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A tale of quiet village secrets and a dangerous threat that crosses borders This gripping excerpt from The Gossip's Week introduces a lonely hillside town near Turin where a widow and her clever daughter live in a simple, unseen world. Two mysterious strangers arrive, stirring curiosity, fear, and delicate loyalties. As the evening unfolds, the host’s careful hospitality clashes with a looming danger, and a fragile bond between a young woman and her guests begins to reveal the price of secrecy.
In the heart of the story, the quiet life of Monaca Capaccio and her daughter Dianora is tested by strangers who may hold more than merely hospitality. Against a backdrop of rustic Italian scenery, the scene blends warmth, intrigue, and a hint of romance with tension that suggests a larger, unfolding conflict. The narrative alternates between intimate village detail and a broader sense of fate, leaving readers curious about what happens next to the Beloved and the people who touch their lives.
What you’ll experience
- A richly drawn European setting with vivid details of a small, secluded village and its inn.
- A sense of foreboding as strangers arrive and old loyalties are tested.
- Characters sketched with warmth and nuance, from the widowed Monaca to her daughter’s bright courage.
- A premise that hints at larger consequences for love, honor, and family.
Ideal for readers who enjoy early mystery and historical fiction, with a focus on character and atmosphere over fast-paced action. The opening chapters invite you to linger in a world where every glance and whispered word could change a life.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book uncovers the secondary cast of characters in the well-known fairy tale collections of the Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault. The author unearths long-forgotten characters such as the generals, housekeepers, fairies, and humble villagers that populated these classic stories, giving voice to their motivations and adding historical and cultural context. The book reveals the hidden lives of these characters, exploring their relationships, dreams, and fears, adding depth and complexity to the familiar tales. Positioned within the literary landscape, this book presents fresh perspectives on classic characters, revealing hidden connections between the works of the Brothers Grimm and Charles Perrault. Through its exploration of themes like power dynamics, social class, and the role of women, this book casts the iconic fairy tales of the past in a nuanced light, reintroducing them to a modern readership. This book offers a profound examination of the often-overlooked characters from classic fairy tales, shedding new light on their role within these timeless stories. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332815968_0
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The Gossip's Week, Vol 1 of 2 Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332815968
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332815968
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