Book description
In 1812, Elinor Pembroke wakes to find her bedchamber in flames—and extinguishes them with a thought. As an Extraordinary, gifted with powerful magical talent, she is respected and feared, but her father intends to control her and her talent by forcing her to marry where he insists. Trapped between the…
Why read it?
1 author picked Burning Bright as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love Jane Austen, and I also enjoy a swashbuckling sea-faring adventure, and I love it when the heroine is a real lady who cares about manners and ethics and has recognisable struggles. This book ticks all these boxes for me!
Elinor is ignored by her family until the day she develops superpowers as an Extraordinary Scorcher. Before she can be married off to the highest bidder, she presents herself to the Royal Navy to help them take down Napoleon’s ships. This novel has a sweet romance with a truly gentlemanly gentleman.
From Christina's list on gaslamp heroines with tea and adventures.
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