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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... feel good.” “Not she—it makes you feel good.” “What difference it make?” “I thought you wanted to learn English.” “I never go to that country. Nothing but barbarians there. I bet the gardens there look like a pigpen.” It was an old ...
... feels. I had a wife once, and I lost her.” “You never told me that, Philippe.” “I don't like to think about it.” “I wish I could help him.” Philippe tested the ax with his thumb and was silent for a time. Finally he said, “My young ...
... feel.” “Oh, you're saving yourself for some woman down the road!” “That's part of it, I suppose. Rosa, I heard you and Dominic talking about Simone d'Or and my friend the marquis. Were you serious?” “Haven't I seen enough old men make ...
... feel for you is too strong for me to ignore. I beg you, Simone, do not refuse me.” As Armand spoke, Simone was able to gather her thoughts and said, “Armand, I have a great admiration for you. You are famous the world over, and there ...
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