Theatre of Marvels: A thrilling and absorbing tale set in Victorian London

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I love some of the characters in the book and equally feel total unease towards others. The amicable Barky being a particular favorite. The writer is very successful in evoking your emotions towards most of the characters while the duality and complexity of the characters are beautifully portrayed. Zillah is a great character equally vulnerable and strong at times as she questions her own place in society. Top Shelf Catalog listing for The Moon and Serpent Bumper Book of Magic by Alan Moore and Steve Moore. Accessed 13 June 2008 Eat, Drink, and Be Merry: The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Christmas with the Best Drinks Books On The Shelves Exploitation and empowerment, race and class are all explored in this gripping historical novel. Dillsworth is a class act' Woman & Home The really enjoyed the Victorian London setting which was spectacularly atmospheric and unapologetically gritty, there’s absolutely no sugar coating the life experiences and prejudices faced by the working classes (particularly women and people of colour) and though I was absolutely immersed in Zillah’s day to day life, I was also brought to tears by the events she has to witness—she may be fictional but Zillah is a far stronger woman than me, I can guarantee that I couldn’t handle even half of what she has to experience.

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There are rivalries with fellow actresses, and well-meaning Quakers who work toward a better society. Much of the characterisation is tissue-thin, however, and a few turns of phrase felt not of the time period (describing someone as being in a “pissy mood”; “If he was in this much of a funk there’d be no getting through to him. I might as well go to bed before he killed my mood completely.”). All told, this never lived up to its first paragraph – I was slightly irritated by the first person narration in the book but it is purely a person choice. It does however in this particular book give us the insight into Zillah's thinking and development.In 1998, after completing the artwork for From Hell, Moore played the CD recording to artist Eddie Campbell, who immediately asked if he could do a pictorial interpretation; this was self-published by Campbell in 1999. [5] In 2005, it was reprinted as part of Moore and Campbell's A Disease of Language. Warren Ellis called it an "excellent adaptation." [1]

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Join Zillah on her journey across Victorian London. Behind the curtain there are no lies in theatre, only performances. The group's initial, self-titled "working" occurred in 1994. It was released on CD in 1996 on the Cleopatra label, (just a week after Birth Caul), and re-released in limited form in 1999/2000. [2] The "most overtly occult," it was an exploration of magic, Glycon (a Roman snake deity) and "a tour of the wild magic of the London area the piece was being performed in." [1] The Moon and Serpent Grand Egyptian Theatre of Marvels is a group of occultists and performers including writer and magician Alan Moore, Bauhaus member David J, and musician Tim Perkins, who perform occult "workings" consisting of prose poetry set to music. Several of these "workings" have been released onto CD. It was also the name of the group's first performance piece which was released as a spoken word CD in 1996. Severin, Steven, StevenSeverin.com, Jan 29, 2001. Accessed via The Internet Archive, 9 November 2008a b c d e f g h i "Come in Alone" by Warren Ellis for Comic Book Resources, 16 December 2000. Accessed 9 November 2008. Her pursuit of the truth takes her into the underbelly of the city - from gas-lit streets to the sumptuous parlours of Mayfair - as she seeks the help of notorious criminals from her past and finds herself torn between two powerful admirers. The sequel to It Ends With Us (2016) shows the aftermath of domestic violence through the eyes of a single mother.

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A deliciously immersive tale, Theatre of Marvels whisks you on an unforgettable journey across Victorian London in this bold exploration of race, class and gothic spectacle. The novel is effectively evocative of the Victorian era and rich in period detail. Despite this, it always remains pacey, keeping readers on their toes with a good dose of intrigue and plenty of twists. A few threads feel somewhat rushed towards the end, as the narrative skirts on the edge of melodrama, but on the whole, Dillsworth balances the various characters and plot points well by always keeping her spirited heroine at the story's heart... continuedZillah is a likeable, relatable protagonist and I loved watching her character develop as the story progressed; I totally rooted for her from beginning to end. Her supporting cast are a mixed bunch of mostly downright detestable characters. The sheer level of historical accuracy was also really phenomenal and definitely sheds a light on a huge part of British history; involving marginalised groups that society as a whole has all but forgotten (such as The Sierra Leone Resettlement Scheme) which was incredibly eye opening. Different acts were described and certain characters have a lingering effect on Zillah. This story is character driven and has a steady pace. It's easy to be swept up in Victorian London and hear the chime of Big Ben or smell the different foods described. Dillsworth did a wonderful job to make this story come to life and captivating the reader. Theatre of Marvels from debut author Lianne Dillsworth promises Historical Fiction, Victorian London and a theatrical variety show... what's not to love?