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Persuasion: Novela... (Wordsworth Classics)
by Jane AustenNo home library is complete without the classics! Persuasion is a keepsake to be read and treasured.Published in 1818, Persuasion was Jane Austen’s last completed novel. In this compelling love story, Anne Elliott is unhappy and unmarried at twenty-seven. At the urging of her family, she broke her engagement to the man she loved eight years before because he was poor and didn’t have good family connections. When they meet again, he is wealthy, a captain in the navy, and looking for a wife, but he has not forgiven Anne for her rejection and resolves not to fall in love with her again. With a heat-burnished cover, foil stamping, and designed endpapers, the Word Cloud Classics edition of Persuasion is the perfect addition to any bookshelf! About the Word Cloud Classics series:Classic works of literature with a clean, modern aesthetic! Perfect for both old and new literature fans, the Word Cloud Classics series from Canterbury Classics provides a chic and inexpensive introduction to timeless tales. With a higher production value, including heat burnished covers and foil stamping, these eye-catching, easy-to-hold editions are the perfect gift for students and fans of literature everywhere.
Persuasion: Novela... (Enriched Classics)
by Jane AustenThe Enriched Classics series offers readers such features as:* A concise introduction that gives the reader important background information* A chronology of the author's life and work* A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context* An outline of key themes and plot points to help guide the reader's own interpretations* Detailed explanatory notes* Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work* Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction* A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experience* Reader-friendly font size
Persuasion: Novela... (Modern Library Torchbearers)
by Jane AustenJane Austen&’s last completed novel, a brilliantly insightful story of regret, second chances, and the courage to follow our hearts Anne Elliot is twenty-seven and unmarried—by all accounts a spinster in her time—seemingly doomed to spend the rest of her life waiting on her image-obsessed father and extravagant older sister; attempting to maintain their once lavish, now dwindling family estate; and occasionally babysitting the children of her married younger sister. It wasn&’t always this way, though. When Anne was nineteen, she was in love with and engaged to Frederick Wentworth, a man with no money and few prospects. Anne&’s well-meaning family and friends convinced her that a young heiress like herself could do better, so she broke off the engagement. But when chance brings Wentworth and Anne together again eight years later, he is now an accomplished naval captain with an impressive fortune, and Anne must face her feelings for him that remain and consider how different her life could have been if only she hadn&’t been so easily persuaded by others.
Persuasion (Seasons Series)
by Jane AustenA fine exclusive edition of one of literature’s most beloved stories with full page call-outs with quotes from summer. “He had seen you indeed, before he came to Bath, and admired you, but without knowing it was you. So says my historian, at least. Is this true? Did he see you last summer or autumn, &‘somewhere down in the west,&’ to use her own words, without knowing it to be you?&”At twenty-seven, Anne Elliot is no longer considered young enough for worthy romantic prospects. Eight years earlier, she had been persuaded by her friend Lady Russell to break off her engagement to Frederick Wentworth, a handsome naval captain with neither fortune nor rank. What transpires when they encounter each other again is movingly told in Jane Austen's last completed novel. A brilliant satire of vanity and pretension, Persuasion is, above all, a love story tinged with the heartache of missed opportunities. Persuasion (Seasons Edition--Summer) is one of four titles available in June 2020. The summer season will include Jane Eyre, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and The Wonderland Collection.
Persuasion (Vintage Classics)
by Jane AustenOf all Jane Austen’s great and delightful novels, Persuasion is widely regarded as the most moving. It is the story of a second chance.Anne Elliot, daughter of the snobbish Sir Walter Elliot, is woman of quiet charm and deep feelings. When she was nineteen she fell in love with—and was engaged to—a naval officer, the fearless and headstrong Captain Wentworth. But the young man had no fortune, and Anne allowed herself to be persuaded to give him up. Now, eight years later, Wentworth has returned to the neighborhood, a rich man and still unwed. Anne’s never-diminished love is muffled by her pride, and he seems cold and unforgiving. What happens as the two are thrown together in the social world of Bath—and as an eager new suitor appears for Anne—is touchingly and wittily told in a masterpiece that is also one of the most entrancing novels in the English language.
Persuasion: And Persuasion; V. 2 (First Avenue Classics ™)
by Jane AustenAnne Elliot was once engaged to Captain Frederick Wentworth, but she broke off the engagement when a family friend persuaded her that it was an imprudent match. Several years later, Captain Wentworth returns from the Napoleonic Wars, but his seeming indifference towards Anne convinces her that it is too late to win him back. Meanwhile, the charming Mr. Elliot—Anne's cousin and her father's heir to Kellynch Hall—plots to marry her to ensure he remains the sole heir to the family estate. Will Captain Wentworth rediscover his feelings for Anne, or will she be forced to marry the scheming Mr. Elliot? English author Jane Austen wrote this novel of manners in 1816, one year before her death at the age of 41. This unabridged version of her last completed novel is taken from the 1818 copyright edition.
Persuasion: Novela...
by Jane AustenNow a Netflix film and a selection of the TikTok Book Club—Jane Austen&’s classic novel about a second chance at love in nineteenth-century England. Anne Elliot is a perfect catch. Born to a landed family, she&’s observant and intelligent. When Anne came of age, she accepted a proposal from the ambitious officer Frederick Wentworth. Unfortunately, Wentworth&’s modest means made him a poor choice for the Elliot family, and Anne was persuaded to call off the engagement. One refused marriage and nearly a decade later, Anne has not forgotten about Wentworth. Little does she know that her fortune is about to change. When the Elliots make ill-advised investments and lose their money, they are forced to rent out their ancestral home and move to Bath. There, Anne once again meets Wentworth, who is now a captain, in what could be her second and final chance at love and marriage. Buttressed by the author&’s humane characterization and sharp social commentary, Persuasion is a must-read for any Austen fan. This ebook has been professionally proofread to ensure accuracy and readability on all devices.
Persuasion
by Jane Austen Micah PersellPersuasion, Jane Austen's final published work, is a story of second chances. A very young Frederick Wentworth and Anne Elliot are broken-hearted when their hasty engagement is dissolved due to Frederick's lack of prestige and lack of money. Eight years later, they are still healing when they are thrust into the same social circle once more - however, in a brilliant turn, now Frederick is Captain Wentworth, a prosperous naval officer, and the Elliot family finds themselves on the brink of financial ruin.Austen, who suffered her own broken engagement, pens a beautiful tale of the redeeming power of love, and the passion between Frederick and Anne sizzles on the page, even by the standards of 1816. In this wild and wanton edition of Persuasion, read the entire classic and discover the steamy untold portions of Austen's story that have been lying dormant in the subtext. Who knows, Austen may have included these bits herself 200 years ago - if only she dared.Sensuality Level: Sensual
Persuasion: Heirs of Watson Island (Heirs Of Watson Island Ser.)
by Martina BooneBeautiful Creatures meets Gone with the Wind in the spellbinding second novel in the Heirs of Watson Island trilogy that “skillfully blends rich magic and folklore with adventure, sweeping romance, and hidden treasure” (Publishers Weekly, on Compulsion).Grieving the death of her godfather and haunted by her cousin Cassie’s betrayal, Barrie returns from a trip to San Francisco to find the Watson plantation under siege. Ghost-hunters hope to glimpse the ancient spirit who sets the river on fire each night, and reporters chase rumors of a stolen shipment of Civil War gold that may be hidden at Colesworth Place. The chaos turns dangerous as Cassie hires a team of archeologists to excavate beneath the mansion ruins. Because more than treasure is buried there.A stranger filled with magic arrives at Watson’s Landing claiming that the key to the Watson and Beaufort gifts—and the Colesworth curse—also lies beneath the mansion. With a mix of threats and promises, the man convinces Barrie and Cassie to cast a spell at midnight. But what he conjures may have deadly consequences.While Barrie struggles to make sense of the escalating peril and her growing feelings for Eight Beaufort, it’s impossible to know whom to trust and what to fight for—Eight or herself. Millions of dollars and the fate of the founding families is at stake. Now Barrie must choose between what she feels deep in her heart and what will keep Watson’s Landing safe in this stunning addition to a series filled with “decadent settings, mysterious magic, and family histories rife with debauchery” (Kirkus Reviews, on Compulsion).
The Persuasion (Eve Duncan #27)
by Iris JohansenWhen Eve Duncan's daughter, Jane MacGuire, becomes a killer's target, Jane must team up with longtime love interest Seth Caleb in this suspenseful novel from the #1 bestselling author of Smokescreen.Forensic sculptor Eve Duncan and ex-Navy Seal Joe Quinn are about to give Seth Caleb their trust for the most important duty of his life: keeping their daughter, Jane, safe at any cost. Her talent as an artist has caught the attention of a brilliant psychopath with a violent past.Seth, Jane's strongest ally and fiercest protector, is determined to keep her out of danger, but that becomes nearly impossible when Jane is forced to take matters into her own hands and confronts the madman who wants her for himself...and wants Seth Caleb dead.As Jane and Seth chase down their blood-thirsty adversary, they also have to reckon with their own epic love story. Can they finally commit to a life together, no matter how uncertain? As the two come face to face with danger, one thing is made clear: it will take both of them to confront and defeat this evil.
Persuasion
by Brenda JoyceAmelia Greystone was deeply in love when the Earl of St. Just abruptly ended his courtship and left Cornwall ten years earlier. So she is stunned when Simon returns, recently widowed. Now she must forget the past they shared and his betrayal and console him as any neighbor would. Simon has changed-he is dark and haunted now-but he can still make her reel with a single look. When he offers her the position of housekeeper, Amelia knows she must refuse. But for the sake of his children, she throws all caution to the wind....A British spy, Simon Grenville is now playing both sides in a time of war, his goal to keep his sons safe. Yet when he is brought face-to-face with the woman he once loved, he realizes nothing about his feelings for Amelia has changed-if anything, they are even stronger. Still, Simon knows he must stay away from Amelia; his life is too dangerous now. But sometimes passion is too strong to be denied....
Persuasion
by Violetta RandIf you love the motorcycle romances of Joanna Wylde and Julie Ann Walker, don't miss Violetta Rand's irresistible novel about a sexy-as-sin biker who tempts a good girl to go bad. Lang Anderson may be the new leader of the Sons of Odin motorcycle club, but his personal life is in shreds. He's struggling to take care of his three young sisters in the wake of tragedy, while rumors of drug dealing within his ranks jeopardize everything he's built. The last thing he needs is another distraction--like a bar brawl over a woman--but Lang is a sucker for a damsel in distress. And this one gets him roaring like a finely tuned engine. High school guidance counselor Lily Gallo is no fender bunny. So why can't she get Lang off her mind? Lily's head says the rugged, rough-and-tumble biker who came to her aid is bad news. Her body begs to differ. But when Lang's troubled kid sister walks into her office, Lily's determined to help, even if it puts her in the crossfire of a gang war. On a crash course with danger and desire, Lily partners up with Lang to fight for his family--and for love.Praise for Persuasion "Red-hot chemistry, emotion that digs deep, and suspense that leaves you wanting more: Persuasion is a seriously sexy thrill ride!"--Stacey Kennedy, USA Today bestselling author of the Club Sin series"Persuasion is raw, gritty, and intense! Violetta Rand raises the bar for super-hot bad boy bikers. The Sons of Odin are dangerously sexy, real, and absolutely irresistible. Readers, brace for a thrilling ride!"--USA Today bestselling author Sue-Ellen Welfonder "The story is sexually charged and scorching hot. Violetta Rand's vivid worldbuilding and uber-alpha, but still believable, male heroes set her apart. If you are looking for a compelling, page-turning, and super sexy MC romance, Persuasion is a great place to start."--Victoria Vane, award-winning author of Sharp Shootin' Cowboy"With a slow burn, a hot outlaw MC hero falls in love with a smart good girl. What's not to love about Persuasion?"--Carla Swafford, author of Hidden Heat"For the first in her steamy new MC series, Violetta Rand has written a vibrant new spin on romance's beloved 1%ers. Lily and Lang's story about choices, family, and the lengths we'll go to for those we love is another winner that you don't want to miss."--Scarlett Cole, author of the Second Circle Tattoos series"Persuasion is a scorching read. You'll enjoy the ride."--Gina Conkle, author of the Midnight Meetings series"Forget what you think you know about MC romance! Violetta Rand's new series is smart and, as always, sexy!"--Jessica Jefferson, author of Going Rogue"Rand never fails to bring the heat to her exciting and fast-paced novels. This one is definitely no exception. It is the perfect start to what promises to be an unforgettable series."--Confessions of a Bibliophile Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Persuasion, Captain Wentworth and Cracklin' Cornbread (Jane Austen Takes the South #3)
by Mary Jane HathawayA lively Southern retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion, featuring Lucy Crawford, who is thrown back into the path of her first love while on a quest to save her beloved family home.Lucy Crawford is part of a wealthy, well-respected Southern family with a long local history. But since Lucy's mother passed away, the family home, a gorgeous antebellum mansion, has fallen into disrepair and the depth of her father's debts is only starting to be understood. Selling the family home may be the only option--until her Aunt Olympia floats the idea of using Crawford house to hold the local free medical clinic, which has just lost its space. As if turning the plantation home into a clinic isn't bad enough, Lucy is shocked and dismayed to see that the doctor who will be manning the clinic is none other than Jeremiah Chevy--her first love. Lucy and Jeremiah were high school sweethearts, but Jeremiah was from the wrong side of the tracks. His family was redneck and proud, and Lucy was persuaded to dump him. He eventually left town on a scholarship, and now, ten years later, he's returned as part of the rural physician program. And suddenly, their paths cross once again. While Lucy's family still sees Jeremiah as trash, she sees something else in him--as do several of the other eligible ladies in town. Will he be able to forgive the past? Can she be persuaded to give love a chance this time around?
Persuasion Enraptured
by Rebecca RoyceIt’s come down to this…Kendall sacrificed herself for everyone…but her journey isn’t over.Alive and alone in the Shadow Dimension, Kendall has surrendered hope. But those who love her have not. Rescue is not beyond possibility. Saving Kendall is only the first battle. Can she save the world or is it already too late?
Perto do Cume (Série Milionário da Montanha - Livro 1 #1)
by Lexy TimmsEscale a montanha para que você possa ver o mundo, não para que o mundo possa ver você. No fim, tudo que aprendi foi como ser forte. Sozinho. Lincoln é um ex-Seal da Marinha, que se encontra escondido nas montanhas do Oregon. Ele quer viver sua vida longe das pessoas. Ele está feliz sozinho, preferindo a paz e tranquilidade. No entanto, os demônios do seu passado ainda o assombram... Um dia, ele se depara com Pearl, uma jovem que está em uma aventura de caminhada sozinha, que se machuca gravemente e precisa da sua ajuda. Seu ferimento e uma tempestade de neve a obrigam a se abrigar com ele em sua cabana minúscula. As coisas esquentam entre eles, mas ele nunca revela quem realmente é e por que vive sozinho. Lincoln pode controlar seus desejos ou permitirá que os fantasmas do passado o alcancem? Série Milionário da Montanha Perto do Cume Crossing the Bluff Climbing the Mount
The Perturbed Self: Gender and History in Late Nineteenth-Century Ghost Stories in China and Britain (Routledge Studies in Chinese Comparative Literature and Culture)
by Mengxing FuBy comparison of late nineteenth-century ghost stories between China and Britain, this monograph traces the entangled dynamics between ghost story writing, history-making, and the moulding of a gendered self. Associated with times of anxiety, groups under marginalisation, and tensions with orthodox narratives, ghost stories from two distinguished literary traditions are explored through the writings and lives of four innovative writers of this period, namely Xuan Ding (宣鼎) and Wang Tao (王韬) in China and Vernon Lee and E. Nesbit in Britain. Through this cross-cultural investigation, the book illuminates how a gendered self is constructed in each culture and what cultural baggage and assets are brought into this construction. It also ventures to sketch a common poetics underlying a "literature of the anomaly" that can be both destabilising and constructive, subversive, and coercive. This book will be welcomed by the Gothic studies community, as well as scholars working in the fields of women’s writing, nineteenth-century British literature, and Chinese literature.
Perv (Fight Club #2)
by Becca JamesonJenna Mathews has nothing on her mind except making sure her best friend’s wedding is perfect in every way. As the maid of honor and the florist, she needs to keep on task. However, she is in no way prepared for the sexy best man who slides into place at the last second for the wedding rehearsal. He flusters her from the moment he arrives and manages to tip her world on its axis before the night is over. But Jenna isn’t ready for his world, and besides, she has family issues to deal with and has no interest in divulging the truth about who she really is. Mason Simmons can’t believe he is falling for a vanilla woman at his best friend’s wedding, of all places. Even though both the bride and the groom warn him to stay away from the maid of honor, he isn’t able to keep his hands to himself. He’s a smart man, though. No matter how hard he gets every time he’s with Jenna, he still knows she isn’t the type to enjoy either of his favorite pastimes—MMA fighting and BDSM. What he really needs to do is get her out of his system so he can move on. But things don’t work out as planned for either Jenna or Mason. Every time they are together, the heat rises. Neither of them is capable of turning the flames down. Jenna proves to be far less vanilla at heart, shocking herself as well as Mason. The fighting is almost more than she can handle, but when Mason takes her to his club, Extreme, she finds herself titillated beyond what either of them expected. Just when things are looking up, Jenna’s family enters the picture to rock the boat. Can their relationship survive the extreme turbulence? Secrets are one thing, but Jenna has a pile she wished she never had to divulge.
Perverse Demons
by Maialen Alonso Annie J. GarzaAn Anthology of Erotic Stories Evil demons show another face, touches of romance that blend with an attractive sensuality that will make you dream and desire to be one of the protagonists. These erotic stories will make you enjoy reading about some of the best known sins. "And you will want, and be desired ... and be devoured." Includes the bonus short story Sweet Punishment.
Perversioni da ragazzi -Controllo mentale 101-
by Ellen Dominick Francesca OrelliTrama: Lindsey ha un segreto oscuro. Anche se tutti pensano che sia una ragazza innocente e fresca di college, quello che vuole veramente è di essere presa da tre ragazzi in un colpo solo. Fortunatamente per lei, il suo migliore amico Trevor decide di aiutarla. Usa l'ipnosi per liberare Lindsey da tutte le sue inibizioni e far sì che sia selvaggia come vuole essere. I vestiti cadono e lei viene sottomessa da tre uomini. Cosa succederà quando la dolce Lindsey scoprirà che quello che desidera veramente sono Trevor e i suoi due amici disinibiti?
Perverso seductor mentiroso
by Christina LaurenLa historia de London y Luke, cuarta entrega de la serie WILD SEASONS, cierra esta estupenda serie, tan erótica como divertida. Después de Dulce chico indecente, Revoltosa criatura sensual y Oscura noche salvaje, la historia de London y Luke hará las delicias de las lectoras de la serie y fans de Christina Lauren en general. ¿Has oído alguna vez eso de que es mejor no salir con el ex de una amiga? Si lo haces, lo más probable es que te quedes sin amiga y sin novio a la vez. Pero ¿cómo controlar la pasión que sienten London y Luke? Cada uno a su manera, estaba feliz con su vida tranquila y sin compromiso, London surfeando y saliendo de copas con sus amigas, Luke alejado de cualquier relación seria. Pero después de la fantástica noche que han compartido, ¡qué difícil es seguir adelante sin plantearse lo bien que podrían estar juntos! La crítica ha dicho...«Para los fans de relaciones reales y de los diálogos brillantes y rápidos de Lauren, que encontrarán mucha diversión en esta entrega.»Publishers Weekly «La tensión sexual entre la pareja atrapa tanto como el sexo.»Library Journal «Fresco, energético y actual, Perverso seductor mentiroso combina sensualidad auténtica con diálogos honestos y salvajes creando una novela que no puedes dejar. El viaje de London y Luke hacia el amor adulto merece la pena.»Bookpage
Perverso seductor mentiroso
by Christina LaurenLa historia de London y Luke, cuarta entrega de la serie «Wild Seasons», cierra esta estupenda serie, tan erótica como divertida. Después de Dulce chico indecente, Revoltosa criatura sensual y Oscura noche salvaje, la historia de London y Luke hará las delicias de las lectoras de la serie y fans de Christina Lauren en general. ¿Has oído alguna vez eso de que es mejor no salir con el ex de una amiga? Si lo haces, lo más probable es que te quedes sin amiga y sin novio a la vez. Pero ¿cómo controlar la pasión que sienten London y Luke? Cada uno a su manera, estaba feliz con su vida tranquila y sin compromiso, London surfeando y saliendo de copas con sus amigas, Luke alejado de cualquier relación seria. Pero después de la fantástica noche que han compartido, ¡qué difícil es seguir adelante sin plantearse lo bien que podrían estar juntos! La crítica ha dicho...«Para los fans de relaciones reales y de los diálogos brillantes y rápidos de Lauren, que encontrarán mucha diversión en esta entrega.»Publishers Weekly «La tensión sexual entre la pareja atrapa tanto como el sexo.»Library Journal «Fresco, energético y actual, Perverso seductor mentiroso combina sensualidad auténtica con diálogos honestos y salvajes creando una novela que no puedes dejar. El viaje de London y Luke hacia el amor adulto merece la pena.»Bookpage
Pervertie
by W. J. MayNe vous frottez pas aux Filles des Ténèbres, surtout Victoria. Seule la Mort Peut l'arrêter désormais Victoria était une chasseresse Vampire, à présent devenue la proie. L'ennemi mortel de Tori, Vlad Montour, vient tout juste de devenir le vampire le plus puissant au monde -- et son père. Il possède le réseau de complices le plus dangereux au monde, sans parler de sa forteresse quasiment impénétrable. Entraînée par lui en vue de devenir un Chasseur, elle a tué d'autres créatures surnaturelles, et en a fait son métier. Le monde de Tori bascule quand elle se retrouve dans le rôle de la proie. Par le passé, Tori a vécu selon cette règle : quand on n'aime personne, personne ne peut vous atteindre. Brusquement, cette règle ne peut plus être observée. Elle a un frère à protéger, un loup-garou qu'elle aime et dont elle porte l'enfant. Sa vie change en un clin d'œil. Elle se fait une promesse : éliminer tous ceux qui feront du mal aux personnes qu'elle aime. Le seul moyen d'arrêter Vlad est de le battre à son propre jeu. Cependant, comment réussir à vaincre quelqu'un qui ne perd jamais ? Comment arrêtez-vous un originel sans mourir dans le processus ? Jusqu'où iriez-vous en enfer, pour sauver ceux que vous aimez ?
La Pesadilla de Mis Amos - Temporada 1, Episodio 6 - Consecuencias
by Marita A. HansenFrano está devastado, furioso, y ahora es un entrenador. Para combatir lo que hizo en el episodio 5, se lanza a adiestrar a las mujeres. Pero Camila le propone un negocio que no puede rechazar, algo que podría arruinar sus posibilidades de estar con Rita. Matteo quiere destruir a Frano por lo que hizo a su familia, pero Frano ha reforzado la seguridad, su casa es ahora una fortaleza. Sin embargo, Matteo encuentra el eslabón débil, Thierry, y se propone acabar con los D'Angelos a través de él.
Pescado y patatas fritas (Serie Cortar y Correr #3)
by Madeleine Urban Abigail Roux Marta Gil AlmirónLa secuela de Palos y PiedrasVolumen 3 de la Serie Cortar y CorrerLos Agentes Especiales Ty Grady y Zane Garrett han vuelto al trabajo, disfrutando de una relación personal y profesional basada en una fuerte actitud protectora y una ardiente pasión. Ahora les han asignado un caso en el que tienen que hacerse pasar por dos miembros de un círculo de contrabando internacional --una pareja casada abiertamente gay-- en un crucero navideño por el Caribe. Como dice su jefe, seguro que prefieren besarse antes de que les disparen, y no tiene ni idea de la razón que tiene. Interpretar a los ricos criminales requiere un particular cambio de actitud por parte de Ty y Zane mientras lidian con el ejercicio de paciencia que es su caso. Cuando este empieza a afectar como se tratan el uno al otro en privado, se dan cuenta de que ser compañeros requiere algo más que cuidarse las espaldas y, cuando el caso da un giro repentino y amenaza la vida de Ty, él y Zane tendrán que navegar por un mar de mentiras piadosas y peligrosos secretos, incluyendo algunos propios.
Pêssego e a Rainha
by Edith LaytonO Natal está chegando à Londres vitoriana. Um pobre menino que mora com sua irmã modista em uma parte marginal da cidade descobre que seu gato está desaparecido. Seu cachorro velho não consegue viver sem o gato, então ele procura - e fica sabendo que a Rainha sequestrou seu gato! O moggie favorito da Rainha Vitória se perdeu e seus asseclas pegaram o gato errado - ou assim o menino e sua irmã pensam. Esta novela de Natal conta como um jovem Beefeater sério, seu superior cansado do mundo e um dos criminosos mais astutos de Londres tentam encontrar o gato certo sem perturbar a velha rainha, reconquistar o gato do menino - e cortejar a linda irmã - antes a rainha deixa Londres para as férias de Natal. Dos servos no palácio e nos aposentos da própria rainha, até Billingsgate e as tavernas favoritas dos mudlarks, as aventuras são muitas entre a alta e baixa vida da Londres vitoriana.