Price of a Rose: Historical Fantasy Fairytale Retellings, #2

By Byrd Nash

The Beast is about to be tamed by three determined ladies.

 

When their father loses a card game to the local recluse, his three daughters step in to determine their own fate. The oldest, Lily, rolls up her sleeves to take the strange household in hand even if the house keeps moving the rooms. The youngest, Poppy, devours his books on magic while playing secretary.

 

But it's Rose, the middle daughter, who works magic in his forgotten garden. She could be the key to unraveling his curse, if he can recognize what's real behind fairy magic.

 

A Victorian England, 1890, Beauty and Beast fairytale retelling like you've never read before.

 

A novella featuring a delightful, clean and sweet romance. Perfect for fans of historical romances who also like a fairytale fantasy with humor.

 

This short story ebook is a friendly read for teens and adult readers who love the grand period of the Late Victorian time period.
 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Rook and Castle Press
• Release date: Feb 2, 2021
• ISBN: 9781954811997

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