The Belladonna Invitation
The Belladonna Invitation by Rose Biggin, published by Ghost Orchid Press on July 18, 2023, is a 274-page novel written in English. Set in 1890s Paris, the story revolves around the enigmatic Belladonna, a soprano and socialite who reigns over the city’s elite society. The narrative follows a printer’s apprentice who aspires to join this glamorous world, ultimately becoming Belladonna’s indispensable assistant. However, her ambitions lead her into a perilous affair that spirals into deadly consequences.
Readers will find a luxurious gothic drama that explores themes of performance and illusion within the context of historical fiction. The book delves into the complexities of desire and ambition, questioning the lengths one might go to achieve their goals and the transformations that accompany such pursuits. The Belladonna Invitation presents a richly woven tale that captures the intrigue of Parisian society while highlighting the darker aspects of human nature.
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Soprano, socialite, queen of the demimonde-the enigmatic Belladonna is the undisputed ruler of 1890s Parisian society. At her highly exclusive salons it’s an open secret that she plays poisonous games with select clientele. A printer’s apprentice, longing to enter this glamorous world, works her way through the Opera House ranks to become Belladonna’s indispensable assistant. But when a troubling affair with the wrong lover goes too far, the consequences turn deadly.
A luxurious gothic drama where everything is performance and illusion, The Belladonna Invitation asks: how far will we go to get what we want, and how much are we willing to let it change us?
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