A Great and Terrible Beauty
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Book Description
A Victorian boarding school story, a Gothic mansion mystery, a gossipy romp about a clique of girlfriends, and a dark other-worldly fantasy--jumble them all together and you have this complicated and unusual first novel.
Gemma, 16, has had an unconventional upbringing in India, until the day she foresees her mother's death in a black, swirling vision that turns out to be true. Sent ... More
Gemma, 16, has had an unconventional upbringing in India, until the day she foresees her mother's death in a black, swirling vision that turns out to be true. Sent ... More
Book Information
Publisher | Perfection Learning |
Binding | Hardcover (25 editions) |
Reading Level | Uncategorized |
# of Pages | N/A |
ISBN-10 | 075695701X |
ISBN-13 | 978-0756957018 |
Publication Date | 03/01/2005 |
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4/21/2010 Diana Levin said: A very engaging story. The characters are great.
tags: I read, teens, fantasy
tags: I read, teens, fantasy
11/25/2008 Christy Evers said: An imaginative tale from Victorian times. I like how Libba Bray includes historical detail.
tags: I recommend, I read
tags: I recommend, I read
6/7/2008 Alicia V said: Absolutely fantastic! The characters are rich, intricate, and fascinating. The storyline pulled me right in, and I couldn't put it down. Have recommended to all friends and family, and they have adored the series just as much as I have.
tags: I read
tags: I read
3/12/2008 BayShore Books said:
tags: I read
“A Great and Terrible Beauty” may have been written as a novel for teens; however, the historical setting, mystery, fantasy, and touch of romance are just as appealing for adults. Libba Bray masterfully explains the trials and tribulations for women in the Victorian era and relates the characte... more
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