by Alek Shrader
First published 2022
Carmen is a passionate dancer in 1830s Seville. When she meets the infamous bullfighter Escamillo, their fiery romance ignites a chain of jealousy, obsession, and deadly consequences. As Carmen's tempestuous relationship with Escamillo spirals out of control, she must choose between her love for him and her fierce independence. In the end, Carmen's defiant spirit collides with Escamillo's unyielding pride, leading to a shocking and tragic finale.
Genres: drama, romance, historical-fiction, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, tragic-romance
Setting: Seville
Period: 1830s
112 pages · Hardcover · Clover Press
Content warnings: violence