Books matching: elite society drama
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Save:A classic, over-the-top Georgian romance packed with wit, intrigue, and dazzling period detail. You’ll either adore the audacious characters and madcap adventure, or bounce off the May-December dynamic and aristocratic drama. Worth a try for vintage romance fans - just be ready for some old-fashioned attitudes along with the fun!
'These Old Shades' by Georgette Heyer is a historical romance set in the 18th century, following the story of the Duke of Avon who rescues a young girl, Leonie, from a troubled past. The Duke adopts Leonie as his page and together they navigate a plot of revenge, intrigue, and unexpected romance. The book is praised for its witty dialogue, colorful characters, and a plot filled with twists and turns that keep the readers engaged. Heyer's writing style is described as bold, humorous, and entertaining, making the book a delightful romp in the world of elite society.
A gentleman was strolling down a side street in Paris, on his way back from the house of one Madame de Verchoureux. He walked mincingly, for the red heels of his shoes were very high. A long purple cl...1926•374 pages - #2
Save:Dark, beautiful, and brimming with Shakespearean drama - If We Were Villains is a haunting campus mystery best enjoyed by lovers of dark academia and classic theater, but its stylized writing and highbrow references aren’t for everyone.
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio is a dark and suspenseful novel set in an eccentric conservatory college where seven fourth-year acting students are deeply immersed in Shakespearean theater. The story unfolds through the memories of Oliver, who has just been released from prison after serving a ten-year sentence for a crime that is gradually revealed. The book delves into the relationships, secrets, and tragedies that unfold among the students, all while incorporating Shakespearean quotes and themes throughout the narrative. The writing style is described as captivating, emotionally arresting, and filled with tension, making the book a thrilling and engrossing read.
I sit with my wrists cuffed to the table and I think, But that I am forbid / To tell the secrets of my prison-house, / I could a tale unfold whose lightest word / Would harrow up thy soul. The guard s...April 2017•379 pages
