Books matching: gothic elements of victorian england
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Save:'The Woman in White' by Wilkie Collins is a Victorian thriller filled with mystery and suspense. The story follows Marian Halcombe and Walter Hartright as they try to unravel the secrets surrounding a mysterious woman in white who holds the key to saving their friend Laura Fairlie from dark forces seeking to claim her estate and her life. The novel is masterfully crafted with classic Victorian elements such as unexplained apparitions, exotic dangers, a larger-than-life villain, secret ancestries, and the looming threat of an asylum next door.
The plot of 'The Woman in White' unfolds through documents and diaries of the characters, slowly revealing a tale of societal position, inheritance, confused identities, secrets, and crimes. The narrative is rich with twists and turns, mistaken identities, and surprise revelations, keeping readers engaged in the investigation led by Walter Hartright after his eerie encounter with the woman in white. Overall, the book offers a strange and eerie mystery tale that is well worth reading, despite some dated aspects.
If the machinery of the Law could be depended on to fathom every case of suspicion, and to conduct every process of inquiry, with moderate assistance only from the lubricating influences of oil of gol... - #2
Save:Lady Alexandra Lane's life is irrevocably changed when she is called into Headmaster Maurice de Marchand's office mere days before she was due to graduate from L'Ecole de Chardonne School in Switzerland. De Marchand has found the items Alexandra and her friends Francesca Cavendish, the Countess of Mont Claire and Cecelia Teague pilfered over the years for their Red Rogues Society. When de Marchand's punishment turns brutal and he rapes Alexandra, she does what she must to stop the attack and flees. With the help of her friends and a trusted servant Jean Yves, they bury the body and clean up the scene. That awful night the girls who have been friends for years, share their deepest, darkest secrets and vow to never marry and to protect each other forever. Piers Atherton, Duke of Redmayne, also known as the Terror of Torcliff, is about to enter into a marriage on convenience with one of Alexandra's friends but is tempted by the bridesmaid, not the bride.
The first, she had been unable to stop fretting for Francesca, who tended to give more than the appropriate amount of context. The terse, vague note Alexandra now held was more of a warning than the m... - #3
Save:'Tangled' by Mary Balogh is a historical romance set in Victorian England, revolving around the intertwined lives of David and Julian, who were raised as brothers. The story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, misunderstandings, and conflicts, all set against the backdrop of the Crimean War. The plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping readers engaged until the emotional and surprising conclusion by the lake.
Mary Balogh skillfully weaves a complicated narrative that explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The characters are well-developed and the setting of Victorian England adds depth to the silences, sacrifices, and misunderstandings that drive the story forward. The writing style captures the essence of the era, providing readers with an immersive and emotionally charged reading experience.
She was not going to go to the quayside. She had told Julian that already. Plenty of women were going to stay with their men until the bitter end, of course. She watched them now from the window of he... - #4
Save:In 'The Spirit Bares Its Teeth' by Andrew Joseph White, the story revolves around Silas, a trans boy in Victorian England who is being forced into a marriage despite his true interests in surgery and medicine. He is sent to a horrific school for wayward girls, where he must investigate the mysterious occurrences involving violet-eyed girls for his survival. The book is a blend of historical fiction, body horror, queer love story, and feminist manifesto, portraying Silas's journey from fear to bravery amidst the rejection of his trans and autistic identities by society.
The plot of the book includes graphic descriptions of medical procedures, misogynistic and ableist themes, and a commentary on societal norms and attitudes towards neurodiversity. The writing style is described as sensory, immersive, and gripping, with relatable characters and a storyline that leaves readers with a mix of emotions, making it a thought-provoking and important read.
