In Search of Mademoiselle - A Romantic Mystery of Love Loss and Self-Discovery in 19th-Century Paris

George Gibbs

Maison d'édition: Good Press

Synopsis

In "In Search of Mademoiselle," George Gibbs crafts a rich tapestry of intrigue and romance set against the backdrop of early 20th century Europe. The novel employs a lyrical prose style, blending vivid descriptions with poignant character introspection, which immerses readers in the emotional landscapes of its protagonists. Gibbs deftly navigates themes of love, identity, and the quest for meaning amidst the rapidly changing societal norms of the time, further situating the narrative within the existential framework prevalent in post-World War I literature. George Gibbs, an American expatriate, was profoundly influenced by his travels across Europe and his experiences in the vibrant cultural milieu of the time. His background in journalism and keen observational skills enriched his storytelling, enabling him to capture the complexities of human relationships and the subtleties of cross-cultural encounters. Gibbs'Äôs varied life experiences and intellectual pursuits laid fertile ground for the exploration of identity and belonging in his writing, making him a compelling voice of his era. Readers seeking an evocative blend of historical context and captivating narrative will find "In Search of Mademoiselle" an essential addition to their literary collection. This novel not only entertains but also prompts profound reflection on human connection and the relentless search for self in an ever-evolving world.

Disponible depuis: 12/10/2023.

Longueur d'impression: 206 pages.

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

Fearful Breakers

Janice Sebring

Will José be drawn into the dangerous life of a smuggler? Or settle down to a quiet life in his father’s shop in Havana? 
In 1760 Cuba, José Albañez, a free boy of color, resents his charming but unprincipled uncle Domingo’s pressure to join him to sea on one of his smuggling ventures. He would rather continue his studies at the Jesuit school and then follow his father into the joiner’s trade. 
Instead, he finds himself struggling to master seamanship, lodging with a Jewish trading family on Jamaica in the aftermath of a slave revolt, and confronting kidnappers on Saint-Domingue. The arrival of a British fleet off of Cuba in 1762 forces him to decide where his future lies.

Voir livre

A Little More Scandal

Carrie Lofty

Self-made industrialist Sir William Christie tempts the scorn of London society by attempting to seduce Catrin Jones, a modest but opinionated battlefield nurse who earned notoriety after surviving a naval shipwreck. His ambition to secure her exclusive story is part of his latest business plan, while her intention is to marry well before her moment of fame expires. With respectability, wealth, and security at stake, they must decide whether love is worth embracing just a little more scandal...

Voir livre

Crown of a King - Book Three of...

J. Boyce Gleason

It’s 745. The kingdom is split between the two eldest sons of Charles Martel.  Carloman, the oldest, has the support of the king and the church, while Pippin refuses to bend the knee. Civil war is imminent.  Making matters worse, Pippin’s relationship with Bertrada, the great love of his life, is no less complicated, forcing him to reevaluate the moral implications of his rule. Just as he believes he’s found a way forward, Carloman’s campaign in Alemannia upends the peace and puts the future of Pippin’s relationship – and the kingdom – in jeopardy.

Voir livre

The Walled Garden - Unearth the...

Sarah Hardy

'Richly evocative' STACEY HALLS'Heartbreaking' RACHEL HORE'Touching, absorbing'' DAILY MAIL'Poignant . . . There'll be tears' WOMAN & HOME'An enveloping story to savour' KATE SAWYERA luminous debut novel of a love affair set against the terrible aftermath of war, for readers of IN MEMORIAM by Alice Winn, WAKE by Anna Hope and THE OUTCAST by Sadie JonesNo one survives war unscathed. But even in the darkest days, seeds of hope can grow.It is 1946 and in the village of Oakbourne the men are home from the war. Their bodies are healing but their psychological wounds run deep. Everyone is scarred - those who fought and those left behind.Alice Rayne is married to Stephen, heir to crumbling Oakbourne Hall. Once a sweet, gentle man, he has returned a bitter and angry stranger, destroyed by what he has seen and done, tormented by secrets Alice can only guess at.Lonely and increasingly afraid of the man her husband has become, Alice must try to pick up the pieces of her marriage and save Oakbourne Hall from total collapse. She begins with the walled garden and, as it starts to bear fruit, she finds herself drawn into a new, forbidden love.Set in the Suffolk countryside as it moves from winter to spring, The Walled Garden is a captivating love story and a timeless, moving exploration of trauma and the miracle of human resilience.'A heartbreaking tale, vividly dramatised' Rachel Hore'Tender and lyrical . . . This beautiful book had notes of both Elizabeth von Arnim and Elizabeth Jane Howard. More please!' Natasha Solomons'Touching, absorbing . . . A beautifully written story that will especially appeal to Rachel Hore fans' Daily Mail'A poignant drama . . . What happens when war ends? How do people move on after what they've seen and possibly done? Hardy explores these complex themes in this gentle but powerful novel. There'll be tears, but this evocative read is worth every one' Book of the Month, Woman and Home'Written with great delicacy and feeling' Elizabeth Buchan, author of Two Women in Rome'Hardy's supremely observed novel blossoms like a rose-sharp and pointed, and stunningly beautiful' Inga Vesper, author of The Long, Long Afternoon'A poignant, powerful novel about aftermath, trauma and hope' Katie Lumsden, author of The Secrets of Hartwood HallLONGLISTED FOR THE HWA GOLD CROWN AWARD FOR BEST HISTORICAL FICTION NOVEL OF THE YEAR**20th September 2023 https://www.historiamag.com/the-2023-hwa-crown-awards-longlists/

Voir livre

The Forsaken and the Dead - The...

Sidney Thompson

Books 1 & 2 of the Bass Reeves Trilogy adapted for the Paramount+ miniseries Lawmen: Bass Reeves 
 
 
 
All heroes have fatal flaws and a moment of defining hubris, but few rise from the ashes to achieve greater heights. In 1884 Deputy US Marshal Bass Reeves was arrested for murder and placed among his own prisoners in Hell on the Border, the infamous federal jail in Fort Smith, Arkansas. It was the single greatest setback of his illustrious career, but it wouldn't be his last mistake or trial by fire. 
 
 
 
In The Forsaken and the Dead we meet Reeves again. In the 1890s, past his prime, Reeves proceeds through the valleys and shadows of Indian and Oklahoma Territories. Despite his caution and innovations as a lawman and detective, his nation no longer seems a product of his own making—so much like his children and his marriage to Jennie. While a modern world implodes around him and demons from his past continue to haunt his present, he remains resolute in his faith that he can be a steady rider on a pale horse.

Voir livre

3 Stories - Set in St Petersburg...

Nikolai Gogol, L T Meade, Anton...

There is something about the number 3.    
 
The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.   
 
Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois.  It seems good things usually come in threes. 
 
Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating. 
 
From their pens to your your ears.  
 
01 - 3 Stories - Set in St Petersburg 
02 - The Cloak by Nikolai Gogol also known as 'The Overcoat' 
03 - The Blue Laboratory by L T Meade 
04 - Misery by Anton Chekhov

Voir livre