Candlelit Menagerie
Step into the enchanting world of Candlelit Menagerie, a captivating debut novel by Caraline Brown, published by Skyhorse Publishing in 2021. With 312 pages of immersive storytelling, this book invites readers to explore the shadowy corridors of London's exotic animal trade in the late eighteenth century.
Follow the journey of Lillian, a remarkably tall woman who grapples with her place in a society that often shuns those who are different. As her story unfolds, readers will be drawn into a rich tapestry of historical intrigue and emotional depth, reminiscent of the works of The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock and Hannah Kent. Candlelit Menagerie is a must-read for anyone who enjoys beautifully crafted narratives that illuminate the complexities of human experience against a backdrop of a fascinating, bygone era.