In the opulent world of 19th-century New York, Katharine Lauderdale emerges as a captivating heroine. A woman of beauty, intelligence, and unwavering spirit, she navigates the treacherous waters of society, where love, ambition, and betrayal intertwine. As Katharine's path crosses with a cast of enigmatic characters, including the enigmatic Lord Henry and the charming but enigmatic John Charteris, she finds herself entangled in a web of secrets and forbidden desires. With each twist and turn, the boundaries between right and wrong blur, and Katharine must confront the true nature of her own heart.

In the opulent halls of the Ralston mansion, a web of secrets and desires entangles the lives of its aristocratic inhabitants. As the sun sets on the gilded age, the Ralstons face a crossroads that will forever alter their destiny. William, the enigmatic patriarch, harbors a dark past that threatens to unravel his carefully constructed facade. His wife, Laura, a woman of beauty and ambition, yearns for a love that eludes her. Their children, each with their own hidden motives, navigate the treacherous waters of society and their own hearts. As the shadows lengthen, a shocking revelation sends shockwaves through the family, exposing the fragile bonds that hold them together. The Ralstons must confront their own demons and the consequences of their actions in a world where appearances can be deceiving and the truth is often hidden in plain sight.

Delicato dramma storico-romantico ambientato nella Roma dell'inizio del Novecento. Angela Chiaramonte è una giovane ereditiera rimasta orfana di entrambi i genitori, che a causa di una truffa ordita dalla sorellastra viene privata di tutti i propri beni. Giovanni Severini, suo innamorato, le promette di sposarla non appena tornerà dalla guerra, ma Angela perde ogni speranza quando apprende che è stato segnalato morto da qualche parte in Africa. Angela decide quindi di diventare suora domenicana, e trascorre le proprie giornate assistendo i malati e pregando per l'anima di Giovanni. Così trascorrono cinque anni, ma una notizia inaspettata giunge a rimescolare le carte in tavola per un'ultima volta. Francis Marion Crawford (1854 - 1909) è stato uno scrittore e drammaturgo statunitense noto soprattutto per le sue opere horror, molte delle quali vennero adattate per il cinema. Durante la giovinezza viaggiò molto in India, dove imparò il sanscrito, e in Italia, dove decise di stabilirsi e visse gran parte della propria vita. Scrisse oltre quaranta romanzi e vari volumi di storia, e negli anni compresi fra l'Ottocento e il Novecento fu lo scrittore più prolifico e conosciuto nel mondo anglosassone.

A man visits his friend, a Scandinavian artist who lives in an old Italian villa. They go out on the balcony, enjoying the calm and beautiful night. Then the guest suddenly sees a strange mound of earth with a body next to it. The artist knows the story and it goes way back in time. Angelo and Cristina were a couple in love who did not get the chance to be together. Cristina was killed by two robbers. Since then a strange body appears in the moonlight. "The Blood Is The Life" is one of Francis Crawford's best known horror stories and it will chill your blood and keep you at the edge of your seat until the very end. B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere. Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer who lived in the period 1854 - 1909. His literary legacy consists mainly of novels, a big part of which are set in Italy, the place where he spent most of his life. Crawford objected to the realistic fiction that was popular at the time and he preferred writing romantic novels with vivid and colorful depictions. Some of his best known works are the "Don Orsino", "Sant' Ilario" and "Corleone" but he also wrote several short stories, which are often described as classics of the horror genre. Although Francis Crawford lived in Italy, wrote about Italy and stood apart from the American literature, he had a strong connection with his homeland and travelled there often.

Lady Gwendolen drops her precious doll Nina and breaks it. Mr. Puckler, a doll doctor, mends the doll and sends his daughter Else to return Nina to her owner. But times passes and Else is nowhere to be seen. What has happened to her? And where is the repaired doll? Does she have something to do with Else's disappearing? Maybe the doctor repaired the doll a bit too much and it came to life? Find out the answers in "The Doll's Ghost" by Francis Crawford. B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere. Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer who lived in the period 1854 - 1909. His literary legacy consists mainly of novels, a big part of which are set in Italy, the place where he spent most of his life. Crawford objected to the realistic fiction that was popular at the time and he preferred writing romantic novels with vivid and colorful depictions. Some of his best known works are the "Don Orsino", "Sant' Ilario" and "Corleone" but he also wrote several short stories, which are often described as classics of the horror genre. Although Francis Crawford lived in Italy, wrote about Italy and stood apart from the American literature, he had a strong connection with his homeland and travelled there often.

Mrs. Pratt mysteriously dies in her sleep after a fight with her husband. He thought that she had tried to poison him. But maybe it was the other way around? After a while Mr. Pratt is found dead as well, with a skull next to his head. Those who believe in ghosts think that Mrs. Pratt finally got her revenge. What do you believe? What happened with Mr. Pratt? If you are courageous enough, find the answer in "The Screaming Skull" by Francis Marion Crawford. B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere. Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer who lived in the period 1854 - 1909. His literary legacy consists mainly of novels, a big part of which are set in Italy, the place where he spent most of his life. Crawford objected to the realistic fiction that was popular at the time and he preferred writing romantic novels with vivid and colorful depictions. Some of his best known works are the "Don Orsino", "Sant' Ilario" and "Corleone" but he also wrote several short stories, which are often described as classics of the horror genre. Although Francis Crawford lived in Italy, wrote about Italy and stood apart from the American literature, he had a strong connection with his homeland and travelled there often.