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She is as intriguing as the viscount boldly predicted on that memorable day-while he is a lonely, bitter man, crushed by a devastating loss. And even at ten, Miranda knew she would love him forever.īut the years that followed were as cruel to Turner as they were kind to Miranda. And even at ten, Miranda learned to accept the expectations society held for her-until the afternoon when Nigel Bevelstoke, the handsome and dashing Viscount Turner, solemnly kissed her hand and promised her that one day she would grow into herself, that one day she would be as beautiful as she already was smart. Today, I fell in love.Īt the age of ten, Miranda Cheever showed no signs of Great Beauty. But it never rewards the quiet.”Ģ March 1810. “Society is capricious and rewards the bad as often as the good. 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Edgar-finalist Cleave ( Trust No One) makes an implausible, but very creepy, premise work in this powerful, thought-provoking novel set in Christchurch, New Zealand, which could pass for any of the corrupt cities more familiar to fans of American noir. Items in order will be sent as soon as they arrive in the warehouse. This edition includes the drawings that originally illustrated the letters. The letters are linked by explanatory biographical passages, revealing Van Gogh's inner journey as well as the outer facts of his life. Above all, they stand as an intense personal narrative of artistic development and a unique account of the process of creation. 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