Impaled Bride

Author : Rhiannon Frater
Publisher : Rhiannon Frater
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Impaled Bride by Rhiannon Frater Pdf

My name is Erzsébet, Countess Dolingen of Gratz, and I am a vampire. I am also Vlad Dracula’s one true love. ​ For centuries, we shared a love that consumed us whole. But betrayal can turn the greatest of passions bitter in the hearts of lovers. In anger, he impaled me on an iron stake and left me to suffer in a mausoleum hidden from the world. Now, my mind wanders through the centuries, recalling the triumphs and defeats of my long life. From my childhood as the daughter of an Archwitch to my time as the wife of Vlad the Impaler that eventually resulted in my captivity, I remember all the triumphs and the failures. ​ But what my beloved doesn’t know is that I am not yet defeated…

Author : Rhiannon Frater
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0463783859

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Impaled Bride by Rhiannon Frater Pdf

Author : Rhiannon Frater
Publisher : Rhiannon Frater
Page : 423 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Lament of the Vampire Bride by Rhiannon Frater Pdf

In the great city of Buda, Hungary, I have sought to establish myself as a member of the new vampire court, and create a family with my love, Ignatius, and my fledgling vampire daughter, Laura. Yet, I am constantly menaced by unknown forces, and the threat of my blood union to Vlad Dracula looms over me. ​ Though I am no longer his prisoner, Vlad Dracula’s voice echoes in the recesses of my mind. His blood binds us together in a twisted matrimony in spite of the deep hatred for him that burns within my soul. I yearn to be free from this darkest of magic for I fear that he will return one night, and I will not be able to resist the call of his blood.

Author : Danielle Marie Roemer,Cristina Bacchilega
Publisher : Wayne State University Press
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0814329055

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Angela Carter and the Fairy Tale by Danielle Marie Roemer,Cristina Bacchilega Pdf

A diverse collection of essays, artwork, interviews, and fiction on Angela Carter.

Author : Wesley Van Tassel
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 493 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-23
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781621536635

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Clues to Acting Shakespeare (Third Edition) by Wesley Van Tassel Pdf

“A workhorse of a book! Beautifully conceived and executed. Clues to Acting Shakespeare is a no-brainer purchase for acting collections in all libraries.” —Library Journal Clues to Acting Shakespeare has become a popular guide for actors, directors, teachers and Shakespeare enthusiasts, selling over 15,000 copies of previous editions. This third edition retains the second edition’s unique solutions to challenges that face directors and actors at advanced levels and is expanded to include an entirely new section for amateur and community theatre groups. In this new edition, readers will be delighted to find: New section to aid community theatres to perform Shakespeare’s plays, including five recorded workshops of community theatre actors coached and trained by the author Updates to the successful sections on training student actors (MFA and BFA programs), and professional actors (including audition tips)—highlighted by twenty author-coached workshops with professional and advanced student actors Improved section for teachers of high school and child actors with worksheets and sample lesson plans New exercises and resources for all levels of acting and production To aid professionals, Clues to Acting Shakespeare offers a one-day brush-up for auditions and preparation to play Shakespeare immediately. Text analysis, character studies, and both classical British training and American methods are explored. The exercises and recorded workshops provide inspiring advice to all actors and demonstrate concepts discussed throughout the book. The critical skills required for acting Shakespeare, including scansion, phrasing, caesura, breathing, speech structure, antithesis, and more are covered in detail. The comprehensive exercises using the Bard’s plays and sonnets teach actors to break down the verse, support the words, understand the imagery, and use the text to create vibrant performances.

Author : Gina Wisker
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2005-07-13
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 082641561X

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Horror Fiction by Gina Wisker Pdf

This is a series of introductory books about different types of writing. One strand of the series focuses on genres such asScience Fiction, Horror, Romance, and Crime, and the other focuses on movements or styles often associated with historicaland cultural locations—Postcolonial, Native American, Scottish, Irish, American Gothic.Authors covered in this volume includeWilliam Peter Blatty, Ira Levine, BramStoker, Shirley Jackson, Angela Carter,Mary Shelley, Stephen King, Anne Rice,and Washington Irving.

Author : Rhiannon Frater
Publisher : Rhiannon Frater
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2011-09-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781441439888

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The Vengeance of the Vampire Bride by Rhiannon Frater Pdf

I was born Lady Glynis Wright, the daughter of English aristocrats. When traveling in the Carpathian Mountains, my family met a tragic end. ​ I was transformed into a creature of the night, and I suffered great horrors at the hands of my evil vampire master, Count Vlad Dracula. I vowed to one day escape him, and live a life free of his brutality. Since those early days of my captivity in the castle, I have learned to embrace the title of Countess Dracula as I set into motion plans to seek revenge against those who betrayed my family to Dracula and to reunite with the man I love. Despite my ambitions, it’s increasingly apparent that my life continues to be overshadowed by the ominous presence of Vlad Dracula.

Author : Emma Liggins,Andrew Maunder,Ruth Robbins
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-16
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780230300804

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The British Short Story by Emma Liggins,Andrew Maunder,Ruth Robbins Pdf

The short story remains a crucial - if neglected - part of British literary heritage. This accessible and up-to-date critical overview maps out the main strands and figures that shaped the British short story and novella from the 1850s to the present. It offers new readings of both classic and forgotten texts in a clear, jargon-free way.

Author : Elizabeth Thornton
Publisher : Fanfare
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-20
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307788658

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The Bride's Bodyguard by Elizabeth Thornton Pdf

With his striking good looks, Ross Trevenan was one of the most attractive men Tessa Lorimer had ever seen. But five minutes in his company convinced her he was the most arrogant, infuriating man alive. That's why it was such a shock to discover Trevenan's true purpose: hired to escort her out of Paris and back to England, he had sworn that he'd do anything to keep her safe--even if he had to marry her to do it. Now, finding herself a bride to a devastatingly attractive bodyguard seems more hazardous than any other situation she could possibly encounter. Yet Tessa doesn't know that she holds the key to a mystery that Trevenan would sell his soul to solve...and that a vicious murderer will kill to keep.

Author : Deeanne Gist
Publisher : Bethany House
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2005-07
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780764200724

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A Bride Most Begrudging by Deeanne Gist Pdf

"Set in 1640's Colonial Virginia, a marriage of convenience becomes most inconvenient when the bride proves more than the planter had bargained for"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Vera Nazarian
Publisher : Norilana Books
Page : 1154 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781607621584

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Cobweb Bride: The Complete Trilogy by Vera Nazarian Pdf

Contains the following complete novels: - Cobweb Bride (Book One) - Cobweb Empire (Book Two) - Cobweb Forest (Book Three) Praise for Cobweb Bride ". . . Nazarian writes clean and true prose . . ." —Publishers Weekly "Set in an alternate Renaissance Europe, this series opener by Russian-born Nazarian combines the stylistic manner of a folktale with the trappings of an epic fantasy, one driven by compassion rather than heroics. . . . Fans of period fantasy and those who like stories that feel like fairy tales should appreciate this skillful novel by the twice Nebula Award-nominated author of Dreams of the Compass Rose and The Duke in His Castle." —Library Journal "I really enjoyed the rich, complex and highly unusual storytelling in the Cobweb Bride. Nazarian does an excellent job of painting the Renaissance world of her alternate reality and bringing in interesting twists of fantasy to the story. . . . Everything about this story that was fresh and new. I loved the premise it was built on and I loved the story itself. The characters are rich, multi-dimensional, and so easy to get to know and identify with. I am really looking forward to reading the next book in the trilogy when it comes out and in finding out more about what happens to the characters that still have a mission to carry out and how the story eventually resolves by the end of the trilogy. I recommend this book to readers of YA, lovers of fantasy, alternate-history, and alternate-reality. It was a terrific read." —Tracy M. Riva, Midwest Book Review "Cobweb Bride is astonishing and captivating; a lush fantasy of imagery and magical realism. The visuals are illustrated by the author's lyrical and metaphoric writing. Every chapter and scene revels in this mortal coil, surrounded by an expansive collage of characters immersed in a plot as rich and decadent as a Verdi opera. . . . The vibrancy of Ms. Nazarian's writing is sheer kaleidoscopic visualization. The folkloric-fable twists and turns recount shavings from the mythos of Hades and Persephone without boring you with a full-blown serving of predictability. The romance is as subtle as it is grim, with glimmers of hope taking us further to our doom—perhaps. . . . The overall tone is introspective, hauntingly quiet with elements of horror-fantasy that are as provocative as the works of Tanith Lee and Storm Constantine." —Patrice, Romantic Historical Reviews, a 5-Star Top Pick Many are called... She alone can save the world and become Death's bride. COBWEB BRIDE is a history-flavored fantasy novel with romantic elements of the Persephone myth, about Death's ultimatum to the world.

Author : Dianne Freeman
Publisher : Kensington Books
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2022-06-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781496731678

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A Bride's Guide to Marriage and Murder by Dianne Freeman Pdf

Frances Wynn, the American-born Countess of Harleigh, returns in Dianne Freeman’s charming, lighthearted mystery series set in Victorian England, and finds her wedding day overshadowed by murder . . . On the eve of her marriage to George Hazelton, Frances has a great deal more on her mind than flowers and seating arrangements. The Connors and the Bainbridges, two families of American robber barons, have taken up residence in London, and their bitter rivalry is spilling over into the highest social circles. At the request of her brother, Alonzo, who is quite taken with Miss Madeline Connor, Frances has invited the Connor family to her wedding. Meanwhile, Frances’s mother has invited Mr. Bainbridge, and Frances fears the wedding may end up being newspaper-worthy for all the wrong reasons. On the day itself, Frances is relieved to note that Madeline’s father is not among the guests assembled at the church. The reason for his absence, however, turns out to be most unfortunate: Mr. Connor is found murdered in his home. More shocking still, Alonzo is caught at the scene, holding the murder weapon. Powerful and ruthless, Connor appears to have amassed a wealth of enemies alongside his fortune. Frances and George agree to put their wedding trip on hold to try and clear Alonzo’s name. But there are secrets to sift through, not just in the Bainbridge and Connor families, but also in their own. And with a killer determined to evade discovery at any cost—even if it means taking another life—Frances’s first days as a newlywed will be perilous indeed . . .

Author : Richard Kadrey,Cassandra Khaw
Publisher : Tor Nightfire
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2023-10-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250867032

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The Dead Take the A Train by Richard Kadrey,Cassandra Khaw Pdf

Bestselling authors Cassandra Khaw and Richard Kadrey have teamed up to deliver a dark new story with magic, monsters, and mayhem, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Joe Hill. Julie is a coked-up, burnt-out thirty-year-old whose only retirement plan is dying early. She’s been trying to establish herself in the NYC magic scene, and she’ll work the most gruesome gigs, exorcize the nastiest demons, and make deals with the cruelest gods to claw her way to the top. But nothing can prepare her for the toughest job yet: when her best friend, Sarah, shows up at her door in need of help. Keeping Sarah safe becomes top priority. Julie is desperate for a quick fix to break the dead-end grind and save her friend. But her power grab sets off a deadly chain of events that puts Sarah – and the entire world - directly in the path of annihilation. The first explosive adventure in the Carrion City Duology, The Dead Take the A Train fuses Cassandra Khaw’s cosmic horror and Richard Kadrey’s gritty fantasy into a full-throttle thrill ride straight into New York’s magical underbelly. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Cassandra Khaw,Richard Kadrey
Publisher : Tor Nightfire
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781250343338

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Sneak Peek for The Dead Take the A Train by Cassandra Khaw,Richard Kadrey Pdf

Bestselling authors Cassandra Khaw and Richard Kadrey have teamed up to deliver a dark new story with magic, monsters, and mayhem, perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and Joe Hill. Download a FREE sneak peek today! Julie Crews is a coked-up, burnt-out thirty-something who packs a lot of magic into her small body. She’s been trying to establish herself in the NYC magic scene, and she’ll work the most gruesome gigs to claw her way to the top. Julie is desperate for a quick career boost to break the dead-end grind, but her pleas draw the attention of an eldritch god who is hungry for revenge. Her power grab sets off a deadly chain of events that puts her closest friends – and the entire world – directly in the path of annihilation. The first explosive adventure in the Carrion City Duology, The Dead Take the A Train fuses Khaw’s cosmic horror and Kadrey’s gritty fantasy into a full-throttle thrill ride straight into New York’s magical underbelly. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Victor Harold Matthews,Don C. Benjamin
Publisher : Paulist Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : 0809137313

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Old Testament Parallels by Victor Harold Matthews,Don C. Benjamin Pdf

In this newly revised and expanded second edition, Victor Matthews and Don Benjamin have gathered key ancient documents from Eastern Mediterranean traditions that provide a literary backdrop for Old Testament writings.