First published 2017
In this captivating collection, Walter Besant transports readers to the heart of Victorian England. From the fog-shrouded streets of London to the grand manor houses of the countryside, these richly-drawn stories explore the hidden passions and dark secrets that lurk beneath the surface of proper society. Witness the unexpected twists of fate that befall genteel families, the chilling supernatural encounters that chill the soul, and the human dramas that play out against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. Through it all, Besant's keen eye for detail and masterful storytelling craft a vivid tapestry of life in a bygone era.
Genres: fiction, short-stories, historical-fiction, 19th-century, gothic
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: human-drama, unexpected-twists
Setting: London, Countryside
Period: Victorian-Era
142 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform