Monstrous Heart

In the gothic, romantic gaslamp fantasy novel "Arden Beacon," a young woman arrives in a coastal town to keep a lighthouse burning and uncovers a mysterious stranger with a dark past.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2021
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Arden Beacon, a young woman with a unique magical ability, arrives in the salt-swept port of Vigil to fulfill her family's legacy as a lighthouse keeper. However, she soon discovers that the coastline she is responsible for protecting is far from the civilized world she is accustomed to. The townspeople whisper about her neighbor, Jonah Riven, a hunter of leviathans who is rumored to have murdered his wife. As Arden struggles to adapt to her new surroundings, she becomes captivated by Jonah and his mysterious ways.

A plot begins to unfold, involving the lighthouse keeper, the hunter, and the authorities. Arden must navigate through the dark waters and unravel the secrets that lie beneath the surface before they consume her. She must prove herself worthy of her family name and her ancestors' profession, while also confronting the demons of her past.

Arden's journey is filled with danger, romance, and intrigue, as she discovers the true nature of the leviathans and the secrets of the town. She must confront her own fears and doubts and learn to trust in herself and her abilities to save the coastline and protect those she loves.

In the end, Arden emerges as a hero, using her magic and determination to save the town and protect the coastline from the threat of the leviathans. She proves that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope and the power of love to guide us through.

This sensational debut novel is a must-read for fans of gothic, romantic gaslamp fantasy, offering a magical tale of intrigue on dangerous waters and a love story for the ages. Arden Beacon's journey is a testament to the strength of determination, courage, and the power of love to overcome even the most daunting challenges.

Weight: 270g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008337162