of Areglos seemed to have no answers. Thus were the Reapers established to help contain the Rot, but even their well-trained legions were no match for the ceaseless spread of the horrid epidemic and the mad deformities it caused. Through the tales of four individuals, the reader will glean perspectives and truths about the Rot...and perhaps even learn the Eldritch Truth of its unnameable source.
Privé de la femme de ses rêves par l'ingérence de son père, Calder Stafford a passé les dix dernières années à prouver qu'il était autonome, austère et totalement indifférent aux joies de la vie. Maintenant qu'il est duc de Hartwell, il veut prendre sa revanche en abolissant les traditions des fêtes de fin d'année que son père aimait tant. Ses soeurs ne le feront pas fléchir, pas plus que la femme, récemment revenue en ville, qui lui a été volée. De retour à Hartwell pour prendre soin de sa mère, Felicity Garland, veuve, est ravie de rentrer chez elle, surtout pour les fêtes de fin d'année. Cependant, les joyeuses festivités auxquelles elle s'attend ne sont pas au rendez-vous. Lorsqu'elle remonte à la source du problème - le duc -, elle est sidérée de constater à quel point le jeune homme qu'elle aimait autrefois s'est endurci. C'est à elle de briser la forteresse impénétrable qui entoure son coeur, non seulement pour sauver Noël, mais pour le sauver lui aussi.
La marquise de Darlington ne désire qu'une seule chose avoir une maison pleine d'enfants. Mais après trois ans de mariage, Poppy a perdu tout espoir. Lorsqu'elle découvre que son mari ne partage pas son chagrin, elle tente d'apaiser son coeur douloureux en apportant son aide à une institution locale pour femmes et mères isolées. Mais l'arrivée d'une future mère ne fait que raviver son désir, creusant davantage le fossé entre elle et Gabriel. Après avoir perdu sa mère et sa soeur en couches, Gabriel, marquis de Darlington, se réjouit secrètement que sa femme n'ait pas été capable de concevoir un enfant. Il ne peut supporter l'idée de la perdre, même pour réaliser leur rêve de fonder une famille. Gabriel, qui veut à tout prix lui prouver son amour, lui fait une proposition choquante. C'est un risque, mais s'il parvient à surmonter les craintes et les hésitations de Poppy, il pourra lui offrir ce qu'elle désire le plus pour Noël.
Autrefois, le comte de Buckleigh était un marginal sans titre, malmené pendant ses études à Oxford. Aujourd'hui, il a surmonté ses difficultés, et il est impatient de découvrir l'avenir, surtout lorsque sa plus vieille et plus chère amie, Bianca, a besoin d'aide pour sauver la fête annuelle de fin d'année. Ash a un plan pour sauver l'événement, mais lorsque les tyrans de sa jeunesse reprennent leurs vieilles habitudes, il doit tout risquer pour mettre le passé derrière lui et trouver le véritable amour. Furieuse de voir son frère refuser d'organiser la fête de la Saint-Étienne, Lady Bianca Stafford s'engage à offrir leur fête aux villageois. Elle voit en Ash le sauveur de leur tradition locale, et peut-être un avenir auquel elle ne s'attendait pas. Mais son frère a d'autres projets pour elle une saison et un mariage, et pas avec Ash. Lorsqu'une catastrophe survient, tout ce qui lui tient à coeur se retrouve menacé et il faudra un miracle, ou un héros, pour sauver la situation.
"Charlotte's success on the RMS Provence has afforded her a certain measure of time and assurance. Taking advantage of that, she has been busy, plotting to prise the man her sister loves from Moriarty's iron grip. Disruption, however, comes from an unexpected quarter. Lord Bancroft Ashburton, disgraced and imprisoned as a result of Charlotte's prior investigations, nevertheless manages to press Charlotte into service: Underwood, his most loyal henchman, is missing and Lord Bancroft wants Charlotte to find Underwood, dead or alive. But then Lord Bancroft himself turns up dead and Charlotte, more than anyone else, meets the trifecta criteria of motive, means, and opportunity. Never mind rescuing anyone else, with the law breathing down her neck, can Charlotte save herself from prosecution for murder?"--
Romance novels of the Victorian era often explored themes of forbidden love, societal constraints, and the intersection of the supernatural and the everyday. Marie Corelli was one of the notable authors of this era who mastered the art of mystical romance. Known for her captivating storytelling and unique blend of romance and the supernatural, Corelli was a revered figure in Victorian literature. In this book, we will study her works and draw inspiration from her writing style to enhance our own mystical romance novels. Throughout the chapters ahead, we will explore the essential elements of mystical romance, including creating compelling characters, crafting captivating plots, and building a convincing setting in Victorian London. We will also delve into the research required to immerse readers in the Victorian era, including fashion, social etiquette, and historical events. Aspiring writers will find practical guidance on topics such as developing emotional depth in their writing, writing authentic Victorian letters and correspondence, and handling sensitive and controversial topics with grace. We will also discuss the importance of incorporating elements of humour, nature, and suspense to keep readers engaged. Together, let's unlock the secrets of Victorian romance writing and bring this enchanting era to life on the pages of your novel. So, without further ado, let us venture into the magical world of mystical romance in the style of Marie Corelli.
"... dass es mir gefällt, verdammt gut gefällt, es dem Leben heimgezahlt zu haben. Diesem verdammt überheblichen Strippenzieher, der aus mir eine Hure machte und aus dir einen Dämon."Blutdurst beherrscht sein Dasein. Demütigungen das ihre.Tagsüber führt Zavin Wechem das gutbürgerliche Leben eines Uhrmachers, nach Einbruch der Dunkelheit trinkt er das Blut ahnungsloser Menschen in den Gassen von Martz. In einer schicksalhaften Nacht kreuzt sein Weg den der stummen Prostituierten Aurelia. Sie überlebt die Begegnung nur knapp - und das sorgsam gepflegte Lügengeflecht droht auseinanderzubrechen.Um sein Geheimnis zu bewahren, bietet er ihr einen Handel an: ein Schlupfloch in eine bessere Zukunft gegen ihr Stillschweigen. Aurelia hadert - mit sich selbst und mit Zavins Natur. Doch bald erkennen beide, dass sie mehr verbindet als ein fragiles Gleichgewicht.Indes geraten in Martz die Dinge außer Kontrolle. Menschen sterben unter mysteriösen Umständen, Schatten führen ein Eigenleben und Aurelia und Zavin geraten ins Visier mächtiger Ränkeschmiede.Wie viel Menschlichkeit kann Zavin sich bewahren? Wie weit ist Aurelia bereit zu gehen?Eine Geschichte über Selbstbestimmung, innere Dämonen und den bloßen, rohen Hunger nach Leben.
In the sanctuary of one's private chambers, where the drapery falls in lush folds and the air is imbued with the scent of lavender and old parchment, one discovers the celestial experience of perusing Victorian romantic poetry. The moment one's fingers make contact with the timeworn pages of a leather-bound anthology, an ineffable thrill courses through the veins. The atmosphere transforms, transmuted by the palpable aura of bygone eras. With each rustle of the page, the veil between epochs grows thinner, allowing for an almost mystical communion with the sensibilities of the Victorian age.
Celebrate the enduring power of love in the heart of rural Scotland with 'An Inheritance of Love.' Follow the lifelong journey of Sir William Sinclair and Lady Genevieve Thorne as their love story weaves through the seasons, embracing the beauty of the Scottish countryside and transcending the tests of time. From their chance encounter as children to their enduring love in old age, their tale is a pledge to the resilience of the human spirit and the timeless beauty of a love that knows no bounds. This print edition includes The Love of all Ages, a collection of Morning Dream Poems by Aster Alderdice.
"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.
As the leader of the Hell's Kitchen Gang, Billy Baxter always gets what he wants. And he's had his eye on the beautiful Miss Kelly for months. She's fallen into his world now-and he has no intention of ever letting her go.
An intriguing narrative of intimacy, longing, and unyielding bonds unfold as two women grapple with the complexities of Victorian society, entangled in a love triangle they could never have imagined.
She needed his protection. Can she resist his love? An adventurous historical romance about a lady, a liar, and the only man alive who knows the truth.
A new account of urban Victorian life told through the dubious day-to-day of London's police courts. Nether World presents a rich, often humorous glimpse into everyday life in Victorian London through a revealing account of nineteenth-century police courts. People of all classes brought complaints to this court about those who had hurt, abused, or stolen from them--drunks, pickpockets, wife-beaters, and fraudsters--who were each in their turn judged by magistrates wielding broad summary powers. Delving into underexamined court records and the pages of a fast-developing newspaper industry, Drew D. Gray offers a fresh description of a vibrant, ever-changing metropolis and considers ongoing issues such as poverty, homelessness, violence, substance abuse, prostitution, and--of course--crime.
From USA Today bestselling author Joanna Shupe comes a spicy Anastasia story full of secrets and betrayal, set among the glittering streets of New York City's Gilded Age.In 1880 a baby was stolen from the wealthiest family in America. Though no ransom was ever demanded, the Pendelton family never gave up hope . . . and their reward became the stuff of legend.After being raised in a children's asylum, Josie Smith ends up on the streets and quickly learns how to take care of herself. Her singing voice draws crowds on every corner, and she'll stop at nothing to become famous and travel the world, loved and adored by all. Maybe then she won't think about the family who gave her away as an infant.Leo Hardy isn't afraid to use his charm and wits to make a fast buck, especially with a mother and five siblings to support. When he stumbles upon a beautiful young woman singing on the street, Leo notices her striking resemblance to the infamous missing baby's mother, Mrs. Thomas Pendelton. The Hardys lost everything thanks to the Pendeltons, and once Leo sees Josie, he seizes the opportunity to settle the score. All he needs to do is pull off the biggest swindle of his career.As the two are catapulted into Knickerbocker High Society, they grow closer to their goal, as well as to each other. But secrets can only stay hidden for so long. Soon the truth unfolds, and both Josie and Leo must separate what's real from what's just gilding.
Elizabeth Gaskell wrote the episodic novel Cranford. It first appeared in the magazine Household Words in installments before being published as a book with minor revisions under Cranford in 1853. The work gradually gained popularity, and by the turn of the twentieth century, it had received a number of dramatic adaptations for the stage, radio, and television. The fictional town of Cranford is based on Elizabeth Gaskell's hometown of Knutsford in Cheshire. She had already drawn on her childhood memories for an article published in America, "The Last Generation in England" (1849), as well as the town of Duncombe, which featured in her extended story "Mr. Harrison's Confessions" (1851). These accounts of life in a country town and the old-fashioned class snobbery that prevailed were carried over into what was initially intended to be just another story and were published as "Our Society in Cranford" in the magazine Household Words in December 1851. 1946, the novel was adapted for NBC radio in the United States. Martyn Coleman's three-act stage play, first performed in 1951, was adapted for British television that same year. Following that, the BBC broadcast a four-part television adaptation of the novel in 1972. In 1975, a British musical based on the book went on stage, and Thames Television broadcast another in 1976. Cranford, a five-part television series aired in 2007, was merged with three other works by Gaskell: My Lady Ludlow, Mr. Harrison's Confessions, and The Last Generation in England. Return to Cranford, a sequel, aired in the UK in 2009 and the US in 2010.
ONE GIRL. ONE HELLHOUND. ONE CHANCE TO SAVE THE WORLD.A map. A riddle. And her first job in the city. Maddy Dune possesses everything she needs to search for Tan, her soulmate and missing heir to the throne. Everything, until the dragon arrives and shreds her plans to tatters.Taking control of the city's police, Tan's scaly southern cousin butts in, forcing Maddy's adoptive family to scarper off to a rural town where ancient magic rules. And where an inexperienced but hard-working half-hellhound enchanter has zero chance of tracking down her misplaced prince.Maddy's new backwater home-in-exile has nothing. No magical wards, no magic amplifying fog, no friends in low places, no allies in high positions. And surprise, the townspeople hate her enchanter father and loathe her foreign-born mother. Things can't get worse until they do. It's almost as if someone planned to stop her from finding Tan. Plotted to make her and her family suffer. Schemed to poison all joy while destroying everything and everyone Maddy loves.Which is absurd. Maddy isn't important enough to have an enemy like that. Besides, no one is that clever. That powerful. That connected. Not even a dragon could arrange all that. It would take a cabal, and everyone knows dragons work alone.Don't they?Maddy Dune and the Martyr's Crown is the third volume in the Fogbound Realm gas lamp fantasy series by Patrick O'Sullivan. If you like your fantasy more Edwardian than Victorian, your magic more alchemy than steam, and your supernatural neighbors more folkloric than shifty you're in the right neighborhood.The adventure continues. Explore the unexpected world of the Fogbound Realm and Maddy Dune and the Martyr's Crown today!
Theo, Duke of Lightmorrow and Bernadette, Dowager Duchess of Tunbridge, grew up together and both experienced the pain of families who didn't appreciate them. Now that their mutual friends are married, they've rekindled a friendship that is also highly flirtatious. When one tipsy night Bernadette admits she wishes she could take a lover, Theo is shocked. At first he tries to put Etta off the idea, but he soon realizes she's too tenacious and decides there's only one way to keep her safe: volunteer as the man in her bed.Bernadette's feelings for Theo are complicated, but so are the ways she views herself. Man after man in her life made her feel unworthy, so it's hard to believe that someone so popular and certain and talented as Theo could actually want her. And if he does, that he could desire more than just a few powerfully passionate nights together. But she's having trouble separating her body from her heart, even if she knows it can only lead to sorrow.Can a near tragedy and pleasure like no other lead to happiness for these two? Or will one careless night years ago end their future before it can begin.This is the third in The Kent's Row Duchesses Series and can be read as a standalone book.
An orphan and his street thief companion attempt to rebuild their shattered lives amidst the bustling streets of London, where shadows can hold secrets too horrible to describe. This is the love story of Oliver Twist and the Artful Dodger.As Jack recovers from the Chalenheim's assault, he is unable to express his love for Oliver with any intimacy. Oliver, meanwhile, rescues Finley from Axminster Workhouse, and returns to London full of love for Jack and the desire to do whatever is necessary to help Jack recover his dignity and his passion.Chalenheim is still on the loose, waiting for another chance at Jack and Finley, which soon comes. Though they escape almost unscathed, Oliver vows to rid the world of the man who would dare lay hands upon his beloved Jack.A gay, m/m Victorian-era romance with grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort, opposites attract, emotional scars, and pure, sweet love. A little sweet, a little steamy, with a guaranteed HEA. Previously published as Oliver & Jack: In London Towne; Copyright (c) September 17, 2017 by Christina E. Pilz
An orphan and his street thief companion return to London, where their love is tested beyond endurance. This is the love story of Oliver Twist and The Artful Dodger.Rejected by their families, Oliver and Jack brave the dangers they left behind and take residence at the Three Cripples. Their shared bedsit is small and riddled with bed bugs, but what does that matter when there is always cool beer on tap and the diversions of London are spread out before them?Jack picks pockets while Oliver works in the tavern, struggling against the endless tide of dirt and the loss of everything he thought he stood for.Amidst their happiness and future plans, Chalenheim kidnaps them, assaults Jack, and leaves them both for dead. Will Oliver and Jack's love for each other prove stronger than hate?A gay, m/m Victorian-era romance with grumpy/sunshine, hurt/comfort, opposites attract, emotional scars, and pure, sweet love. A little sweet, a little steamy, with a guaranteed HEA. Previously published as Oliver & Jack: On the Isle of Dogs; Copyright (c) September 18, 2016 by Christina E. Pilz
Christina Georgina Rossetti (1830 bis 1894) entstammte einer in London lebenden italienischen Emigrantenfamilie. Als Naturlyrikerin wie auch mit ihrer Liebeslyrik hat sie sich tief in das kulturelle Gedächtnis der anglophonen Welt eingeschrieben. Christina Rossetti hat uns mit manchen ihrer Sonette wahre Meisterstücke der viktorianischen Lyrik hinterlassen, die auch heute noch zu beglücken und zu erstaunen vermögen. Der vorliegende Band vereint alle 55 Sonette aus Christina Georgina Rossettis später Gedichtsammlung "A Pageant and Other Poems" von 1881, einer Sammlung, die Gedichte aus verschiedenen Schaffensphasen der Dichterin zusammenbringt und mit ihren beiden großen Sonett-Zyklen, "Monna Innominata" und "Later Life", aber auch mit manchem Einzelsonett Hauptwerke der Viktorianischen Lyrik bietet.
Note to Readers: Please read forward at beginning of book for an outline on the history on which this story is based.In the unforgiving landscape of Van Diemens Land, Millie finds herself burdened with the consequences of a childhood whim. At the tender age of 11, she was transported to the harsh and unfamiliar place, where hope dwindles with each passing day.As the years pass, Millie endures cruel treatment and hardships, surrounded by a society that shows little mercy to those who have fallen from grace. Her spirit remains unyielding, but her heart yearns for kindness and compassion.John, a man with a good heart and a strong sense of justice, crosses paths with Millie unexpectedly. Drawn to her vulnerability and resilience, he sees beyond the circumstances that have brought her to the desolate land. His acts of kindness and unwavering belief in her goodness gradually began to chip away at the walls Millie has built around herself.However, Millie refuses to become a burden to John. She can't bear the thought of jeopardizing his reputation in the budding new community. Despite the growing affection between them, she refuses to allow John to become entangled in her web.John is captivated by the strength that lies beneath Millie's waif-like exterior and is willing to do whatever it takes to protect her and keep her safe.Amidst the struggles of their own hearts, a jealous rival emerges from the shadows. This adversary, fuelled by envy and spite, is determined to destroy any chance of happiness for Millie, and as events spiral out of control, she again finds her life hanging by a thread. Will John again prove to be her savior?Will Millie finally allow herself to be loved?A combination of factual history set against the backdrop of a harsh period in time in Van Diemens Land, Australia, and a story of love that conquers adversity.
A fictional account of an actual incident in the lives of Americans abroad, and the battle for happiness when social convention collides with our heart's desire. London, 1877.Retired suffragists, VICTORIA WOODHULL and TENNESEE CLAFLIN are shrewd, attractive, and looking for husbands. But their backgrounds are sketchy. No one knows they've been paid - one might say bribed - a fortune to leave New York.That they've been accused of intrigue, blackmail and worse are details best left alone. London is where they'll start over.But when Victoria finds the love of her life, her prospects are threatened by a striking resemblance to a character in a story by HENRY JAMES.Frantic to whitewash their past, she seeks Tennessee's help, unaware that Tennessee is in the midst of her own struggle, consumed by an illicit affair with a Duchess who is not only married, but is also mistress to the Prince of Wales.
"When a daring Mexican heiress defies Victorian society to protect her country a British war hero makes it his new mission to protect her... Isabel Luna Valdâes has long since resigned herself to being the "forgotten" Luna sister. But thanks to familial connections to the Mexican ambassador in London, wallflower Isabel is poised to unearth any British intelligence hidden by the ton that might aid Mexico during the French Occupation. Though she slips easily from crowded ballrooms into libraries and private studies, Isabel's search is hampered by trysting couples and prowling rogues-including the rakish Captain Sirius Dawson. As a covert agent for the British Home Office, Sirius makes a game of earning the aristocracy's confidence. He spends his days befriending foolish politicians and seducing well-born ladies in order to learn their secrets. But after he spies a certain sharp-tongued Luna sister lurking in the shadows where no proper debutante should venture, it's clear Sirius is outmatched, outwitted, and soon to be outmaneuvered by the one woman he can't resist. Their mutual attraction is undeniable, but when Isabel discovers private correspondence that could turn the tide of political turmoil in Mexico, she's willing to do whatever it takes to protect her country-even if this means ignoring her heart and courting danger. . . "--
Lehrling der Lust war Finalist im Romance Writers of America® Golden Heart® Wettbewerb. Nicht ganz eine Gemahlin...Nach einer katastrophalen Hochzeitsnacht fürchtet die sittsame Lady Helena Harteford um das Schicksal ihrer jungen Ehe. Als Freudenmädchen verkleidet, stellt sie ihrem Gatten in ein Bordell nach, um ihn dort zur Vernunft zu bringen... und entdeckt stattdessen den Reiz verbotener Leidenschaft. Eine unschuldige List wird zur gefährlichen Täuschung; wie weit wird das einstige Mauerblümchen gehen, um die Liebe ihres Mannes zu gewinnen?Zum Gatten untauglich...Schon jung verwaist, entflieht Nicholas Morgan seiner von Gewalt heimgesuchten Vergangenheit und wird ein erfolgreicher Kaufmann-um dann zu erfahren, dass er der rechtmäßige Erbe des Marquis von Harteford ist. Sein Weg in die feine Gesellschaft ist steinig, erst recht, als er sich in noch höhere Kreise emporheiratet. Hin- und hergerissen zwischen Schuldgefühlen und Lust, versucht er, seine süße unschuldige Frau vor den Schatten seiner Vergangenheit zu schützen. Doch ist sie sicher vor seiner eigenen rasenden Begierde?Gefangen zwischen Vergangenheit und Gegenwart...Als Nicholas' Vergangenheit ihn in Gestalt eines gefährlichen Widersachers einholt, müssen Mann und Frau zusammen um ihr Überleben kämpfen. Ihr verhängnisvolles Spiel von Leidenschaft und Verführung führt die beiden von den vornehmen Salons bis in die Gossen Londons in der Regency-Zeit. Wird wahre Liebe siegen? Oder ist Helena dazu verdammt, auf ewig... ein Lehrling der Lust zu bleiben?
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