Edwardian Stories

Set nine years after the events in The Secret Garden, Mary returns to Misselthwaite Manor more of a lady than ever and Dickon sees her in a new light. The problem is, so does Colin.

Audrey Harris' life had always been simple and sure, until the unthinkable happens, leaving her and her four sisters in a new and unsure situation, which they must navigate through together. Just when Audrey thinks everything is going back to normal, he happens. Daniel Bouchard. A handsome, smooth-talker with a drinking problem. She was sure nothing would come of it, that is until she felt God leading her into a friendship with the stumbling drunkard she had met that September day. So, she makes up her mind; she'll be his friend, but nothing else will ever come of it.

Normandy 1905. After moving to a new town after her mother's death 16 year old Sandrine tries to rebuild her relationship with her absent father. But when she meets a mysterious young woman named Melusine on the beach one day, she discover's the town's darkest secret.

In the heart of the Edwardian era, amidst the lush English countryside, lies Wexley Manor, a sprawling estate steeped in mystery and intrigue. When the esteemed Lord Cedric Wexley is found murdered under suspicious circumstances, a clandestine group of amateur detectives known as "The Midnight Society" embarks on a perilous journey to unravel the truth. Led by Emily, James, Charlotte, Arthur, and Lydia, this eclectic group delves into the shadows of Wexley Manor, uncovering dark secrets and confronting dangerous adversaries. As alliances are tested and loyalties questioned, The Midnight Society must rely on their wit, courage, and unwavering friendship to solve the mystery before the killer strikes again. Join them on a thrilling adventure filled with twists, turns, and unexpected revelations in "The Midnight Society Chronicles: Shadows of Wexley Manor."

When an old man helps Y/N after another night of drinking, Y/N can't help but fall head over heels for the business owner. Mr Birling is known for his materialistic and conservative views, but what happens when he meets a young, leftist party animal?

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Set in a quiet English village, 'Miss Primrose' by Agnes Giberne (1845-1939) is a story of a woman who seriously needs a vibe check. Miss Martha Primrose is that one older lady in town who's super judgy, super proper, and thinks she's always right. She follows the rules to the letter and looks down on anyone who doesn't. But under all that pride and coldness? A lonely heart that's never really been challenged or shown any real love. A mix of unexpected friendships, personal struggles, and encounters with people she used to ignore or look down on begin to chip away at her icy exterior. It's kind of like a 19th-century slow-burn redemption arc. No flashy plot twists, just a steady, meaningful shift from pride to 10/10m.

THE SEQUEL TO LOVE & MURDER Work in progress!

Just women from old paintings (or just that style). Also women from the 1930s - 50s bc yes Since the style of painting is a western style most of these girls are gonna be white, but I do have some pictures and paintings of other races to keep it diverse.

** Sequel to the Time Traveller's Choice** Emma Scott has found love with World War I veteran Charlie Lawrence. She's found her Great Grandmother, Emer, and learned they share the strange gift of time travel. Emma, Charlie and Emer travel to Ireland to try to uncover the truth of why magic flows in their bloodline. But Dublin in 1922 is a city on the brink of civil war, and Emma finds herself in unexpected--and desperate--danger. When a tragedy separates Emma and Charlie, will they be able to find their way back to each other?

A gentleman detective and a headstrong heiress clash in a battle of wits. Murder, mayhem, and a dash of romance in Victorian San Francisco. An "action-packed mystery" (Kirkus Reviews) that's first in a series! Atticus Riot is a gambler turned detective who put away his magnifying glass after the death of his partner. But when the forty-year-old bachelor returns to San Francisco to finalize his early retirement, he's soon drawn into a dizzying search for a missing heiress. Mrs. Isobel Kingston is a singular woman who disappears under circumstances as murky as the ever-present fog. To find out what became of her, Riot's powers of deduction will be tested and he'll be forced to confront his own troubled past. A suspenseful Victorian mystery with a strong female lead and a romantic detective duo in San Francisco's lawless Barbary Coast. Fans of Laurie R. King, Deanna Raybourn, and C.S. Harris will love this thrilling historical mystery series. *This story contains sample chapters. The entire series is available at all online stores.

Girl meets boy in Edwardian England. What more do you want from a story? (Not for young audiences or innocent minds)

In 1910, London, England, Violette Alderdice learns of her betrothal with a young rich man of high class, like her, named Harry Styles. The last thing Violette wants in life is marriage. Harry dreads this marriage as much as she does but goes along with the marriage due to the threats by his parents. When Violette meets her soon to be husband she avoids him as much as she can and attempts to stop the marriage multiple times. As their marriage grows closer Violette and Harry grow closer and Harry breaks the walls that Violette has built.

For Katherine, it was a race against time, life and death. The cold waters of the Atlantic surround her and make everything turn cold. The waters seem to chase her, never leaving her be. Katherine is trapped, without any possible escape. The water is rising and she needs a way out. (This is my first time publishing something on here so please don't be harsh! I might release something else later on but idk when it's gonna be ready lol! This is a short story so ofc it's meant to be short - about 1000 words short lol. Enjoy!)

'I suppose it all began when I was sorting the post.' After discovering a letter in the mail that is rather queer, a begrudging author is flung on a time travel adventure involving brave futures and grisly pasts, all in an attempt to save himself from a future of lost fame. Finished for the time being.

Anastasia and Carmelo are a married aroace spec couple in 1908 who now find themselves in the middle of a murder mystery that is connected to the mysterious death of Anastasia's brother five and a half years previously. -Each chapter is roughly 1000 words, and this is a faster-paced story I'm doing, hence short chapters with a long storyline. I'm not a 'filler" type person. Every chapter will be important to characters/story_ (Historically accurate to my best abilities, bad puns, my first time putting work out there, so please give feedback I'm dyslexic, spellcheck can only help me so much) Disclaimer: all characters and storyline belong to me as this is my own personal work and ocs and all historical and literary references are accurate Please note this is a work of fiction and not based on any real historical figures or situations any overlap is coincidental (I'm very dislexic and spell/grammer check was used if there's any issues please let me know) TW: this is a historical murder mystery so obvisoly there will be refrences to death and other sensitive topics (period-accurate language may be used when need be) the cover is temporary as i am working on the graphic designs myself and i want it to be perfect to be prepared for the over to change over time

Short stories of people through the ages - their triumphs, failures, loves, and anguishes. Niamh - 250 AD, Ireland. A woman goes home. Epiphania - 1347 AD, Constantinople. A woman struggles with her faith. (WARNING: minimal, mildly graphic content.) Brynja - 1250 BC, Tollense, present-day Germany. A woman reluctantly does her duty. Quincy - 1902 AD, England. A man is out of his depth. A collection of my Historical Fiction Smackdown pieces. Copyright © 2018 giawriter.

Jacob goes to Bellas wedding to say one last goodby, but he soon realizes that edward is looking quite good in his wedding tux... suff is about to get real

In the theater of one of the most dramatic times in European history, Frederick, a young King of Prussia, must overcome challenges both national and personal. Yet he soon finds that he does not have to do it alone... he meets Margaret, an intriguing child of Queen Victoria, to whom he finds love and solace. Together, they will form a love; one that will break boundaries and change lives. One that will break old orders, and establish new ones. A love that would unify a nation. Written by HxhenzolIern, started October 2021.