Theatre of Marvels
Autor Lianne Dillsworthen Limba Engleză Paperback – mar 2023
'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
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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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'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
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| Random House – mar 2023 | 54.57 lei 24-35 zile | +22.29 lei 7-11 zile |
| HarperCollins Publishers – 10 apr 2023 | 98.35 lei 3-5 săpt. | +38.15 lei 7-11 zile |
| Hardback (1) | 97.67 lei 3-5 săpt. | +22.31 lei 7-11 zile |
| CORNERSTONE – 27 apr 2022 | 97.67 lei 3-5 săpt. | +22.31 lei 7-11 zile |
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781529158595
ISBN-10: 1529158591
Pagini: 432
Dimensiuni: 125 x 194 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.3 kg
Editura: Random House
Colecția Penguin
ISBN-10: 1529158591
Pagini: 432
Dimensiuni: 125 x 194 x 28 mm
Greutate: 0.3 kg
Editura: Random House
Colecția Penguin
Notă biografică
Lianne Dillsworth has MAs in Creative Writing and Victorian Studies and won a place on the London Library Emerging Writers Programme.
She was first runner up in the 2020 SI Leeds Literary Prize for Black and Asian Women Writers in the UK.
Lianne lives in London where she works on growing inclusion within the Civil Service.
Lianne's debut novel, Theatre of Marvels, was published to high acclaim. House of Sades is her dazzling second novel.
She was first runner up in the 2020 SI Leeds Literary Prize for Black and Asian Women Writers in the UK.
Lianne lives in London where she works on growing inclusion within the Civil Service.
Lianne's debut novel, Theatre of Marvels, was published to high acclaim. House of Sades is her dazzling second 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