Book description
Based on nursery rhyme themes, this new series illustrates Elizabeth Boyle's flair for high-concept, witty storytelling.
Why read it?
1 author picked And the Miss Ran Away With the Rake as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
It had a fresh plot that captured my attention. I also like the historical element of the time period, the protocols and manners required to navigate society.
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December on 5C4
Magical realism meets the magic of Christmas in this mix of Jewish, New Testament, and Santa stories–all reenacted in an urban psychiatric hospital!
On locked ward 5C4, Josh, a patient with many similarities to Jesus, is hospitalized concurrently with Nick, a patient with many similarities to Santa. The two argue…
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