At first, Ashton comes across as arrogant and cold hearted; however, as we begin to learn more about him, the reader can see that he has a caring, loving soul, which has been trapped in heartache, bitterness and loneliness. He is indifferent towards his charge, Adelina, but begins to soften as he sees his own neglect and tries to be a better man (mostly through knowing Beatrice). Beatrice is fierce, determined, a broken soul trying to find a better life for herself. After all of her hardships, she is still selfless, loving, and kind. She is smart and will do anything to protect those she comes to care for, even at the expense of her own life. Fantastically written, with rich descriptions that pull the reader into the past; as though we have become a character in the novel, watching the story unfold, in the ballrooms of the ton, at the Opera, or event at the country estate of Lord Burns. The prose are often imbued with poetry, filling the readers heart with the romance of that era. An example, and my favourite line: "Ashton's laughter, muffled though it was, rang all around them, following the night to the star-studded heavens." I could not put this book down, which meant passing out with my ereader falling on my face, but it was worth the sudden jolt. The pace was quick, even when I wanted the romance to bloom faster, and at the end I was sad there was not more to read. However, the conclusion perfectly suited the story. So, if you are a fan of classic love stories, a Bronte fan, a fan of Gothic romance, or just a romance fan in general, I suggest picking up this beautiful book. You will be engrossed until the very end, be intrigued by the fashion, the history, the magic of another time. You will feel the passion between Beatrice and Dominic, and feel a surge of hate and disgust towards one character. You will also come to love the wonderful secondary characters, who work to lighten the mood, fill the book with laughter, and create drama of their own. Fantastically done, M. C. Frank! *I was given this book in exchange for an honest review.*
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