A Murderers Ball
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Ongoing, First published Apr 07, 2022
The year is 1812, floral patterns coat the garments of this years high fashion and the city of London is filled with the buzzing whispers of the seasons excitement. All but one young lady is thought to be faced with the prospects of a successful courtship. Aurelia Andrews will be challenged with an unusual set of circumstances as she navigates her debut into a world of drama, treachery and unforeseen murder. 
New to world of the wealthy after her fathers success in striking gold, her luck rests in the hands of her distant and wealthy aunt, who wishes to mentor and prepare the girl for her debut into elite society. With the aid of her aunts prospective connections Aurelia finds herself lodging as a guest to the host of this seasons ball. A wealthy yet mysterious Duke, whos younger sister suspiciously died earlier that year. Will Aurelia's debut be more eventful than first anticipated? And was her new part in society really by chance or had someone being pulling the strings of her fate all along?
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