About the Book

Book: A Dark Beauty

Series: Victorian Retellings, Book 1
Author: Clarissa Kae
Genre: Fairytale
Release Date: March 9, 2021

A Victorian Twist on Beauty And The Beast

Bold and brilliant, Georgiana has a gift for fixing machines—from clocks to carriages—while her father has a penchant for finding trouble. In an accidental fire, Georgiana and her father scar the once handsome face of Lord Pichon, cousin to the queen.
Rumors of Georgiana’s gift raise her family’s status. Her incomparable beauty captures the eye of many gentlemen and the wrath of Lord Pichon. Abandoned by his peers and alone in his cold castle, Lord Pichon is determined to enact revenge.
When Georgiana’s father makes a terrible mistake, she sacrifices herself to pay his debt—as a lowly maid in Lord Pichon’s castle.
Her wit and warmth begin to thaw Lord Pichon’s estate, making him question his version of the past. Will her kindness break the beastly lord or will he hold her family hostage forever?

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My Thoughts

Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorites stories and Disney movie so when I was set to review this book I was completely excited. I mean a retelling of your favorite story in Victorian times? What is not to love about that?! This is my first book by Clarissa Kae and I thought she did a great job! I could tell right away which character was who and you will too if you love Beauty and the Beast. Just like in that story this one also has the character that you are meant to dislike strongly! There was mystery and intrigue which definitely keeps you reading into the wee hours of the night (okay maybe that was just me! LOL)

Definitely one of those books for me that I couldn't put down and wanted more at the end. I definitely recommend it to anyone who not only likes the old tale but those who enjoy reading the Victorian Era genre!

My Rating: 4 Stars/ Really enjoyed it! Can't wait to read more from this author!

I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

About the Author

Clarissa Kae is a preeminent voice whose professional career began as a freelance editor in 2007. She’s the former president of her local California Writers Club after spending several years as the Critique Director.

Since her first novel, she’s explored different writing genres and created a loyal group of fans who eagerly await her upcoming release. With numerous awards to her name, Clarissa continues to honor the role of storyteller.

Aside from the writing community, she and her daughters founded Kind Girls Make Strong Women to help undervalued nonprofit organizations—from reuniting children with families to giving Junior Olympic athletes their shot at success.

She lives in the agricultural belly of California with her family and farm of horses, chickens, dogs and kittens aplenty.

More from Clarissa

As a young girl most of the fairy tales talked about beauty as the only attribute but when Disney came out with Beauty and the Beast, my world was rocked. For the first time the heroine was a woman with a brain and a plan. I began researching the fairy tale and read every version. When my youngest daughter was born (with dark hair and big beautiful brown eyes) I named her Isla Belle. For as long as I can remember, I dreamed of writing a Beauty and the Beast retelling. And finally, that dream as come true.