This series delves into the life of a young woman navigating the harsh realities of Victorian London. It follows her journey from poverty and addiction to an unlikely artistic discovery. The narratives explore themes of beauty, obsession, and class disparity, all set against a richly depicted historical backdrop. It offers a compelling look at an individual's struggle to find their place and survive within a challenging society.
Set in 19th-century England, this tale introduces a character poised to join the ranks of Dickens's iconic figures, Pip and Oliver Twist. The author skillfully weaves a narrative rich in historical context and character development, offering readers a memorable journey through the complexities of the era.
Sweet but dull - that's how life has always been for Hazel Louise Mull-Dare. With money pouring in from the family's Caribbean sugar plantation, a father who spoils her rotten, and no pressure to excel in anything whatsoever, her future is looking as prim and proper as one of her hats. But on the day of the Epsom Derby - June 4th, 1913 - everything changes. A woman in a dark coat steps out in front of the King's horse, dying days later from her injuries. Who was she and why did she do it? Hazel is determined to find out. But finding out leads her into worse trouble than she could ever have imagined. It leads to banishment. To secrets that have festered, and a shame that lingers on. To madness and misunderstanding in the place where sugar cane grows. Sweet but dull - that's how life used to be for Hazel Louise Mull-Dare. Not any more.