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Lucy Taylor Bücher
Diese Autorin webt meisterhaft Elemente der Südstaaten-Gothic in ihre Werke ein und erforscht dabei die dunkleren Aspekte der menschlichen Psyche und Gesellschaft. Ihre stilistische Brillanz und ihre Fähigkeit, eine beunruhigende Atmosphäre zu schaffen, machen ihre Prosa unvergesslich. Sie befasst sich mit tiefen menschlichen Wünschen und den verborgenen Schrecken, die unter der Oberfläche scheinbar ruhiger Leben lauern. Ihre Geschichten schwingen oft mit melancholischer Schönheit und beunruhigender Wahrheit mit.
They were an Italian-American family struggling to adapt to a new world. Proud, beautiful Chiara, wed to a man she did not know, came to America filled with hope and fear. Mike, her husband, refused to bow to any man in his fight to succeed. Avenue of Dreams is a passion-filled saga of an immigrant family affirming their pride in a bloodline of love, honor, and ambition.
The Silence Between The Screams
- 160 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
This collection features original short fiction that intertwines horror, eroticism, and elements of science fiction and fantasy, showcasing the author's Bram Stoker Award-winning talent. The unique cover art by Sardhina enhances the collection's appeal, reflecting its diverse themes and imaginative storytelling.
Acclaimed author Lucy Taylor presents an electrifying sequel to her tremendously successful Avenue of Dreams, which told of an immigrant family's daring and destiny in Detroit's fledgling auto industry. This beautifully crafted novel continues the family's story, as it centers on the lives and dreams of the three Marcassa sisters during the turbulent '60s and '70s.
Fatal Journeys
- 192 Seiten
- 7 Lesestunden
Lucy Taylor's new collection, FATAL JOURNEYS, visits not only foreign lands but Journeys into the mind, the soul, and the evil that lurks within. The award-winning author of THE SAFETY OF UNKNOWN CITIES has collected together a new volume of horror and eroticism short fiction, her first in over a decade. FATAL JOURNEYS features nine stories to titillate and horrify.
The Safety of Unknown Cities
- 284 Seiten
- 10 Lesestunden
The novel explores complex relationships against a backdrop of both horrific and supernatural events. It delves into themes of heartbreak and the loss of childhood, presenting a raw and graphic narrative that captures the emotional intensity of its characters' experiences. This powerful debut stands out for its blend of realism and the supernatural, offering a profound reflection on the impact of trauma and the intricacies of human connections.
Focusing on the life of a dedicated Christian soldier, this book presents an unchanged reprint of the original 1896 edition. It explores themes of faith, duty, and courage, highlighting the character and experiences of Hedley Vicars, whose commitment to his beliefs and service is both inspiring and poignant. This historical account offers readers insight into the life of a soldier deeply influenced by his Christian values.
Challenging romanticized views of the Welsh Patagonian settlement, this book utilizes archival sources in multiple languages to reveal the intricate human dynamics within the colony. It disrupts the narrative of Welsh-Indigenous friendship by emphasizing Indigenous experiences and presenting overlooked accounts. A novel framework explores the themes of possession, racialization, and assimilation, examining Wales's dual role as both colonized and colonizer. Additionally, it analyzes contemporary cultural representations, highlighting their influence on persistent racial stereotypes and emphasizing the importance of decolonial discourse in settler origin countries like Wales.