Theatre of Marvels
Autor Lianne Dillsworthen Limba Engleză Hardback – 27 apr 2022
'Theatre of Marvels is a fascinating, empowering story of a young woman's search for identity and justice in Victorian London, a world which Lianne Dillsworth evokes so richly' JENNIFER SAINT, author of Ariadne
'Exploitation and empowerment, race and class are all explored in this gripping historical novel. Dillsworth is a class act.' Woman & Home
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Behind the spectacle there are always secrets.
Unruly crowds descend on Crillick's Variety Theatre. A black, British actress, Zillah, is headlining tonight. An orphan from the slums of St Giles, her rise to stardom is her ticket out - to be gawped and gazed at is a price she's willing to pay.
Rising up the echelons of society is everything Zillah has ever dreamed of. But when a new stage act disappears, Zillah is haunted by a feeling that something is amiss. Is the woman in danger?
Her pursuit of the truth takes her into the underbelly of the city - from gas-lit streets to the sumptuous parlours of Mayfair - as she seeks the help of notorious criminals from her past and finds herself torn between two powerful admirers.
Caught in a labyrinth of dangerous truths, will Zillah face ruin - or will she be the maker of her fate?
A deliciously immersive tale, Theatre of Marvels whisks you on an unforgettable journey across Victorian London in this bold exploration of race, class and gothic spectacle.
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'I absolutely adored reading Theatre Of Marvels... The story was fun and pacey and the writing rich and accessible. In short, I can't wait to see what Dillsworth writes next.' Bad Form
'A dazzling tale of self-discovery with a cast of vivid characters, I loved it' LAURA PURCELL, author of The Silent Companions
'A tale steeped in Victorian London, I fell in love with Zillah and her theatre world. I was gripped from the opening pages - highly recommended for anyone who loves mystery, drama and Victorian London' LOUISE HARE, author of This Lovely City
'A startling, original and utterly compelling novel which subtly navigates the core issues of race, gender and class' MARY CHAMBERLAIN, author of The Dressmaker of Dachau
'Thrilling, eye-opening and absorbing' LIZZIE POOK, author of Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter
'Fresh, original and full of atmosphere - a compelling story with a heroine I'll remember for a long time' FRANCES QUINN, author of The Smallest Man
'A story that shines a spotlight into the shadows of the 19th century, while also exploring very relevant themes of identity. So fantastic to read a novel that centres POC in the Victorian era. Loved it!' SAARA EL-ARIFI, author of The Final Strife
'Loved Lianne Dillsworth's Theatre of Marvels. A gripping story about identity and belonging with a strong sense of place. Can't wait for everybody to meet Zillah who is such strong and nuanced heroine' LAURE VAN RENSBURG, author of Nobody But Us
'Zillah is a brilliant character who leads us through a Victorian London little spoken of, making for an illuminating, page-turning tale of self-actualisation. Loved it' KATE SAWYER, author of The Stranding
'Theatre of Marvels is a compelling, big-hearted story that whips the reader along, and I loved seeing Victorian London through the eyes of its strong female protagonist' ROSIE ANDREWS, author of The Leviathan
'Theatre of Marvels depicts Victorian London in rich, vivid detail that springs into life. Zillah, the beating heart of the novel, is both brave and compassionate. I was rooting for her from the first page to the last' ELIZABETH LEE, author of Cunning Women
| Toate formatele și edițiile | Preț | Express |
|---|---|---|
| Paperback (2) | 54.88 lei 21-33 zile | +21.98 lei 7-13 zile |
| Random House – mar 2023 | 54.88 lei 21-33 zile | +21.98 lei 7-13 zile |
| HarperCollins Publishers – 10 apr 2023 | 100.39 lei 3-5 săpt. | +36.12 lei 7-13 zile |
| Hardback (1) | 97.67 lei 3-5 săpt. | +22.31 lei 7-13 zile |
| CORNERSTONE – 27 apr 2022 | 97.67 lei 3-5 săpt. | +22.31 lei 7-13 zile |
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781529151459
ISBN-10: 1529151457
Pagini: 432
Dimensiuni: 144 x 219 x 40 mm
Greutate: 0.54 kg
Editura: CORNERSTONE
ISBN-10: 1529151457
Pagini: 432
Dimensiuni: 144 x 219 x 40 mm
Greutate: 0.54 kg
Editura: CORNERSTONE
Notă biografică
In 2018 Lianne Dillsworth graduated from Royal Holloway's MA in Creative Writing with distinction and last year, she won a place on the London Library Emerging Writers Programme. Most recently she was awarded a bursary place for underrepresented writers on the Jericho Writers Self-Editing course. She also holds an MA in Victorian Studies and her love for the period shines through her writing.
Lianne currently lives in London, where she works for the government on growing diversity within the Civil Service. Theatre of Marvels is her debut novel.
Lianne currently lives in London, where she works for the government on growing diversity within the Civil Service. Theatre of Marvels is her debut novel.
Recenzii
A Christian Science Monitor's "10 Best Books of April" —
"Enticing...Readers will cheer on this gutsy heroine [and] vibrant cast...An accomplished first novel from a bright new talent." — Star Tribune
“Richly evocative and glittering with atmosphere” — STACEY HALLS, bestselling author of The Familiars
“Theatre of Marvels is a fascinating, empowering story of a young woman's search for identity and justice in Victorian London, a world which Lianne Dillsworth evokes so richly.” — JENNIFER SAINT, author of Ariadne
“A dazzling tale of self-discovery with a cast of vivid characters. I loved it.” — LAURA PURCELL, author of The Silent Companions
“A startling, original and utterly compelling novel which subtly navigates the core issues of race, gender and class.” — MARY CHAMBERLAIN, author of The Dressmaker of Dachau
“Thrilling, eye-opening and absorbing.' — LIZZIE POOK, author of Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter
“I fell in love with Zillah and her theatre world. I was gripped from the opening pages - highly recommended.” — LOUISE HARE, author of This Lovely City
“Fresh, original and full of atmosphere - a compelling story with a heroine I'll remember for a long time.” — FRANCES QUINN, author of The Smallest Man
“A story that shines a spotlight into the shadows of the 19th century, while also exploring very relevant themes of identity. So fantastic to read a novel that centers POC in the Victorian era. Loved it!” — SAARA EL-ARIFI, author of The Final Strife
“Gripping…Can't wait for everybody to meet Zillah.” — LAURE VAN RENSBURG, author of Nobody But Us
“An illuminating, page-turning tale of self-actualization. Loved it.” — KATE SAWYER, author of The Stranding
“A compelling, big-hearted story that whips the reader along. I loved seeing Victorian London through the eyes of its strong female protagonist.” — ROSIE ANDREWS, author of The Leviathan
“Theatre of Marvels depicts Victorian London in rich, vivid detail that springs into life. Zillah, the beating heart of the novel, is both brave and compassionate. I was rooting for her from the first page to the last.” — ELIZABETH LEE, author of Cunning Women
"Enticing...Readers will cheer on this gutsy heroine [and] vibrant cast...An accomplished first novel from a bright new talent." — Star Tribune
“Richly evocative and glittering with atmosphere” — STACEY HALLS, bestselling author of The Familiars
“Theatre of Marvels is a fascinating, empowering story of a young woman's search for identity and justice in Victorian London, a world which Lianne Dillsworth evokes so richly.” — JENNIFER SAINT, author of Ariadne
“A dazzling tale of self-discovery with a cast of vivid characters. I loved it.” — LAURA PURCELL, author of The Silent Companions
“A startling, original and utterly compelling novel which subtly navigates the core issues of race, gender and class.” — MARY CHAMBERLAIN, author of The Dressmaker of Dachau
“Thrilling, eye-opening and absorbing.' — LIZZIE POOK, author of Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter
“I fell in love with Zillah and her theatre world. I was gripped from the opening pages - highly recommended.” — LOUISE HARE, author of This Lovely City
“Fresh, original and full of atmosphere - a compelling story with a heroine I'll remember for a long time.” — FRANCES QUINN, author of The Smallest Man
“A story that shines a spotlight into the shadows of the 19th century, while also exploring very relevant themes of identity. So fantastic to read a novel that centers POC in the Victorian era. Loved it!” — SAARA EL-ARIFI, author of The Final Strife
“Gripping…Can't wait for everybody to meet Zillah.” — LAURE VAN RENSBURG, author of Nobody But Us
“An illuminating, page-turning tale of self-actualization. Loved it.” — KATE SAWYER, author of The Stranding
“A compelling, big-hearted story that whips the reader along. I loved seeing Victorian London through the eyes of its strong female protagonist.” — ROSIE ANDREWS, author of The Leviathan
“Theatre of Marvels depicts Victorian London in rich, vivid detail that springs into life. Zillah, the beating heart of the novel, is both brave and compassionate. I was rooting for her from the first page to the last.” — ELIZABETH LEE, author of Cunning Women