Cursed

By: Anaïs Cros

Sign Up Now! Already a Member? Log In
You must be logged into Bookshare to access this title. Learn about membership options, or view our freely available titles.

Synopsis: How to break free from a centuries-old curse? In an alternative Paris, 1927. After discovering the existence of werewolves and their dark ties to the monarchy, the lively Rebecca Delauney joins the prestigious King's Guard, charged with handling the kingdom's strange affairs. Encouraged by her companion, she is delighted with the prospects that are opening up for her, but her first major investigation will not prove to be an easy one! For the depths of St. Francis Church conceal a dangerous prisoner. This werewolf, named the Cursed One by his own people, has been under the control of a mysterious pendant for centuries, which the young parish priest inherits against his will. Father Andrew will not have much help from Rebecca in understanding who the Cursed One is and how he should behave towards him. And all the while, other forces are working in the darkness to seize the power that the renegade represents. Who is this strange werewolf? Has he been punished for his crimes or is he the victim of a terrible curse? Rebecca and Andrew will have to make their decision before a far more terrible monster is released... A breathtaking alternate history tale, where werewolves take centre stage and where adventure, friendship, and redemption are intertwined!