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The English Masterpiece : A Novel

The English Masterpiece : A Novel

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant art world of 1970s London with this captivating historical fiction novel. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal Picasso exhibit, two women, Lily and Diana, navigate a complex web of glamour, secrets, and tension. As they work to bring the painter's legacy to life, their futures hang precariously in the balance, threatened by the very people closest to them. With its rich historical detail and intricate character development, this novel is a gripping page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant art world of 1970s London with this captivating historical fiction novel. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal Picasso exhibit, two women, Lily and Diana, navigate a complex web of glamour, secrets, and tension. As they work to bring the painter's legacy to life, their futures hang precariously in the balance, threatened by the very people closest to them. With its rich historical detail and intricate character development, this novel is a gripping page-turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.
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Eyes Like The Sea

Chapter 1 – Sea-Eyes - Monsieur Galifard - The First Needle-Prick

Chapter 2 – My First Distinction - My First Grievance - The Damenwalzer - The Frightful Monster - The Readjusted Scarf - The Second Needle-Prick

Chapter 3 – My Masterpiece And My Hut

Chapter 4 – Petöfi With Us - Plans For The Future - The Rape Of The Brides - Amateur Theatricals - My Menshikov

Chapter 5 – Olympian Strivings

Chapter 6 – An Odd Duel - The Fateful Letter J. - I Also Become A Peter Gyuricza

Chapter 7 – Weltschmerz Conditions - "Remain Or Fly!"

Chapter 8.1 – Peter Gyuricza's Consort

Chapter 8.2 – Peter Gyuricza's Consort

Chapter 9 – The Woman Who Went Along With Me

Chapter 10 – Where The World Is Walled Up

Chapter 11 – Valentine Bálványossi And Tihamér Rengetegi

Chapter 12.1 – The Meeting At The Pagan Altar

Chapter 12.2 – The Meeting At The Pagan Altar

Chapter 13.1 – What Happened After That

Chapter 13.2 – What Happened After That

Chapter 13.3 – What Happened After That

Chapter 14 – The Demon's Bait

Chapter 15.1 – Marvels Not To Be Seen For Money

Chapter 15.2 – Marvels Not To Be Seen For Money

Chapter 16 – Soldiering

Chapter 17 – Tempation

Chapter 18.1 – A Cold Douche!

Chapter 18.2 – A Cold Douche!

Chapter 19 – Esaias Medvési

Chapter 20 – Confession

Chapter 21 – Maria Nostra

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  • Product Type: BOOK
  • Barcode: 9781400347278
  • Release Date: June 10, 2025
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