New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James delivers fascinating behind-the-scenes look in the Essex Sisters world, along with a brand-new short story in the series
This is a book no Eloisa James fan should miss! Eloisa revisits the scintillating world of the Essex Sisters with βA Midsummer Nightβs Disgrace,β a new story featuring a young lady, Cece, who would rather ruin her own reputation than endure further speculation about whether her children will be βsilly,β like her brother, Billy. Happily for fans of Pleasure for Pleasure, Ceceβs best friend is Josie, Countess of Mayne!
Just as exciting, the Companion includes not only Eloisaβs original notes about each book and her βextraβ chapters, but a 170-page alternate ending to Kiss Me, Annabel. Eloisa discarded this shockingly different plot after writing one draft, and the published novel went in an entirely new direction. Make up your own mind about which is betterβEloisaβs original, or the final book!
Super fan Jody Gayleβs engaging guide includes essays about fascinating historical details, including period fashion designs. Explore the world of horse racing and tour the London theater scene. Delve into the rich history and deep literary tradition that makes Eloisa one of the top writers of historical romance.
The Companion also gives you a sneak peek at Eloisaβs newest full-length novella, βA Gentleman Never Tellsββ which springs from the world of the Essex Sisters! What will happen when one of the men who ruined an heiressβ debut by labeling her a βWooly Breederβ (and Josie Essex a βScottish Sausageβ) decides that itβs time to make amends?
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