A Scandalous Bloom
A Scandalous Bloom

Author: Holly Hampton

Publisher: Rawl Hardial

Published: 2024-05-31

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13:

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A Scandalous Bloom: A Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Redemption in Regency London Uncover the secrets of high society as a love story unfolds amidst scandal and intrigue. Evelyn, a young woman of impeccable breeding and sharp wit, finds herself captivated by the enigmatic Alexander, a man of wealth and charm whose past is shrouded in mystery. Their whirlwind romance blossoms amidst the glittering ballrooms and opulent gardens of Regency London, but their happiness is threatened when whispers of Alexander's scandalous past begin to surface. As Evelyn delves deeper into the truth, she uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that shatters her illusions and tests the boundaries of her love. With her reputation and her heart on the line, she must navigate the treacherous waters of high society, seeking allies in unexpected places and confronting the dark secrets that threaten to destroy their happiness. A Scandalous Bloom is a captivating tale of love, loss, and redemption set against the backdrop of Regency London's glittering social scene. It is a story of resilience and courage, of forgiveness and second chances, and of the enduring power of love to triumph over adversity. Key Themes: Love and Betrayal: Explore the complexities of love, the pain of betrayal, and the enduring power of forgiveness. Secrets and Scandal: Uncover the hidden truths of high society, where appearances are everything and secrets can be deadly. Redemption and Second Chances: Witness the transformative power of remorse, personal growth, and the pursuit of a better future. Society and Class: Navigate the rigid social structures of Regency London, where love often clashes with societal expectations. Resilience and Courage: Follow Evelyn's journey of self-discovery as she confronts adversity and fights for her happiness. Perfect for fans of: Historical romance novels Stories of love, betrayal, and redemption Intriguing tales of secrets and scandal Books set in Regency England Immerse yourself in the captivating world of A Scandalous Bloom and discover a love story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.

A Plain Scandal
A Plain Scandal

Author: Amanda Flower

Publisher: B&H Publishing Group

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 1433676982

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A young computer specialist new to the quiet Amish community of Appleseed Creek is shocked when an outbreak of crimes against these pious people soon escalates to murder

Scandalous Fictions
Scandalous Fictions

Author: Jago Morrison

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2006-10-31

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 0230287840

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This study re-examines the twentieth-century novel as a form shaped by its problematic, often scandalous relation to the public sphere. Discussing ten texts against the challenges of their milieus, it considers twentieth-century fiction as a tradition of transgression, perennially caught between license and licentiousness, erudition and sedition.

White Houses
White Houses

Author: Amy Bloom

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 081299566X

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The unexpected and forbidden affair between Eleanor Roosevelt and Lorena Hickok unfolds in a triumph of historical fiction from the New York Times bestselling author of Away and Lucky Us.

Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage
Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage

Author: Valerie Bowman

Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 1466813210

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A duchess awaiting trial for her vile husband's murder is the most delicious gossip the ton has heard in years. But for Kate Townsende, the woman in question, it could be a matter of life and death. And when a shrewd and handsome nobleman offers to publish her side of the story while arranging for a barrister to take her case, she's tempted by much more than the chance to defend herself... James Bancroft, Viscount Medford, tells himself he's only interested in a bestselling pamphlet, but Kate's stubborn determination is captivating. Could the accused widow be telling the truth? At first, James isn't sure of anything besides his growing desire for her—but before long he's willing to risk much more than his reputation to make the infamous beauty his wife... Secrets of a Scandalous Marriage is the third Secret Brides novel from Valerie Bowman.

The Scandal of the Gospels
The Scandal of the Gospels

Author: David McCracken

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 1994-01-06

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 0195359216

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This book argues that the gospels are in an important sense "occasions for offense." The Jesus of the gospels is a scandal (skandalon, in the original Greek) and he is never more scandalous than when he is speaking in parables. Interpreters of the gospels over the centuries have consistently labored to domesticate the offense or to eliminate it entirely. David McCracken, focusing on parables, Matthew's narrative contexts, and the gospel of John, seeks to recover the gospels' sense of Jesus as skandalon. To this end, he enlists the help of Kierkegaard, the philosopher of offense, and to a lesser extent that of Bakhtin, both of whom prove to be surprisingly apt conversation partners for the evangelists.

Trouble On Top
Trouble On Top

Author: Billie Bloom

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2021-12-11

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13:

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Grayson Honestly, a career ending injury is somehow worse when your best friend's hot brother is watching. Oh, and did I mention he's replacing me as goalie for the MU hockey team? Everyone wants him, myself included, but he's pure trouble... If only I had the willpower to say no to him. Parker Grayson's finally noticing me and it's not just because of my hockey prowess. He can deny me all he wants, but I can see the truth in his eyes and taste it on his tongue when I finally break down his walls. What's life without a little risk?

A Mystery in Bloom: Scandal in the Saffron (An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery—Book 4)
A Mystery in Bloom: Scandal in the Saffron (An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery—Book 4)

Author: Fiona Grace

Publisher: Fiona Grace

Published: 2024-08-20

Total Pages: 227

ISBN-13: 1094384933

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Landscape designer Alice Bloom anticipated lush gardens at a tropical island retreat—until a murder disrupts paradise, and she finds herself digging up clues to uncover a killer. Amid tropical intrigue and blooming relationships, can Alice prune the list of suspects before the killer strikes again? A Mystery in Bloom: Scandal in the Saffron (An Alice Bloom Cozy Mystery—Book 4) is the fourth novel in a new series by cozy mystery author Fiona Grace. The series begins with A Mystery in Bloom: Murder in the Marigolds (Book 1). The Alice Bloom series is a page-turning, charming cozy mystery that invites you into a picturesque setting, packed with humor, romance, and surprise twists and turns. You’ll be up well past bedtime as you fall in love with your new favorite female protagonist. Future books in the series are also available!

The Scandalous Times of a Book Louse
The Scandalous Times of a Book Louse

Author: Robert Muponde

Publisher: Penguin Random House South Africa

Published: 2021-05-04

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 1485904765

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A magical coming-of-age tale in rural Zimbabwe Ah, you’ve arrived. Sit down, please, and make yourself comfortable. There may not be much dinner tonight – Father is still out of work; Mother can’t do anything with those stunted maize plants in the stony ground – but at least you are here, in Gushure Village, home to unsurpassed raconteurs and the Guramatunhu family, who know that telling stories staves off hunger. Surprise awaits at every turn: thoughts and conversations bloom into poems, political speeches and songs. You will find instructions for cooking a hare, for how to defend yourself when a dead snake is your enemy’s chosen weapon, how to speak in war tongues, how to compose a fist and aim it at a tree trunk, how to eliminate animal terrorism in a time of rabies, how to rehearse the body-viewing of a good-looking corpse, how to rock under flying okapis with The Double Shuffle, and how to practise your lovemaking technique on a woman drawn in the sand. At a time when cooked ants constitute a feast, the future nevertheless holds abundant prospects for the boy who devours words. But there is an unexpected fork in the road for this book louse, and plenty of wondrous twists and shocking turns. Hilarious, poetic and poignant, Robert Muponde’s vibrant coming-of-age story of Ronald Guramatunhu brings to life rural Zimbabwe from the Second Chimurenga to independence. There are malevolent mermaids, eccentric shamans, outrageous relatives, fearsome teachers, and men who transform into hippos in a tale that captures all the magic of childhood.

The Art of Scandal
The Art of Scandal

Author: Sean Latham

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2012-09-13

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 0199922934

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The Art of Scandal advances a relatively simple claim with far-reaching consequences for modernist studies: writers and readers throughout the early twentieth century revived the long-despised codes and habits of the roman á clef as a key part of that larger assault on Victorian realism we now call modernism. In the process, this resurgent genre took on a life of its own, reconfiguring the intricate relationship between literature, celebrity, and the law. Sean Latham summons cases of the novel's social notoriety--and the numerous legal scandals the form provoked--to articulate the material networks of reception and circulation through which modernism took shape, revealing a little explored popular history within its development. Producers as well as consumers used elements of the controversial roman á clef, a genre that challenges the idea of fiction as autonomous from the social and political world. In turn, this widespread practice provoked not only a generative aesthetic crisis, but also a gradually unfolding legal quandary that led Britain's highest courts to worry that fiction itself might be illegal. Modernism sat squarely, for a time, between literature and the law. With skillful close readings aided by extensive archival research, Latham illuminates the world of backbiting, gossip, litigation, and sensationalism through chapters on Oscar Wilde's trial, Joyce's Ulysses, celebrity salons, and Parisian bohemia. Original, colorful, and perceptive, The Art of Scandal both salvages the reputation of the roman á clef form and traces its curious itinerary through the early twentieth century. Seeking out the best new interdisciplinary work, this series explores the cultural bearings of literary modernism across multiple fields, geographies, symbolic forms, and media.