The AlchemyThomas Nelson, 2004 M08 30 - 272 páginas Each book in The Creoles Series revolves around one of four girls who become close friends while attending a convent school in New Orleans. The third book, The Alchemy focuses on Simone d'Or, a vivacious young woman hardened by high society life, and Colin Seymour, a talented young man from humble beginnings. As the famed singer and composer Lord Beaufort nurtures Colin's singing voice, Colin rises to stardom in the opera world. At first, Simone judges Colin as a man beneath her standing, but after hearing Colin at the opera, she finds herself captivated by his talent and passion. Meanwhile, Simone's brother places the family name in jeopardy by his gambling debt, and she must face the possibility of marrying Vernay, a rigid young man of equal status who is feared for his skill in dueling others to the death. |
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... it's very difficult. I keep getting interrupted.” He continued to argue fervently. Finally Jeanne pleaded, “Please, Armand, let's at least hear his story.” “All right, I'll listen, but I'm telling you now I can't help him.” They moved ...
... it's not. My birthday's in May.” “I mean, you come here seven months ago today. Don't you rememer nothing?” “Has it been that long?” Colin asked softly, as if speaking to himself. He looked around the chateau grounds, which were now ...
... It's what I want to do.” “It's no fit thing for a real man. A man should use his hands to make his living, not go tra-la-la-ing all over the place. And besides, the master treats you worse than I do.” “You're right about that. You put ...
... It's not good for a man to love a woman too much.” “Why, Philippe? Why would you say that?” “Because someone might run off with her.” Colin suddenly grinned, his teeth looking very white against his tan. “Maybe a man should marry an ...
... it's not easy.” “I don't care about that, sir, and I can never thank you enough for letting me stay and for helping me.” 18 The Alchemy The gratitude in the young man's eyes 00-01--The Alchemy fnl pass 6/17/04 11:46 Page 17.