Venom (Secrets of the Eternal Rose) - Hardcover

Paul, Fiona

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 039925725X ISBN 13: 9780399257254

Publisher: Philomel Books, 2012

Synopsis

Love, lust, murder, mayhem and high society converge in one thrilling debut

Cassandra Caravello has everything a girl could desire: elegant gowns, sparkling jewels, invitations to the best parties, and a handsome, wealthy fiancé—yet she longs for something more. Ever since her parents’ death, Cassandra has felt trapped, alone in a city of water, where the dark and labyrinthine canals whisper of escape.
When Cass stumbles upon the body of a murdered woman—with a bloody X carved across her heart—she’s drawn into a dangerous world of secret societies, courtesans, and killers. Soon, she finds herself falling for Falco, a poor artist with a mischievous grin . . . and a habit of getting into trouble. Will Cassandra find the murderer before he finds her? And will she stay true to her fiancé or succumb to her uncontrollable feelings for Falco?
Beauty, romance, and mystery weave together in a novel that’s as seductive and stunning as the city of Venice itself.

About this title

Product Description:

Venom In Renaissance Venice, orphaned Cassandra Caravello is one of the elite but feels trapped in the city of water until she stumbles upon a murdered woman and is drawn into a dangerous world of courtesans, grave robbers, and secret societies, guided by Falco, a mysterious and alluring artist. Full description

Review:

'Wonderfully sinister and thrillingly romantic, Venom has it all - secret trysts in graveyards, Venetian canals, murdered courtesans, and masquerades! Fiona Paul created a lush, compelling mystery I couldn't put down.' - Jessica Spotswood, author of Born Wicked. 'Deftly balancing beauty and death, Venom renders the canals of Renaissance Venice frightening and irresistible in a sensual tale where no one can be trusted and passions kill.' - Andrea Cremer, author of the Nightshade trilogy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Philomel Books
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 039925725X
• ISBN 13: 9780399257254
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 435