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When shy Miranda Wells receives an invitation to visit her wealthy cousin's grand estate in upstate New York, she jumps at the chance to escape her mundane farm life—and she's immediately captivated by both the Gothic splendor of Dragonwyck and its enigmatic master, Nicholas Van Ryn. Their chemistry is electric, pulling Miranda deeper into a world of satin gowns, glittering society, and intoxicating luxury that feels like a dream come true. But as she settles into her new life, she begins to uncover the dark secrets lurking beneath the mansion's beautiful façade, forcing her to question everything she thought she knew about Nicholas and herself. This sweeping historical romance brilliantly weaves together passion, mystery, and the tension of a nation caught between old-world aristocracy and the demands of a changing America.
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Gothic romance wrapped in 19th-century elegance—haunting strings, whispered vocals, and orchestral darkness. Think Lorde's atmospheric melancholy, Florence + The Machine's dramatic sweep, and Nick Cave's shadowy intrigue. Closed-door tension that builds like a thunderstorm. Candlelit and dangerous.
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