When Noah Spencer inherits a mysterious Victorian estate from a distant relative, he expects dusty furniture and outdated décor. What he doesn't expect is to fall in love with a ghost. Hidden within the mansion's shadowy corridors, Noah discovers the haunting artwork and private journals of Henry Ashcroft, a talented but tormented artist from the 1890s. As Noah delves deeper into Henry's world, the line between past and present begins to blur. The ghostly encounters start small-whispered melodies from the grand piano, the scent of jasmine in empty rooms, paintings that seem to change overnight. But when Henry himself appears, their connection is instantaneous and profound. United by art, desire, and a love that defies the boundaries of time itself, Noah and Henry must confront the shadows of the past and their own deepening feelings. Can their impossible romance survive in a world that threatens to tear them apart? "Portrait of Desire" is a haunting tale of forbidden love, artistic passion, and the timeless human yearning to be truly seen and understood. Some loves are worth waiting a century for... 🏛️ Updates every week ❤️ LGBTQ+ Romance 👻 Paranormal/Ghost Story 🎨 Artist Romance 🌹 Historical Elements [Content Warning: Contains mild sensual scenes, emotional themes, and discussions of historical prejudices] Start reading now and lose yourself in a love story that transcends death itself...