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Moseley 1850-1900: Space, place and people in a middle-class Birmingham suburb
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During the second half of the nineteenth century, Moseley, a small hamlet just south of Birmingham, developed into a flourishing middle-class suburb. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, Janet Berry’s ambitious research asks why and how this particular suburb grew and who was instrumental in its development. What influenced the types of houses that were built and the styles of their gardens? How did residents experience life in the new suburb? How did they create a community?
In analysing an extraordinary quantity of records, Dr Berry builds a notably nuanced portrait of a place and its people that goes beyond stereotypical images of the Victorians. The suburb was a physical, social, cultural, and psychological space where people conveyed messages about their identity; relationships, lived experiences, and responses to change are all revealed.
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Death functioned as a marginal theme in the photographic culture of Victorian Britain, acknowledged to the extent that it could rely on an established language of death-related symbolism to communicate its message to a Victorian audience.Whether documented by private post mortem photography or explored in photographic art, death provided an exclusive entrée into aesthetic sublimity.
Photographing Death examines how both the studio photographer and the art photographer presented an idealised version of the corpse, with few reminders of the physical facts of death.
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She confesses to Damian her wish to engage in “activities that a man may only obtain from the likes of a prostitute,” but that her social standing prohibits her from doing so. She then initiates an erotic demonstration of what she has in mind, following which he eagerly agrees to help her.
Subsequent encounters then uncover Damian’s tendency towards sadism. Not only is his arousal enhanced by dominating Lady Bridgette, but delivering pleasure to her through spanking greatly intensifies his subsequent release.
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Christmas Vintage Ephemera Collection for:
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This paperback bookcontains over 290 vintage Christmas images (Christmas Cards, Greeting Cards, Old Fashioned Cards, Tags, and other seasonal ephemera) ready to be cut out and used in all your arts and crafts projects.
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- 8.5″x 11” Size
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Death at Bishop’s Keep (A Victorian Mystery Book 1)
The first title in The Victorian Mysteries series, sure to delight fans of Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie.
Kathryn Ardleigh is everything the Victorian English gentlewoman is not: outspoken, free-thinking, Irish-American, and a writer of penny-dreadfuls, sensational tales of adventure, romance, and crime-and-detection.
When she takes possession of Bishop’s Keep, the Ardleigh estate in Essex England that she has inherited, she shocks the household and captures the attention of amateur detective Sir Charles Sheridan. Sir Charles is interested in the developing forensic sciences: toxicology, ballistics, fingerprints, X-ray, and crime scene photography.
Soon there is something to interest both Kate and Sir Charles: a recently-dead body just uncovered at a nearby archaeological dig. The investigation provides the perfect research background for Kate’s next novel. But the inquisitive writer may be digging too deep–especially when the trail leads her into a secret occult society known as the Order of the Golden Dawn.
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The Darlings of the Asylum: A gripping dark historical fiction psychological thriller and captivating winter read new in paperback for 2023…
To marry is madness.
To escape is impossible.‘The Darlings of the Asylum by Noel O’Reilly grips like a vice’ Nicola Cornick
In 1886, a respectable young woman must acquire a husband. But Violet Pring longs to be a professional artist and live on her own terms.
When she turns down a desirable marriage proposal from an eligible Brighton gentleman, her family have had enough of her independent streak. Against her wishes, they lock her away in Hillwood Grange Lunatic Asylum.
Now at the mercy of the sinister Dr Rastrick, she must keep her wits about her if she has any hope of escaping.
This tantalizing Gothic novel from Noel O’Reilly tells a thrilling story of duty and desire, madness and sanity, truth and delusion from within a Victorian asylum.
Praise for The Darlings of the Asylum:
‘Always engaging and readable’ Sunday Times
‘The narrative rattles along irresistibly all the way to its suitably gothic climax’ Readers’ Digest
‘This darkly atmospheric psychological thriller oozes menace’ Women’s Own
‘Wow! I have been on the edge of my seat with this one! The Darlings of the Asylum… grips like a vice’ Nicola Cornick, author of The Winter Garden
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The Christmas Stories by Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol, The Chimes, The Cricket on the Hearth, The Battle of Life, A Christmas Tree and others
“The Christmas Stories by Charles Dickens: Illustrated” is a festive treasury that gathers together some of the most beloved holiday tales penned by the celebrated author, Charles Dickens. This enchanting collection includes timeless classics such as “A Christmas Carol,” “The Chimes,” “The Cricket on the Hearth,” “The Battle of Life,” “A Christmas Tree,” and several others.Charles Dickens, known for his masterful storytelling, invites readers into the heart of Victorian England during the Christmas season. Through his vivid narratives and memorable characters, Dickens captures the spirit of generosity, redemption, and the joy of the holiday season.
In “A Christmas Carol,” readers follow the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge from a miserly old man to a kind-hearted benefactor after a visit from the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. “The Chimes” explores themes of social injustice and the power of hope, while “The Cricket on the Hearth” weaves a tale of love and family bonds.
“The Battle of Life” and “A Christmas Tree” round out this collection, offering readers a glimpse into Dickens’ skillful storytelling and his ability to convey the warmth and magic of Christmas.
This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience with captivating artwork that brings Dickens’ characters and settings to life. “The Christmas Stories by Charles Dickens: Illustrated” is a perfect companion for the holiday season, providing readers of all ages with a timeless and heartwarming experience that celebrates the true spirit of Christmas. Rediscover these classic tales and let Dickens’ words fill your heart with joy and goodwill during this special time of year.
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A Christmas Carol
The Chimes
The Cricket on the Hearth
The Battle of Life
The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain
A Christmas Tree
What Christmas Is as We Grow Older
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THE MALVERN MURDERS a captivating Victorian historical murder mystery: 1 (Inspector Ravenscroft Detective Mysteries)
A CAPTIVATING HISTORICAL MURDER MYSTERY SET IN VICTORIAN ENGLANDThis is a revised and updated edition of THE MALVERN MURDERS.
Before Jack the Ripper terrorized London, Police Inspector Samuel Ravenscroft patrolled the grimy streets of Whitechapel – but he’s no Inspector Abberline.
Malvern, 1887. Clever and hard-working, Ravenscroft nonetheless has the worst record in the force. He lets a murderer escape during a chase and is banished to the spa town of Malvern for a water treatment to cure his asthma.
MURDER FOLLOWS THE INSPECTOR
Ravenscroft accepts a dinner invitation from a new acquaintance, Jabez Pitzer. Before the dinner gong can sound, the maid finds Pitzer slumped over his desk – dead. Ravenscroft sees two glasses on a small side table. One has a powdery residue at the bottom and the faint smell of bitter almonds.
A BODY IN THE LIBRARY
Ravenscroft immediately recognizes the signs – Pitzer has been poisoned. But the local authorities are reluctant to believe there is a murderer in Malvern.
He may be recovering his strength, but Ravenscroft has all his wits intact. He finds himself pulled into the investigation. Hungry to prove himself, Ravenscroft is determined to solve the case. But the bodies mount up. Someone is killing local luminaries.
WHO WILL BE NEXT?
A mysterious woman in black was witnessed speaking to each of the victims. Who is she and why does death seem to follow her? And does a local cartel of businessmen have anything to do with it?
RAVENSCROFT IS OUT OF THE SMOKE BUT MALVERN HAS ITS OWN DEADLY FIRES
THE MALVERN MURDERS is packed with delicious dialogue, sly humour and Victorian atmosphere. Perfect for fans of M.R.C. Kasasian, E.S. Thomson, Oscar De Muriel and Karen Charlton.
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Samuel Ravenscroft, unmarried and over forty, is a detective in the Whitechapel branch of the Metropolitan Police. Painfully asthmatic, he is often overlooked by his superiors in favour of his pushier colleagues. But Ravenscroft is keen to prove himself and strives to overcome his physical limitations. His tools are forthright questioning, close examination of the evidence and personal intuition. He often finds that the solution to many crimes is buried deep in the past.With his trusty Bradshaw, Ravenscroft and his colleague Constable Tom Crabb, travel around the Three Counties, overlooked by the Malvern Hills, bringing criminals to justice.
KERRY TOMBS was born near Birmingham, but grew up in various locations in north Worcestershire. After a career teaching in both England and Australia, he moved to Malvern in 1982, where he became a local genealogist, lecturer and bookseller.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT KERRY TOMBS
“I found this story very absorbing and hard to put down.” Berys
“Kerry Tombs knows how to keep your interest until the very end.” Delin
“Another great book in the series. The author kept you guessing the entire time.” Jerry
INSPECTOR RAVENSCROFT DETECTIVE MYSTERIES SERIES
Book 1: The Malvern Murders
Book 2: The Worcester Whisperers
Book 3: The Ledbury Lamplighters
Book 4: The Tewkesbury Tomb*
Book 5: The Droitwich Deceivers*
Book 6: The Pershore Poisoners*
Book 7: The Upton Undertakers*
Book 8: The Herefordshire Hangman*
Book 9: The Bromsgrove Bookseller*
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Charlotte and the Seductive Spymaster: A Steamy Enemies to Lovers Victorian Romance (Lady Charlotte’s Society of Angels Book 5)
Next in USA Today Bestseller Grace Callaway’s steamy, multi-award-winning Charlie’s Angels meets the Victorian era series…The only thing more dangerous than Lady Charlotte Fayne’s present investigation is her past.
As the founder of a society of lady detectives, Lady Charlie Fayne has made it her life’s mission to help women in need. Her desire stems from her own dark past…which rises like a spectre during her latest case. Suddenly, everything she has worked for—her independence, her society, and her future—is threatened by secrets and heartbreak she cannot escape…and steamy passion she cannot resist.
Torn between her past and present, between a charming new suitor and a seductive second chance romance, Charlie must decide her own fate. Yet every move she makes also unravels a deadly mystery that could lead to her undoing. Choosing who to trust and who to love will prove to be Charlie’s most perilous mission yet.
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Grace’s books feature hot historical romance, fun and feel-good happily ever afters, and exciting mystery and adventure. Her books are standalones which can also be enjoyed as part of her interconnected series set in the same universe.
LADY CHARLOTTE’S SOCIETY OF ANGELS (hot Victorian romance)
#1 Olivia and the Masked Duke (Livy & Ben)
#2 Pippa and the Prince of Secrets (Pippa & Cullen)
#3 Fiona and the Enigmatic Earl (Fiona & Thomas)
#4 Glory and the Master of Shadows (Glory & Wei)
#5 Charlotte and the Seductive Spymaster (Preorder)GAME OF DUKES (hot Victorian romance)
#1 The Duke Identity (Harry & Tessa)
#2 Enter the Duke (Ransom & Maggie)
#3 Regarding the Duke (Garrity & Gabby)
#4 The Duke Redemption (Wickham & Beatrice)
#5 The Return of the Duke (Severin & Fancy)
#6 Steamy Winter Wishes: A Hot Historical Romance Short Story (featuring characters from all of Grace’s series)HEART OF ENQUIRY (THE KENTS) (hot Regency romance)
Prequel Novella: The Widow Vanishes (Will & Annabel)
#1 The Duke Who Knew Too Much (Alaric & Emma)
#2 M is for Marquess (Gabriel & Thea)
#3 The Lady Who Came in from the Cold (Marcus & Penny)
#4 The Viscount Always Knocks Twice (Richard & Violet)
#5 Never Say Never to an Earl (Sinjin & Polly)
#6 The Gentleman Who Loved Me (Andrew & Primrose)MAYHEM IN MAYFAIR (hot Regency romance)
#1 Her Husband’s Harlot (Helena & Nicholas)
#2 Her Wanton Wager (Percy & Gavin)
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“This writer to me is in the leagues of Johanna Lindsey, Lisa Kleypas, Julia Quinn and Amanda Quick.” -Kathie, Amazon
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“Her characters have so much depth and you just feel like you are a part of their story…You can never go wrong by picking up any of her books but be prepared…you will love them so much you will buy every book she has.” -Pam, Goodreads
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The Ladies of Whitechapel: London. 1888. Their Stories.
London, 1888.Enter the narrow dark alleys of Victorian London, where women sold their bodies for pennies, and the rich preyed among the weak!
In the dark lanes, away from the hustle and bustle of Whitechapel High Street, four women live their lives. But someone is watching – and waiting.
In 1888, five victims of Jack the Ripper became famous for their horrific fate. That same year, police ignored many other women’s murders because of their class, or in an attempt to dispel the idea of a serial killer loose in Whitechapel.
Discover the forgotten women of Whitechapel: from heiress to whore, from wife to murderer – four woven tales of women struggling to survive the terror of Jack the Ripper’s reign.
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The Slum Lady: A heartwarming women’s saga story (Victorian Runaway Women)
One tormented lady. A daring escape. A chance for a new beginning.
1890s London
Pushed to breaking point, feisty Lady Catherine Frankland takes the bold and controversial decision to flee her terrifying husband for good, preferring a life of poverty in London’s East End.
Desperate, she believes even the slums will offer a greater chance of fulfilment in life than her idyllic – but prison-like – stately home. In a brave fight for survival, she mysteriously vanishes, leaving those behind wondering if she is alive – or dead.
An unlikely friendship with an impoverished but wily tenement neighbour enables the well-to-do lady to adjust to her new lifestyle. Alas, when Catherine secures a housemaid’s position in Mayfair, her aristocratic past suddenly catches up with her with dire consequences. Caught between her past and the future she longs for, Catherine must make a life-altering decision that could change everything.
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Join Catherine on her heartwrenching, emotional journey as this strong woman navigates the challenges of escaping her past, building a new life, and daring to hope for love and happiness amidst the hardships she faces.
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Sweet As Sin: Historical Gay Victorian Erotica
“Is that what you want, boy?” Groaned Victor. “You want me to buy all of me that deeply inside you? Want me to grip a tight fist of your hair, and help you ram yourself down onto me?”Martin moaned more loudly, squirming where he’d set himself on his knees, one hand going for the half-hardness at his own groin. He knew very well how to speak with his body with his mouth full, and clamped his eyes shut, mewling for ‘yes, yes’.
– – – – – – – – – – –A Victorian lord’s vices are best indulged discreetly: especially if he intends to remain marriageable material or to keep his high station in society. But there’s nothing money can’t buy in historical London, and he knows exactly where to go…
Things get thick, hot, and messy when Lord Victor Sommersby finds the perfect man for the job: a handsome twink with a stubborn streak who’s more than willing to get pounded rough and hard, all utterly unprotected.
Sweet as Sin is a 5,000 word short story suitable for adults (18+) only. It contains steamy situations between consenting adults which include erotic M/M gay sex scenes.
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Victorian Coloring Book. Grayscale: Coloring Book for Adults (Beauties coloring books)
Hand-drawn by artist.
GRAYSCALE coloring book featuring the illustrations of artist Alena Lazareva.- Include TWO full sets of the 20 amazing GRAYSCALE illustrations.
Share with a family member, color with a friend.
Enjoy coloring your favorite images a second time.
Have an extra copy in case you make a mistake.- BONUS 10 pictures from Alena Lazareva’s other coloring books.
- Page size is 8.5x11inches.
- Pages printed on one side only.
- Paper non-perforated
I recommend using colored pencils, soft pastel.
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The Scarred Duke’s Gamble: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
“Even if it is all a ruse, I cannot get you out of my head.”Duke Thomas’ only desire is to find his father’s killer and bring them to justice. But to do that, he must navigate a Society that can never look past the scars on his face…
Grace knows she is doomed when she finds herself alone with the notorious scarred Duke, moments away from a devastation scandal… Yet he saves her. And now she has to repay him the favor…
So when he proposes a fake courtship, she cannot deny him. It may all be a ruse, but the way he looks at her beneath those scars is enough to awaken something within her. Something that makes her want to risk everything…
*If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then The Scarred Duke’s Gamble is the novel for you.
An enchanting regency romance of 60,000 words (around 300 pages), written by Patricia Haverton and published by Cobalt Fairy.
No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Pick up “The Scarred Duke’s Gamble” today to discover Patricia’s captivating story!
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The Christmas Convent Child: A Warm PureRead Christmas (Victorian Christmas Romance)
After her parents die in a suspicious boating accident little Eliza is abandoned by her uncaring, unscrupulous guardians. If not for the love of the nuns in the convent she would surely have died.Little did she know that her coming of age would throw her back into peril when, after so many years, her scheming guardians reappear to kidnap and incarcerate her. What is the secret that Eliza holds that they are so keen to possess?
It is only through a chance meeting and the persistence of a thwarted inspector and his son that the truth comes to light.
The Christmas Convent Child is a beautiful Victorian historical romance that will warm many hours of happy reading – start reading right now, but be warned, this Christmas tale is hard to put down!
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Billington: Victorian Executioner
‘An insightful and gripping account that will take you into the dark but fascinating world of a Victorian executioner.’ – Stewart P. Evans
Between 1884 and 1905 James Billington and his three sons, Thomas, William and John, were responsible for 235 executions in Victorian Great Britain and Ireland. They hanged many notorious murderers, but equally fascinating is the story of the family. Did James really feel he served society and justice, or did this position satisfy something more personal?
Billington: Victorian Executioner provides a complete account of the stories behind James Billington’s executions, as well as the real man behind the rope – a man whose business was death. This enthralling biography is an exciting addition to any true crime bookshelf.Read more
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Beneath the Mistletoe’s Promise: A Clean Historical Regency Romance Book (Proposals During Christmastide 7)
Life is a journey full of unexpected challenges. You can move forward when you learn to trust the journey, even if you don’t understand it. Bound by duty and burdened with the past, Gillian and Sebastian tread a frozen path. Yet as the warmth of Christmas grows, an unexpected connection kindles. Will they dare to defy societal expectations and embrace the flame of their newfound love?
Miss Gillian Hughes, a woman of keen intellect and a compassionate heart, bears the burden of her family’s misfortune. Compelled to secure employment as a governess to support her ailing father, she finds herself placed within the grand yet emotionally frigid halls of Harrow Manor. Can she traverse these chilly corridors, defrost the distant household, and rekindle the warmth of the festive season?
Sebastian Bellamy, the Earl of Harrow, is a man ensnared by aloofness and haunted by past disappointments. Remaining withdrawn, especially from his daughters, who yearn for his affection, he presents a cold facade. However, when Gillian Hughes, with her sharp intellect and nurturing warmth, steps into his life as the girls’ governess, she manages to stir long-suppressed feelings within him. Can he surmount the ghosts of his past and allow his heart to open to the possibility of love and joy?
As Gillian and Sebastian maneuver through the intricacies of their roles within Harrow Manor, an undeniable bond takes root between them. Amidst the snow-kissed landscapes and shimmering Christmas festivities, their lives become inextricably intertwined. Yet, societal expectations, past heartbreaks, and the looming specter of a potential suitor for Sebastian pose significant challenges. Will Gillian and Sebastian yield to their blossoming feelings and grasp the chance for a shared future, or will the harsh winds of societal norms extinguish their love?
* Experience a mesmerizing love story that sparkles with passion, mystery, and holiday magic. Follow two hearts as they defy norms and discover the true meaning of love in the enchanting backdrop of Christmas. Join their journey through festive cheer as they unravel the depth of their connection, proving that genuine affection knows no bounds.
Approximately 65000 words.Also Free with Kindle Unlimited!
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A Contracted Spouse for the Prizefighter (Victorian Prizefighters Book 3)
Theodora knows in her heart that she has star quality but sadly, no-one else in her theatrical family feels the same way. When her sister, leaves to get married, Theo is promptly axed from the bill and expected to take a back seat in the family business.
Clem Dabney, aspiring theatre owner and ex-prizefighter has built up his supper and song business as far as he can take it. In order to expand he now needs a theatre. When Theodora appears before him with her outrageous proposition, he sees his chance and devil take the consequences.
Their marriage is purely a business arrangement, so Theo is not worried about Clem’s reputation and Clem is not concerned about Theo’s distinct lack of feminine charm. Now that’s all settled and out of the way, both agree things should be straightforward enough… Why then, is Clem acting the jealous husband when Theo finds herself among a throng of new admirers?A Contracted Spouse for the Prizefighter is a stand-alone Victorian romance novel of over 150,000 words. Please do not purchase if you are offended by strong language and or sex scenes.
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Fred Dibnah’s Victorian Heroes
Fred Dibnah was a man born out of his time. His era should have been the ‘magnificent age of British engineering’ – the nineteenth century – and his heroes were the great industrial engineers of the period whose prolific innovations and dedicated work ethic inspired a national mood of optimism and captured the hearts of the British public.
Fred Dibnah’s Victorian Heroes tells the stories of some of these men – including George and Robert Stephenson, Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Joseph Whitworth – and what it was that made them such inspirational figures to Fred. What were their backgrounds? Where did their drive and vision come from? What sort of people were they at work and at home? And what was their contribution to the history of industry and engineering?
Most of them – like Fred – were colourful, larger-than-life characters for whom no challenge was too great. Taking these fascinating characters as inspiration, Fred Dibnah’s Victorian Heroes gets to the very heart of what allowed nineteenth-century Britannia to rule the waves . . .
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THE COMPLETE EDWIN JAMES MYSTERIES BOOKS 1–3 three captivating crime mysteries set in Victorian London (Historical Mysteries Box sets)
GET **THREE** CAPTIVATING VICTORIAN CRIME MYSTERIES BRIMMING WITH INTRIGUE, SCANDAL AND BREATH-TAKING SUSPENSE IN ONE GREAT-VALUE BOX SET.Love Sherlock Holmes and Great Expectations? Then meet Edwin James, a stellar lawyer with a shady past and a talent for solving mysteries.
He’ll do whatever it takes to survive within the seamy underworld of Victorian London. Even if that means bending the rules he fought so hard to uphold . . .
PRAISE FOR ROY LEWIS:
‘Lewis skilfully ties up everything . . . smoothly written. Compassionate yet with plenty of force.’ New York Times
‘Legal shenanigans explicable, whodunit finely spun . . . A nice piece of work, in fact.’ Oxford Mail
‘Tough, salty and realistic.’ Times Literary Supplement
‘Roy Lewis is a writer who believes in keeping his readers on their toes with plenty of twists and surprises.’ Daily Telegraph
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IN THIS THREE-BOOK BOX SET:
BOOK 1: DEAD RINGER
A missing racehorse. A drowned woman. A case that could make Edwin James’s career — or cost him everything. In 1844, Running Rein took London by storm. First, he won the Derby. Then, he disappeared without a trace. Now, it’s up to upstart young counsel Edwin James to hunt him down, with help from shady ex-con Ben Gully. Together, they must follow a twisty trail through the very darkest corners of London’s underworld, with James’s creditors hot on their heels. Can they uncover the truth before anyone else dies?BOOK 2: BREATHS OF SUSPICION
Two dead swindlers. One suspect in the frame — and it’s Edwin James himself. James’s star is rising and a seat in Parliament beckons. To get it, James must go head to head with his arch nemesis Lord George Bentinck, a crooked aristo who is backing a candidate of his own. When Lord Bentinck’s lifeless body is found out on a lonely country path, James finds the finger of suspicion pointing at him. Can he clear his name before it’s too late?BOOK 3: A FUGITIVE ENGLISHMAN
Edwin James flees London, only to get himself into deeper, more dangerous waters in New York. Before long, he finds himself on the trail of the most infamous killer of them all: John Wilkes Booth, the callous actor who shot President Lincoln. But in a city where no one and nothing is what it seems, the truth can be hard to find. Can James solve the case before his past catches up to him?Don’t miss out on this acclaimed series of unputdownable mysteries! YOU GET ALL THREE OF THE ABOVE BOOKS IN THIS EDITION.
Fans of Arthur Conan Doyle, Kerry Tombs, Elly Griffiths, P.D. James, Oscar de Muriel, Alex Grecian and Carole Lawrence will devour this series of intriguing mysteries.
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THE DETECTIVE
Edwin James has lived a chequered life. A sensation in the courts and in Parliament, everyone in London has heard a thing or two about his rise to the top. Murderer. Queen’s Counsel. Knight. Scoundrel. Ladies’ man. James has been called all these things and more. But the truth behind the hearsay is more complex. James’s incisive powers of deduction won him a place the very top of his profession. Will they also be his undoing?THE SETTING
Victorian London may be a city full of thrilling possibilities, with the promise of progress hanging in the air like smog. But its twisty streets are also fraught with danger: from the dingy Docklands to the spires of Westminster and the alleys of Soho.ALSO BY ROY LEWIS
ARNOLD LANDON SERIES
ERIC WARD BOOKS
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Limelight: A Victorian Murder Mystery (Penny Green Series Book 1) (Penny Green Victorian Mystery Series)
How did an actress die twice?Penny Green has lost her job. Once admired as Fleet Street’s first lady reporter, she’s been dismissed for criticising a police decision. So when Scotland Yard calls on her help in a murder case, she’s reluctant to assist.
But the case perplexes her. How was a famous Victorian actress shot in Highgate Cemetery five years after she drowned in the River Thames? It makes no sense.
Penny’s personal connection to the murdered actress draws her in. As does the charm of Scotland Yard inspector, James Blakely. But her return to work sparks the attentions of someone with evil intent. Who is so desperate to keep the past hidden?
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A Victorian Workhouse – The Lives Of The Paupers: Mildenhall Suffolk (History of Mildenhall, Suffolk)
“It is obvious that Danny Pearson, author, has thoroughly researched the history of Mildenhall Workhouse, and has succeeded in writing a book that shines a light on part of Suffolk’s hidden past.
But, instead of being a tedious diary of chronological events, Danny has managed to bring history alive by looking into the lives of certain inmates, and how they did, or did not survive. Sometimes the writing is gory . . . But It’s real! This book is a highly readable account and an intriguing but sometimes gruesome chronicle of life during Victorian times in Suffolk.”Charlie Haylock, Voice Dialect Coach on “The Dig
“Pearson’s account of the lives of Mildenhall Workhouse residents has a well-structured narrative and conversational tone. Not just a chronicle of people and events, Pearson also injects a modern perspective and sense of humour into these stories. As a result, A Victorian Workhouse indirectly asks readers to consider how we can care for people today by laying bare the humanity of those who suffered through poverty in the Victoria era. This is an excellent and well-researched book for both casual readers and lovers of Victorian history.”
Devon Driver
100 Years on since the demolition of the grand Victorian mansion that was the Mildenhall Union Workhouse, this book tells the story of the “Paupers” unfortunate enough to have found themselves confined within it’s walls. The book takes you on a time travelling experience to meet former residents of this market town in rural Suffolk. Discovering grave robbery, disease, suicide, violence and misunderstood mental illness along the way. Discover their story.
Many individuals heartbreakingly fell into the poverty trap, created by the new poor law of 1834, desperate individuals who would never live outside the workhouse again. Any “Paupers” unfortunate enough to die within the workhouse, could find themselves sold to Cambridge University, their bodies used to train Medical students. Even in death the Paupers were owned by the workhouse. Read their story.
However there were inmates who walked proudly away from the institution and these stories can also be found in this book too. Such as the young Mildenhall lad, who had just a few years earlier walked the streets with his mum and sisters, dressed in rags without any food, toes poking out of his worn down shoes. This family tramped the streets looking for shelter on a freezing cold November evening. The same young man a decade later created a new life for himself, literally chasing away the Workhouse shadows in Sunny California, a real life Suffolk cowboy! Read his story.
Who ran the workhouse? Who were the Master and Matron of the Mildenhall Union? Who and what were the Board of Guardians? As well as the stories of the poor, this book reveals the lives of those tasked with caring for the poor. You will discover that the Master has some skeletons in his closet! Discover his story.
If you were to take a short stroll through Mildenhall you would soon discover many of the street names and buildings named after former wealthy residents. Names such as Hanmer, Bunbury, North, Aldrich, famous names not just in Mildenhall but throughout Britain. The poor walked the very same streets as theses famous families, leaving behind little evidence that they were ever here. These lives now carefully pieced back together through years of research using historical records and newspaper archives.
The poor were here too, read their story
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The Parlour Game: A Victorian Ghost Story (The Corvidae Hauntings)
DEATH IS ONLY THE BEGINNING… a dark gothic tale for fans of The Clockwork Girl and The Woman in Black.
London, 1873.
Ivy Granger, an amateur botanist, is plagued by disturbing dreams and faceless whispers. Misunderstood by her father, she fears for her sanity – threatened with the asylum or worse, the hands of a man she loathes.
But a stranger at her mother’s funeral reveals Ivy’s world has been a lie and she could have a different life, for she is capable of so much more…
Miss Earnshaw, London’s most renowned spiritualist, is Ivy’s only hope of revealing what secrets her mother took to the grave and discovering her true purpose.
Ivy’s journey for knowledge takes her to Blackham House, a building haunted by a terrible past – full of macabre artefacts and ancient studies of the supernatural. But behind closed doors, the Blackhams collect more than relics alone, and Ivy will soon find herself at the centre of a conspiracy spanning generations and a hidden evil waiting to be unleashed.
Can Ivy survive in a world where women must play their part or risk being silenced?
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Dinner with Dickens: Recipes inspired by the life and work of Charles Dickens
Recipes and menus from the novels and the household of Charles Dickens, one of the world’s favourite authors.
Dinner with Dickens celebrates the food of Victorian England by recreating dishes the author wrote about with such gusto, and enjoyed in real life. Food in the novels not only creates character and comedy, but is also a means of highlighting social issues. A grand wedding breakfast skewers ostentation in a wealthy household. A bread-and-butter tea conjures honesty and companionship. The gruel given to hungry children exposes a cruel and unjust regime.
The characters who throng Dickens novels are forever offering one another punch or seed biscuits; arranging a nice little supper of pickled salmon, salad and tea; showing concern with a roast fowl; or sisterly love with a painstakingly made beefsteak pudding. And, of course, there is the great feast of Christmas, celebrated in glorious style even by the impoverished Cratchits. At home, Dickens’ wife Catherine helped him entertain, and published (under a pseudonym) her own book, What Shall We Have for Dinner?, with pages of menus or “bills of fare” for different sizes of party and the changing seasons.
In Dinner with Dickens, Pen Vogler has fully updated recipes from contemporary Victorian cookbooks, including Catherine’s own book. Clear instructions enable you to recreate mutton stuffed with oysters, Betsey Prig’s Twopenny Salad, Dickens’ own recipe for punch and the Dickens family’s Twelfth Cake. In addition there are features on topics such as Dickens Abroad, Shopping for Food and Eating Out, with fascinating insights into housekeeping, entertaining and social history.
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The Dublin Railway Murder: The sensational true story of a Victorian murder mystery
A thrilling investigation of a true Victorian crime at Dublin railway station, shortlisted for the CWA Gold Dagger for Non-Fiction 2022.
‘All the shocks and surprises of the best crime fiction’ The Times Crime Club
Dublin, November 1856: George Little, the chief cashier of the Broadstone railway terminus, is found dead, lying in a pool of blood beneath his desk.
Yet there is no sign of a murder weapon and the office door is locked, apparently from the inside. Thousands of pounds in gold and silver are left untouched at the scene of the crime.
Augustus Guy, Ireland’s most experienced detective, teams up with Dublin’s leading lawyer to investigate the murder – but the case defies all explanation. Then a local woman comes forward, claiming to know the killer…
‘An intriguing and compelling true-crime whodunnit’ Irish Times
‘A true-crime masterclass… As compelling as any thriller’ Philip Gray, author of Two Storm Wood
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THE GUILD: VICTORIAN EROTICA
Victorian England and an orphanage attempt to help those leaving the facility by teaching them musical skills. Unfortunately, even with that benefit, some leave the orphanage without employment.Enter Donald Ropper, a questionable philanthropist who sees an opportunity to improve their employment chances. As musicians they have hundreds competing for every position. As delectable young women they would be competing with thousands of others. But as delectable young women playing music. Now, there was a market worth investigating.
This piece is a fantasy of over 18,000 words and eleven chapters, and despite my best efforts, it will undoubtedly have spelling errors. The story has eighteen participating characters who engage in foreplay, sex, lesbian acts, spanking, a femdom orgy and anal sex. All characters are over the age of 18. Do not read if any of this might offend you.
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RAVENSCROFT’S LAST CASE a captivating Victorian historical murder mystery (Inspector Ravenscroft Detective Mysteries Book 10)
AN EVOCATIVE VICTORIAN DETECTIVE MYSTERY FULL OF CLEVER TWISTSWorcester, April 1893.
Detective Inspector Ravenscroft receives a strange note from a lonely old woman fearing for her life. But when he visits her, she is already dead.
DID MISS MAUD FINCHER’S HEART GIVE OUT OR WAS SHE SCARED TO DEATH?
Maud Fincher was part of a group of locals trying to speak to their deceased loved ones through the medium of séance. Ravenscroft thinks this is harmless nonsense . . . until the old lady’s last surviving heir is murdered.
Is there something sinister going on at these séances?
In his last-ever case before retiring Ravenscroft must question everything he believes in order to catch this killer.
CAN HE UNMASK THE MURDERER AND RETIRE IN PEACE?
Perfect for fans of M.R.C. Kasasian, E.S. Thomson, Oscar de Muriel or Karen Charlton.
MEET THE DETECTIVE
Inspector Samuel Ravenscroft, unmarried and over forty, is a detective in the Whitechapel branch of the Metropolitan Police. Painfully asthmatic, he is overlooked by his superiors in favour of his pushier colleagues. But Ravenscroft wants to prove himself and strives to overcome his physical limitations. His tools are forthright questioning, close examination of the evidence and personal intuition. He often finds that the solutions to crimes are buried deep in the past.With his trusty Bradshaw, Ravenscroft and his colleague Sergeant Tom Crabb, travel around the Three Counties, overlooked by the Malvern Hills, bringing criminals to justice.
KERRY TOMBS was born near Birmingham, but grew up in various locations in north Worcestershire. After a career teaching in both England and Australia, he moved to Malvern in 1982, where he became a local genealogist, lecturer and bookseller.
INSPECTOR RAVENSCROFT DETECTIVE MYSTERIES SERIES
Book 1: THE MALVERN MURDERS
Book 2: THE WORCESTER WHISPERERS
Book 3: THE LEDBURY LAMPLIGHTERS
Book 4: THE TEWKESBURY TOMB
Book 5: THE DROITWICH DECEIVERS
Book 6: THE PERSHORE POISONERS
Book 7: THE UPTON UNDERTAKERS
Book 8: THE HEREFORDSHIRE HANGMEN
Book 9: THE BROMSGROVE BOOKSELLER
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How the Victorians Took Us to the Moon: The Story of the Nineteenth-Century Innovators Who Forged the Future
‘[An] insightful analysis of 19th-century futurism … Morus’s account is as much a cautionary tale as a flag-waving celebration.’ – DUNCAN BELL, NEW STATESMAN
‘[How the Victorians Took Us to the Moon] rattles thrillingly through such developments as the Transatlantic telegraph cable, the steam locomotive and electric power and recalls the excitable predictions of the fiction of the time.’ KATY GUEST, THE GUARDIAN
‘Excellent … A terrific insight into why the Victorian era was a golden age of engineering.’ – NICK SMITH, ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY MAGAZINE
By the end of the Victorian era, the world had changed irrevocably. The speed of the technological development brought about between 1800 and 1900 was completely unprecedented in human history. And as the Victorians looked to the skies and beyond as the next frontier to be explored and conquered, they were inventing, shaping and moulding the very idea of the future.
To get us to this future, the Victorians created a new way of ordering and transforming nature, built on grand designs and the mass-mobilisation of the resources of Empire – and they revolutionised science in the process.
In this rich and absorbing book, distinguished historian of science Iwan Rhys Morus tells the story of how this future was made. From Charles Babbage’s dream of mechanising mathematics to Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s tunnel beneath the Thames, from George Cayley’s fantasies of powered flight to Nikola Tesla’s visions of an electrical world, this is a story of towering personalities, clashing ambitions, furious rivalries and conflicting cultures – a vibrant tapestry of remarkable lives that transformed the world and ultimately took us to the Moon.
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MID-VICTORIAN BRITAIN 1851-75
One of the most approachable and useful books on the period.Read more
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Three Ghosts of Christmas: Victorian Ghost Stories
Three eerie tales to disturb your thoughts. Supernormal shadows, spectral infants, and dark foreboding houses haunt this collection of Christmas ghost stories.
When the Lord of Seaforth Manor treats his relations to a framed collection of silhouettes, little did he know he would unleash terror upon his family from an unquiet soul.
Edith Everly takes up a position as a resident nurse for the elderly Mr Chambers who seems to be gripped by fear for no apparent reason. Why won’t he leave the house in which he has remained self-imprisoned for most of his life and what danger lurks upon the moors?
Charles Buryman returns to his native soil from America after learning that he is the sole beneficiary of his aunt’s estate. Once in England he discovers a mysterious gravestone emblazoned with his name. Even more disturbingly, he can hear his own voice pleading from below the earth.
Three more ghostly tales from David Ralph Williams whose previous works include Olde Tudor, Sacred Ghostly Tales, and The Christmas Room.
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Drink Maps in Victorian Britain
What is a ‘drink map’? It may sound like a pub guide, yet it actually refers to a type of late nineteenth-century British map designed specifically to shock and shame people into drinking less. This book explores how drink maps of particular cities were published in an attempt to fight increasingly rampant alcohol consumption, from Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield to Oxford, London and Norwich. Featuring red symbols to indicate where alcohol was sold, these special street maps were posted prominently in public places, submitted as evidence, sent to Members of Parliament and published in newspapers to show just how inebriated a neighbourhood could be. They promoted the message that having fewer places to buy alcohol was the answer to reducing widespread crime, poverty and sickness. And they worked – at first. After consulting a drink map in one town, judges decided to close half the licensed shops because even then no one had to walk more than two minutes to buy a beer. Illustrated with original maps, advertisements and temperance propaganda, the story of their brief history is told amidst a tangle of licensing laws, rogue magistrates, irate brewers, ardent temperance organizers and accounts of the complex role alcohol played across all levels of Victorian society.Read more
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The Girl at Change Alley: A captivating Victorian saga of lies and redemption (The Sheffield Sagas Book 2)
A fallen woman. An opportunity for redemption. But at what cost?
Sheffield, 1867. It’s the height of a long-running and violent campaign known as the Outrages, where murderous acts are carried out on behalf of a rogue union leader.
Louisa Leigh, a former maid-of-all-work, is trapped into prostitution and desperate for money to escape. She befriends Ginny Hinchcliffe, a young widow who will do whatever it takes to break free from a life of servitude to her in-laws. The two women become entangled with Joe Crookes, henchman to the man responsible for the Outrages. Joe is looking for a way out even if that means betraying those closest to him.
With a single act, Louisa’s freedom would be paid for. But it’s not just her life on the line, and she’ll need to decide if she can live with the choices she’s about to make…
A sensationally compelling and gritty saga, for fans of Emma Hornby, Libby Ashworth and Kitty Neale.
Praise for Joanne Clague
‘A powerful and absorbing story. Her passion for the era shines through.’ Emma Hornby
‘A fabulous new saga author!’ AnneMarie Brear
‘Combines real people and fictional characters in a story both tragic and inspiring.’ Libby Ashworth
‘Terrific characters and an exciting storyline kept me turning the pages, eager to find out what happened next.’ Lesley Eames
‘The Ragged Valley delivers a captivating insight into a part of Sheffield history long forgotten. An authentic story with motivating characters.’ Sylvia Broady
‘Written with passion and attention to detail, Clague leaves no stone unturned… a must read for saga fans.’ Andie Newton, USA Today bestselling author of The Girls from the Beach
‘A compelling story… The Girl at Change Alley is a must-read for all historical fiction readers.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘A fabulous book that draws you into the story from the very first chapter. The characters Louisa and Ginny were wonderful… you really wanted it to end well for them.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘This is a total five stars for me… historical fiction at its best.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘I adored this book. These characters are so real that when the unthinkable happens… it’s truly gut-wrenching.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
‘It had me hooked from the first page. The writing is gorgeous and the characters instantly come alive. It’s a wonderful romance with a lot of heart. A beautifully written book that I highly recommend for lovers of saga, romance or historical novels.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review
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Life Below Stairs: in the Victorian and Edwardian Country House (National Trust History & Heritage)
From the cook, butler and housekeeper to the footman, lady’s maid and nanny, this is a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of some of Britain’s grandest houses.
The largely untold stories of innumerable, rather humble, lives spent ‘in service’ are lying just below the surface of many great houses; the physical evidence can be seen in surviving servants’ quarters, the material of their everyday life, even their uniforms and possessions.
This account provides a fascinating glimpse at who’s who behind the scenes, from the cook, butler and housekeeper to the footmen, lady’s maids, governesses and tutors, nannies and nursemaids. Giving a fascinating insight into the heirarchy within the servant’s quarters – from the power-wielding cook to the ever-discreet butler – this guide describes how relationships were forged and changed as the gap between upstairs and downstairs was bridged.
Describing their typical working day as well as the holidays, entertainments and pastimes enjoyed on a rare day off, not to mention the whirl of the social season, this previously ‘unwritten history’ recalls vividly the nature of their lives below stairs.
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Victorian Ladies Coloring Book: Victorian Fashion featuring Detailed Dresses and Ballgowns, for Adult Relaxation and Stress Relief
Embark on a journey through time with our beautiful coloring book that celebrates the grace and glamor of Victorian fashion.
Within the book’s pages, you’ll find exquisitely detailed illustrations of the elegant dresses, sophisticated accessories, and timeless style of Victorian ladies.
Every page is a canvas waiting for your artistic touch, offering a delightful escape into an era of luxury and sophistication.🎨 Colorful Creativity: Add your personal flair to the intricate patterns and styles, creating your own fashion masterpieces.
👒 Inspired Relaxation: Immerse yourself in the artistry of a bygone era, finding relaxation and inspiration on every page.
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Victorian Engineering (L.T.C. Rolt Collection)
L T C Rolt was an engineer and pioneer of industrial history; in this book he combined these two passions to give us a fascinating account of the men who ‘made’ Britain. From Brunel to Telford, he takes us on a journey from the first railway tracks being laid down to bridges spanning hitherto unimagined lengths, through to the ‘invention’ and mastery of the gas and electricity, which we take for granted today. The Victorians were at the forefront of modern technology in their time, but often came to see it as a blight on their landscape and struggled to adapt to the fast pace of this new industrial era. In this book, Rolt not only examines the creations that made Britain’s empire great, but also how the age of optimism turned to one of disillusionment with many of our inventors finding fame and fortune abroad. This unrivalled insight into our industrial heritage is compulsory reading for anyone wanting to appreciate the foundations on which our modern lives were built.Read more
£12.80£16.10Victorian Engineering (L.T.C. Rolt Collection)
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