Bitter Greens

Discover the enchanting world of 'Bitter Greens', an award-winning historical fiction novel that beautifully intertwines themes of love, betrayal, and the mystical elements behind fairy tales. This captivating story, set against the backdrop of 17th-century France and Venice, introduces you to Charlotte-Rose de la Force, who, after being banished from Versailles by Louis XIV, finds solace in the enchanting tale of Margherita—a girl sold for a handful of bitter greens. As you turn the pages of this exquisite B-format paperback, delve into the life of Margherita, whose innocence and talent shine through her captivity in a tower. The narrative explores not just the allure and intricacies of Renaissance life but also the darker corners of human emotion and desire. This immersive read, published in 2013 by Random House Australia, spans 576 pages of rich storytelling that captures the essence of time and place, engaging readers with its lyrical prose and profound reflections. Join Margherita on her journey of self-discovery surrounded by the artistic genius of Tiziano and the dangerous charm of her world. Perfect for fans of historical romance and fairy tale retellings, 'Bitter Greens' promises an unforgettable reading experience that evokes both the beauty and trials of love. Immerse yourself today and explore the rich tapestry woven by this talented author.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781741668483
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2013
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE AUSTRALIA
Pages: 576


Description:
"Winner of the 2015 American Libraries Association prize for Historical Fiction. A lovely stew of sex, fairytales and, well, sex really. THE AGE. An exquisite rendering of the story behind the Rapunzel fairy tale. Charlotte-Rose de la Force has been banished from the court of Versailles by the Sun King, Louis XIV, after a series of scandalous love affairs. She is comforted by an old nun, Seur Seraphina, who tells her the tale of a young girl who, a hundred years earlier, is sold by her parents for a handful of bitter greens ... After Margherita's father steals a handful of parsley, wintercress and rapunzel from the walled garden of the courtesan Selena Leonelli, he is threatened with having both hands cut off ... unless he and his wife give away their little girl. Selena is the famous red-haired muse of the artist Tiziano, first painted by him in 1512 and still inspiring him at the time of his death, sixty-four years later. Called La Strega Bella, Selena is at the centre of Renaissance life in Venice, a world of beauty and danger, seduction and betrayal, love and superstition. Locked away in a tower, growing to womanhood, Margherita sings in the hope that

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