This historical paranormal romance is a retelling of the Beauty and the Beast story, set in post-Renaissance Italy, when even the slightest glance or gesture could convey more pent-up desire than a month’s worth of texts and emojis do nowadays. Antonia is a strong female protagonist unafraid to buck the system in search of true love, and Tavros is a tortured soul on the verge of losing all hope.… hope.
It’s the year 1690, and Antonia Crivelli’s father has arranged for her to be married to one of the wealthiest, most handsome men in Venice. Although her fiancé seems strangely uninterested in her, 19-year-old Antonia naively hopes things will be better after the wedding.
Everything changes the day Antonia meets Tavros, the mysterious shipyard blacksmith whose smoldering glances leave no doubt as to where his desires lie. In the Greek blacksmith, Antonia sees the chance for true love and soon finds it impossible to banish him from her thoughts.
But Tavros harbors a deep, dark secret he can’t share with anyone—a secret so terrifying it threatens to tear both of their lives apart.
“One of the sexiest romance novels I’ve ever read! Historical PNR has never been this breathlessly steamy!” – ARC reader
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This is a very intriguing and enjoyable twist on Beauty and The Beast. It’s a cleverly crafted shorter read that takes the classic fairytale theme and sets it in 1690 Venice. With twist, drama, intensity and steamy passion, this emotional read grabbed my attention and held it. A truly beautiful romance.
Intriguing, honest, and incredibly hit Tavros will make you want to be in his lovely Antonia’s shoes. The story is beautifully written and takes you on a journey to a bright world with complex rules that only serve to mask unpleasant truths and to prevent happiness. But even amongst the most enfuriating people and rules, love prevails and delivers the most epic of love stories.
The mixture of cultures, myths and customs only add to a higher level uf uniqueness to this amazing story. I can assure you you won’t be able to put it down.
Alexis wrote this little short story once, a long time ago, and it was good! This expanded story is 100% Fabulous! Based on Beauty and the Beast. Antonia is a sweet girl, who wonders what being married would be like, and she’s about to find out. Her father has arraigned a marriage, with the son of a Business associate, but he’s not too interested. Tavros was captured and escaped his homeland and works as a blacksmith, he only has eyes for Antonia. But it can ever be. There are secrets to be revealed! This is a sweet, sexy version of Beauty with a Very Happy ending.
i love historical and paranormal, this was such an amazing book. Antonio and Tavros are such a great book couple, i could read them all day. once i started reading it i couldn’t put it down. would def recommend.
This magical retelling of one of my favorite fairy tales is one of the best I’ve ever read. I was captivated from the first chapter and was a hooked from then on. Antonia was a beautiful young lady inside and out, longing for love, and being used by her parents as a pawn for their fortunes. She was to be married to a man who didn’t love her, and didn’t even appear to like her. I didn’t like Giovanni either.
Tavros had lived a hard life, unable to control the beast inside him, and sold into captivity because of it. But when these two meet, when green eyes gaze into silver orbs, when their hands touch and electric current runs up their arms, these two know they are meant to be together. Only she can calm the beast in him. And when they are together, the chemistry is so perfect. I couldn’t put the book down once I started it and I was happy that it not only was a standalone with a HEA, but an epilogue too! My favorite thing! So go ahead, get cozy and settle down to read one of the best fairy tale renditions you will ever read!
An amazingly well written historical romance which has a hint of paranormal to give it edge. It begins in 1690 in Venice and the author has made research about the events and places. I like that it is true to the historical references. Great storyline that is captivating and keeps the reader on the edge to know what happens next. The characters are well described and likeable.
The story is dark in the beginning and abuse is used on a captive who is treated like an animal. Our Hero escapes and later he meets our heroin, who is also captive. But that is because she is forced into a relationship to a man by her father.
It is a sweet and captivating read. It is a bit of steam but it suits the story. Drama, danger, betrayel, family issues, chemistry, twists and emotions are mixed and written into a fantastic story that I only can recommend to others.
This book was very good I enjoyed it immensely. Show the hard ship of a man that is cursed not knowing where he really came from. Being taken from his home and meeting a women destined to be his. They fight the battles standing in there trying to be together.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. A rendition of the Beauty and the Beast story, set in 1690 Venice. Antonia Crivelli meets handsome blacksmith Tavros even though she has been promised to Giovanni. This story has suspense, drama, a twist, and romance. A story I enjoyed reading from the first page.
This was a beautiful love story with a little steam. The love and passion between the characters were remarkable. The emotional turmoil and struggles were unbelievable. The bond and understanding of each others situation was heartwarming. I was hooked from the very beginning of the book. It was a excellent read you won’t be disappointed.
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This Besuty anc the Beast retelling starts off dark and suspenseful as Tavros is caged and held captive, abused and starved like an animal. He manages to escape while in port at Venice.
A year later he sees abc falls for Antonia. Young, rich, pampered and engaged to a nobleman her father has picked out for her, Antonia feels trapped in her own life.
This moderate paced sweetly romantic story had a touch of paranormal and Greek mythology undertones. Antonia is able to calm the beast in Tavros, and his true identity is revealed at the end with a HEA for this couple!
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Historical retelling of Beauty and the Beast
A romantic historical retelling of the fairy tale Beauty and the Beast. This story is plotted with a twist. I love how the characters evolved and how the plot developed till the very end. It has great world building, the romance and steam is just perfect. This story is not meant for the younger readers – but for the adults who still revel in their old time fairy tale greats. I will definitely read more from the author, especially if she write fairy tale retelling.
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What a beautiful adaptation of beauty & the beast. The imagery in the words transported me back in time & to all the places the story took place. Tavros & Antonia’s love is one that will be hard to forget. This story will stick with me for a long time.
Antonia is a young woman about to enter into an arranged marriage that is more of a business deal for the parents of the bride & groom to be. Antonia had hoped to there would at least be an attraction that would lead to love. When that isn’t happening she is troubled.
Tavros gave me goosebumps. He is a laborer, a blacksmith & a cursed man. He does not have the same social status as Antonia. Their first sight of each other, Tavros sees Antonia in a dress shop & when she leaves, Antonia sees him across the courtyard standing in the shadows staring at her. He is mesmerized & she is intrigued. They have other ‘chance’ meetings that bring about a turn of events that could change their futures. But will Tavros’ secret, his curse, keep them apart?
I was riveted by this story, the romance, the intimacy & the love were depicted so well that I felt the emotions of both characters throughout the whole book. I highly recommend this read.
Her father has arranged her marriage to a very wealthy man but when she meets him he seems uninterested in her. So when she meets a different man and things seem to be good but he is hiding a secret. What is he hiding? Will she finds out? See what will happen
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When I started reading this story, I couldn’t put it down. I read the book in one day.This author is an awesome writer.I cannot wait to read more of their books. Keep up the great work.You should definitely read this book.
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