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Cassandra caravello has had her fate sealed since her birth. Author of starling, venom, venom, belladonna secrets of the eternal rose fiona paul open library. She is surrounded by wealth, fortune, fabulous gowns and anything she could have hoped for. Venom by fiona paul centers on cassandra, an upper class teenager, who is already set to marry luce, another noble. Like i know you want this as much as i do, he said.

I wish i had known how long the book would feel or that. And i have to say that i was quite swept away to another place and time with pauls exquisite attention to historical detail, which really brought the renaissance to life. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. In venom, fiona paul has created a great example of the kind of artsy, edgy bad boy that i just know the entire internets will soon be swooning over. Venom by fiona paul book one of the secrets of the eternal rose series publisher. Going into this book i didnt really know anything except that lots of people loved it, there was a guy named falco, and it was some sort of murder mystery. Those who which to learn its mysteries must be unafraid to open it and study its entrails. While i found the writing really good, i just couldnt finish it. Yall,venom by fiona paul was a book that i unabashedly loved. Her future goals include diving with great white sharks and writing more books. Venom is book one in fiona pauls intriguing new series, secrets of the eternal rose, set in venice at the end of the renaissance. The links will take you to the web sites home page. Fiona paul books list of books by author fiona paul thriftbooks.

We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. We did a search for other books with a similar title, and found some results for. Cassandra caravello is trying to forget falco, the wild artist who ran off with her heart, as she grows closer to her strong, steady fiance, luca. This book mixes romance, scandals, murders and many secrets. Venom by fiona paul, 9780399257254, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. She lives in venice, which is richly described and if anyone doesnt want to visit this place after reading this book is definitely deranged, and falls for an artist, falco, whom she meets in a graveyard of all places.

The dark, seductive conclusion to the thrilling want to read. Falco is great, and im definitely intrigued by him. Im sure there are plenty of people out there that will enjoy this book far more than i. A romantic potboiler set in turnofthe17thcentury venice. Fiona paul is a writer, wanderer, and free spirit, with degrees in psychology and secondary education. The secrets of the eternal rose book series by fiona paul includes books venom, belladonna, and starling. Wonderfully sinister and thrillingly romantic, venom has it allsecret trysts in graveyards, venetian canals, murdered courtesans, and masquerades. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Shes traveled all over the world, and many of the scenes in venom, belladonna and starling were inspired by reallife experiences though she wont tell you which ones. So good in fact that i kind of want to do a blog post about it. Oct 24, 2012 despite these flaws, i should point out that i did finish the book, and fiona pauls writing is engaging and even handed enough character issues and historical context aside. Fiona paul books list of books by author fiona paul. See all books authored by fiona paul, including venom, and starling, and more on. Again, i know not a good way to select my reading material, but thats why i picked this one up.

Secrets of the eternal rose book series thriftbooks. Pauls second novel in the tantalizing order of the eternal rose series is almost as exciting and evocative of renaissance italy as her first, venom 2012. Cassandra caravello is one of renaissance venices lucky elite. Dec 08, 2014 since reading and loving the art of lainey by paula stokes earlier this year, i was convinced i had to try her previous books under her pen name, fiona paul, as well. I couldnt resist, he said, and he actually had the nerve to wink at her. May 22, 2014 and right now, that song is representing my feelings forstarlingby fiona paul, the last book in hersecrets of the eternal rosetrilogy.

Venom secrets of the eternal rose series, book 1 secrets of the eternal rose by fiona paul author kathleen mcinerney narrator. It was a romance, and it was suspenseful, but neither of those plot lines reached its final climax, theyre continued in the next books. Jan 28, 20 i must say that these expectations were well met. Jul 16, 20 belladonna secrets of the eternal rose is another winner from fiona paul. All in all, venom is one of the books this year that i felt was an excellent start to a fresh series and one that i. Venom by fiona paul 2012, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Nov 15, 2012 yall,venom by fiona paul was a book that i unabashedly loved. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. You must feel like a caged bird, battering its wings against the sides of its golden prison. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read. Her world is one of fabulous gowns, masquerade balls and privilege, yet she longs for something more. Author of starling, venom, venom, belladonna secrets of the eternal rose fiona paul.

How terrible it must be to be a member of the noble class. Discover book depositorys huge selection of fiona paul books online. This book has been on my radar for quite some time because antony john, the author of five flavors of dumb and the soon to be released elemental, has lauded this one up and down heartily. Jan 01, 20 venom certainly has all the trappings of a spectacular, swoonworthy historical book, especially with the gilt charm and romance of venice. Nov 30, 2012 i always try to give the book another chance because i always feel like ive let the authorbook down by not. Deftly balancing beauty and death, venom renders the canals of renaissance venice frightening and irresistible in a sensual tale where no one can be trusted and passions kill. Andrea cremer deftly balancing beauty and death, venom renders the canals of renaissance venice frightening and irresistible in a sensual tale where no one can be trusted and passions kill. Pdf venom book by fiona paul free download 435 pages. Venom secrets of the eternal rose, book 1 by fiona paul. Venom by fiona paul venom by fiona paul published december 2012 harper collins from the publisher. The first edition of the novel was published in october 30th 2012, and was written by fiona paul. Fiona paul created a lush, compelling mystery i couldnt put down. See the complete secrets of the eternal rose series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. This free story also includes four chapters of venomous kiss, the first book in a romantic series tinged with true love and heartbreaking betrayal.

Venom secrets of the eternal rose series, book 1 secrets of the eternal rose by fiona paul. Venom is a historical fiction set in renaissance venice. I must have some kind of good karma in the bank because i got lucky enough to receive an early copy. It seems like just yesterday i was clamoring for a copy of venom, the first book in the trilogy, back when it still had that cover with the awesome mask on it. Venom quotes showing of 277 how terrible it must be to be a member of the noble class.

We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading venom the eternal rosetrilogy book 1. The short answer is that cass is 15, but theres a lot more to it then that, and i do believe since 15 in the renaissance is more like 2530 in modern times given the shorter life expectancy the books will definitely appeal to adult readers of historical fiction or chick lit. It was a romance, and it was suspenseful, but neither of those plot lines reached its final climax, theyre continued in the next book.

Going into this book i didnt really know anything except that lots of people loved it, there was a. Love, lust, murder, mayhem and high society converge in one thrilling debutpart gossip girl, part edgar allan poe, and wholly beautiful, elegant and suspenseful. Cass rediscovery of falco and his lucrative, if bizarre, apprenticeship to bella brianibetter known as belladonna for her ageless beautylures cass into an underworld of murder, human dissection, and debauchery. Showered with luxuries, jewellery, maids and much more, everything except the freedom to follow her heart. Venom, the eternal rosetrilogy by fiona paul 9780732295929. This is a novel set in the renaissance venice, basically the story of a wealthy young. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are cassandra caravello, falco. On sale october 30, 2012 cassandra caravello has everything a girl could desire. December 6th 2012 book 1 sent by harpercollins publishers cassandra caravello is an upperclass teenage girl residing in venice with her aging aunt. About the author fiona paul is a writer, wanderer, and free spirit, with degrees in psychology and secondary education.

Those reading the book for the mystery will have given up long before it grinds to its tepid, 400pluspage conclusion. Shes traveled all over the world, and many of the scenes in venom and belladonna were inspired by reallife experiences though she wont tell you which ones. Dont miss this short story prequel set in the thrilling world of fiona pauls secrets of the eternal rose series. Sorry, the book that you are looking for is not available right now. Venom, book 1 in the secrets of the eternal rose series author. When hes arrested by soldiers in the middle of the night, casss life is once again thrown into. Falco has left and cass and luca continue with their engagement. Digital rights management drm the publisher has supplied this book in encrypted form, which means that you need to install free software in order to unlock and read it. I will be frank with you and say that i did not lovebelladonna as much as i lovedvenom. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. It will be hard to express how amazing i think this book is its everything i wanted the first to be, and fiona paul is blossoming as an author. Belladonna secrets of the eternal rose is another winner from fiona paul. From there you can navigate to the title you are interested in.

Beauty, romance, murder this historical romance series has it all. Venom secrets of the eternal rose, book 1 by fiona paul book cover, description, publication history. Venom by fiona paul is set in the postcard worthy lush and realistic world of renaissance venice italy, a world that paul describes very well. Venom the eternal rosetrilogy book 1 kindle edition by. Belladonna is a thrilling follow up to venom, and starts us a few weeks after venom ends. Venom is the thrilling first novel fiona paul has written. This first book in the secrets of the eternal rose trilogy introduces cass, a wealthy 15yearold living in renaissanceera venice, who chafes at. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability. The thing is, sometimes, a book just doesnt work for you and no matter how many chances you give it, its not going to get any better. Since reading and loving the art of lainey by paula stokes earlier this year, i was convinced i had to try her previous books under her pen name, fiona paul, as well.

Beneath the murky waters that engulf the city of venice, secrets. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 435 pages and is available in hardcover format. Cassandra caravello is one of renaissance venices privileged elite. Venom the eternal rosetrilogy book 1 kindle edition by fiona paul. Search the australian booksellers association website to find a bookseller near you. As the book opens, cassandra caravello is attending the funeral of liviana, one of her oldest friends.

And even if you did, im inclined to think a night with. Historical fiction, mystery, romance, young adult publisher. Those reading the book for the mystery will have given up long before it grinds to its tepid. I originally thought that this book would turn out to be a suspenseful romance set during the 1800s. Venom the eternal rosetrilogy series by fiona paul. Love, lust, murder, mayhem and high society converge in one thrilling debut. Formerly published as venom, fiona pauls first installment of the secrets of the eternal rose is perfect for fans of libba brays a great and terrible beauty. For reals, this book is longer than 400 pages but i inhaled it and was caught up in the venetian setting and oh my god the drama. Fiona paul, quote from venom the human body is a book of secrets, covered in skin and written in blood. Luca finds himself thrown in jail accused of a crime he did not commit.