The Rose Beyond
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.75 (706 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0692214690 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 444 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-18 |
| Language | : | English |
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About the Author Freelance writer and native Washingtonian, Sharon Allen Gilder resides in Maryland and South Carolina with her husband. . In her debut novel, The Rose Beyond, she brings her passion for the Victorian era alive. Set in 1897, the historical romance is a fragrant reminder of the tenacity of the human spirit and the power of love
The compassion and wisdom of a dowager confidante and her handsome nephew, William Clay, bring stability to the vicarious parameters established by death as one woman’s passing brings new hope, love, and transformation to the residents near and within Emma Willard’s estate, Chestnut Heights. One woman, Alexandra Whitaker, is hell-bent on sabotaging their foundation as the tumultuous mix of passion, obsession, love, and loss forge her resolve. Discoveries from across the ocean led by shopkeeper and detective, Morgan Pennybacker accompanied by her assistant, Agnes Fielding, and parakeet, Peepers, portend to unhinge everything the family patriarch has worked so diligently to protect. Inevitability comes calling to the Washington, D. From Wales, to England, to the U.S. Life’s ambiguities and long-held secrets converge to embrace the power of the individual and test the resilience of relationships. capital, The Rose Beyond is a fragrant reminder of the tenacity of the human spirit and the power of love.. C. The year is 1897. A long-buried indiscretion melded with misplaced devotions threatens the s
"Couldn't get enough time with my busy life to read as much as I wanted to in one sitting!" according to Lori Studner. I absolutely loved this book! I was pulled in from the first few pages, which is hard for any author to accomplish. Sharon has such a descriptive vocabulary and I felt that I understood all the settings and the feel of every scene and person that was described. Being a very visual person, that is what pulls me into a book. My saddest moment was when I finished the last chapter and realized that there are no other books to go on to read of Sharon Gilder because I would be sure to get them immediately! Start writing girl!. "My new favorite novel! Irresistibly engaging "twists and turns" and surprise ending!" according to KT. The Rose Beyond, an historical romance novel by Maryland writer Sharon Allen Gilder, is written with lavishly rich prose that captivates and engages the reader's attention and gamut of human emotions from start to finish. It's one of those reads that you want to go on forever. The setting is primarily in Washington, DC in the late 1800's with a few side journeys to London and Wales. All the personalities and characteristics of the human condition are present in the novel's characters as they are revealed in lusciously extravagant details on every page. I felt palpably. "Victorian fiction fans will love this book." according to Carol. I don't usually review a book prior to finishing, but as Rose is this author's debut fictional effort, I thought I'd share my impressions with other fans of this historical period. First, the book is meticulously researched. Ms Gilder's descriptions are precise and accurate. She captures the cultural nuances skillfully, using these to create an interesting plot. A strong leading lady, Airelle, navigates through attractions and family secrets with a mix of determination and grace. Even the characters' names are fun! I will update later, but so far I'm thoroughly enjoyi
Freelance writer and native Washingtonian, Sharon Allen Gilder resides in Maryland and South Carolina with her husband. In her debut novel, The Rose Beyond, she brings her passion for the Victorian era alive. . Set in 1897, the historical romance is a fragrant reminder of the tenacity of the human spirit and the power of love