The Raven's Embrace: A Romance
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  • Reads 9
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  • Parts 3
  • Time 11m
Ongoing, First published Oct 06, 2024
Mature
In the autumn of 1897, Charlotte (aka Raven) finds herself ensnared in a web of unspoken longing and clandestine passion as she navigates her tumultuous feelings for her best friend, Elizabeth Swann. While Elizabeth's beauty captivates all who gaze upon her, it is Charlotte's heart that bears the weight of their forbidden connection. As Elizabeth prepares for her impending marriage to the charming yet oblivious Lawrence Swann, Charlotte grapples with her unrelenting desire and the societal constraints that bind them.

Amidst the backdrop of a grand estate steeped in gothic allure, Charlotte's secret world unfolds through the pages of her diary. In her reflections, she recalls moments of laughter and shared dreams with Elizabeth, mingled with her clandestine adventures disguised as a man in the hunting grounds of their youth. Yet, as the boundaries of friendship blur, Charlotte must confront the dark shadows of her heart.

Caught between the haunting beauty of their bond and the oppressive weight of expectation, Charlotte's yearning reaches a boiling point. Will she find the courage to reveal her true feelings before it's too late, or will she remain forever trapped in the shadows of desire?

The Raven's Embrace is a poignant exploration of love, identity, and the haunting pull of forbidden attraction in a world where the heart's true desires are often left unspoken.


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