Trades of the Flesh by Faye L. Booth
Lydia Ketch is a young woman whose life some would call immoral and shameful. But with the death of her mother and the prospect of the obscene conditions of the workhouse looming before her, Lydia chooses to enter into the "trade" in order to shield herself (and, more to the point, her sweet younger sister) from life's ravages and give them a chance at something better. Her education, working in the 'introduction house' of Kathleen Tanner, has given her some very unusual skills and an income few others could match.
When Lydia meets Henry Shadwell, a young surgeon with a passionate interest in biology—and in Lydia's shadowy world—the chemistry between the two is instant. Their relationship deepens when Henry discovers that Lydia possesses a nimble intellect. He soon enlists Lydia's help in his underground sidelines, first as a model for pornographic photography: then as an assistant in procuring corpses for medical experimentation.
With the dangers of her own line of work becoming clearer by the day, and her newfound delight in her own sexuality burgeoning, Lydia becomes disillusioned with her life as a prostitute.
It soon become evident that her trade--and Henry's--are even more dangerous than either had imagined.
Trades of the Flesh by Faye Booth is a gripping novel about the body and its desires, from a precocious voice in historical fiction.
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Praise for this book
“A decidedly dark peek in the flip side of gentility.” —Booklist
“Booth isn't afraid to delve into the dark underbelly of Victorian society…a fascinating read.” —Historical Novel Society
About the Author
Faye Booth is a featured author in Macmillan UK's New Writing program. Born in Lancashire in 1980, she resides in rural England.
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Title: Trades of the Flesh
Author(s): Faye L. Booth
ISBN: 9781429967549
Copyright 2011
Release Date: March 01, 2011
Publisher: Tor Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: mobi,ePub | Learn More about our supported formats
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About Trades of the Flesh by Faye L. Booth
A darkly erotic tale of prostitution, murder, and medical science in Victorian England
Lydia Ketch is a young woman whose life some would call immoral and shameful. But with the death of her mother and the prospect of the obscene conditions of the workhouse looming before her, Lydia chooses to enter into the "trade" in order to shield herself (and, more to the point, her sweet younger sister) from life's ravages and give them a chance at something better. Her education, working in the 'introduction house' of Kathleen Tanner, has given her some very unusual skills and an income few others could match.
When Lydia meets Henry Shadwell, a young surgeon with a passionate interest in biology—and in Lydia's shadowy world—the chemistry between the two is instant. Their relationship deepens when Henry discovers that Lydia possesses a nimble intellect. He soon enlists Lydia's help in his underground sidelines, first as a model for pornographic photography: then as an assistant in procuring corpses for medical experimentation.
With the dangers of her own line of work becoming clearer by the day, and her newfound delight in her own sexuality burgeoning, Lydia becomes disillusioned with her life as a prostitute.
It soon become evident that her trade--and Henry's--are even more dangerous than either had imagined.
Trades of the Flesh by Faye Booth is a gripping novel about the body and its desires, from a precocious voice in historical fiction.
At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Praise for this book
“A decidedly dark peek in the flip side of gentility.” —Booklist
“Booth isn't afraid to delve into the dark underbelly of Victorian society…a fascinating read.” —Historical Novel Society
About the Author
Faye Booth is a featured author in Macmillan UK's New Writing program. Born in Lancashire in 1980, she resides in rural England.
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Title: Trades of the Flesh
Author(s): Faye L. Booth
ISBN: 9781429967549
Copyright 2011
Release Date: March 01, 2011
Publisher: Tor Publishing Group
Countries: United States, Canada | Learn more about available countries
Language: English
Format: mobi,ePub | Learn More about our supported formats
Dragonmount is a proud provider of DRM-free eBooks. By purchasing any eBook from our store, you are not only helping support our website, but you are helping small businesses thrive in a market traditionally dominated by large companies. Learn more in our eBook FAQ.
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