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The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker (Strangely Beautiful #1)

by Leanna Renee Hieber (Goodreads Author)

3.47 of 5 stars 3.47 · rating details · 1,644 ratings · 364 reviews

What fortune awaited sweet, timid Percy Parker at Athens Academy? Considering how few of Queen Victoria’s Londoners knew of it, the great Romanesque fortress was dreadfully imposing, and little could Percy guess what lay inside. She had never met the powerful and mysterious Professor Alexi Rychman, knew nothing of the growing shadow, the Ripper and other supernatural terro...more

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Published August 25th 2009 by Leisure Books

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Aug 13, 2009 Katie(babs) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Cross genre books are a hard sell. And unless the author has the skill to pull it off, the book will not find a readership. When it comes to The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker, this could have been a problem. This novel is a Victorian Gothic Paranormal Ghost filled tale with romance that both teens and adults can read. The sensuality is subdued enough to fit the time period of 1888 London, England. Emotions such as the yearnings of love and lust are meant to pushed way down. What...more Cross genre books are a hard sell. And unless the author has the skill to pull it off, the book will not find a readership. When it comes to The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker, this could have been a problem. This novel is a Victorian Gothic Paranormal Ghost filled tale with romance that both teens and adults can read. The sensuality is subdued enough to fit the time period of 1888 London, England. Emotions such as the yearnings of love and lust are meant to pushed way down. What Leanna Renee Hieber has done with her very unique character of Percy Parker is shown that these intense feelings of desire and the sense of belonging cannot be ignored. Percy is a very confused young woman deserving of love. And when she finds this love with the stoic, brooding and equally confused Professor Alexi Rychman, it is a wonderful, beautiful and sweet story.

Percy Parker begins in 1867 with six young teens who have been called to protect London and perhaps the world from evil. A wondrous sight meets them. She is a goddess who brings forth a prophecy and especially connects with Alexi Rychman who will be the leader of this group that will be called the Guards of The Grand Work. These six youngsters, Rebecca, Elijah, Josephine, Michael, Jane and Alexi will be responsible in maintaining balance between this world and the one beyond. They must fight the Darkness from taking over and destroying all that is good. There is a seventh that will join their circle and must be chosen carefully because there will those who claims will be false ones. It is up to Alexi to find out who she is because this woman will be his one true love.

Twenty years after the goddess first appeared to the guard, the six have settled into a routine. Rebecca is the headmistress to the Athens Academy where many bright girls and boys attend. Alexi is a professor there who teaches math. Michael is now a Vicar, Josephine and Elijah carry on a secret affair. Over the past two decades they have fought the Darkness and won, but things are becoming more deadly. The Darkness is building strength and has found a possible way to destroy them. Not only has he created a specter knows as Jack the Ripper that is causing death and terror all over London, but one of his servants knows of a way to invade the guard. She will pretend to be a woman on the run who goes by the name of Lucille Linden, a very attractive and seductive woman who will make Alexi fall in love with her.

Around the time that London is going to hell in a hand basket, “a young woman the likes of which London had never seen” arrives. She is Miss Percy Parker, a bright eighteen year old who was raised in a convent, speaks many different languages and can see and hear ghosts. Percy is used to the strange looks that come her way because she is an albino. And because Percy has always been ostracized, she feels she is a freak of nature. Poor Percy may feel ugly, but her nature is one full of love and kindness. She wants to belong and to be accepted. If she can keep her visions that plague her night and day under control, then perhaps she can have a normal life.

When Percy becomes settled at the school, she does make a few friends. She also must attend math classes. Percy hates math with a passion. Numbers and equations do not make any sense to her. She will be in for quite the surprise because her reaction to one of her professors unlocks her deep passionate urges that have still been untapped. The moment Percy lays her eyes on Professor Rychman, she falls head long into love. Some would say this is a girlish crush because what can a young girl like Percy know about love? But something about Rychman calls out to her. She knows any future with the professor is useless because he is a much older dashing man.

Alexi doesn’t know what to make of Percy. He knows she hides under scarves and glasses because of her looks. He also knows she is horrible at mathematics. Alexi decides to tutor Miss Parker. Percy is on cloud nine even though she is a bit fearful of the Professor because he is demanding, cold and never smiles. As their tutoring sessions commence, Alexi and Percy get to know one another. Alexi wants Percy to accept herself, from her visions to her ability to see ghosts, to embrace how different and unique she is. Alexi doesn’t see Percy as the beast she thinks of herself as. He thinks of her as someone with so much to give to the world.

As Percy and Alexi build on a tentative friendship of sorts, one that goes beyond the simple teacher and student relationship, a storm is brewing. Everything Alexi has believed for close to twenty years is breaking down. All the signs point to Percy as being the seventh guard. But how can Alexi act on his feelings for Percy when there is Lucille who seems to embody everything the goddess told him?

Even though The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Percy Parker is heavy on mystical and supernatural action, the true enjoyment in reading boils down to the character of Percy. Leanna has written a wonderful character that shines from the inside out. Percy’s innocence and need for approval is wonderful to read. Even though Percy wants love, her quest is one we all have experienced at one time or another. Watching Percy moon over Alexi may seem silly, but it is endearing. I never truly understood what swooning was until Percy does it.

And what can I say about Alexi? I think I was as far gone over him as Percy was. My favorite scenes are the ones where Alexi tutors Percy in his office. There is a nice sense of closeness between these two. Alexi is not necessarily a tortured hero, but he is one who has so much responsibility to deal with. He broods wonderfully. Is it wrong of me to say I wanted him to keep brooding? And guess who Alexi reminds me of? If you have seen Richard Armitage play John Thornton in North and South, then you know what I mean. Richard would be perfect to envision as Alexi. I definitely did as I read.

The Strangely Beautiful Case of Miss Percy Parker is a bit lyrical and poetic in its telling. My imagination and senses were very much engaged. If you are in the mood for a book that is very different from your normal read, I recommend you give Percy Parker a go. Leanna Renee Hieber is one welcomed debut author this year who will bring so much to the publishing world for the years to come.(less)

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Dec 28, 2009 Smokinhotbooks K.C. rated it 5 of 5 stars

There aren’t enough words the Internet Thesaurus dictionary can describe for how ‘in-hearts’ I am with The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker. This book was a re-imagined homage to the Victorian romantics such as Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte mixed with the supernatural aspects of Sherlock Holmes. This book brought to life what is so often missing in contemporary romance, the ability to build romantic tension with nothing more than stolen glances and a poet’s heart. I was swept awa...more There aren’t enough words the Internet Thesaurus dictionary can describe for how ‘in-hearts’ I am with The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker. This book was a re-imagined homage to the Victorian romantics such as Jane Austen and Charlotte Bronte mixed with the supernatural aspects of Sherlock Holmes. This book brought to life what is so often missing in contemporary romance, the ability to build romantic tension with nothing more than stolen glances and a poet’s heart. I was swept away, back to the times where a single touch of the hand was more deliciously erotic than any sexual act. I will say, it’s not easy to fulfill the appetite of contemporary readers who are used to the more physical interactions of the characters as a necessary form of romantic fulfillment. I cried, I laughed, and was strangely fulfilled, even though the biggest climax of the book was when they kiss. This brought me back to why I fell in love with romance in the first place.

I think we’ve all felt at some point in our lives a little awkward, needing to be accepted and the painful journey towards finding that acceptance. Miss Percy Parker is a character that is reminiscent of Jane Austen’s Persuasion and Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre. Timid, ghostly-looking, Percy Parker tugs at your heart with her quiet strength and resilience, who’s shyness and tender heart make the reader love her even more. Raised in a convent, Percy is accepted into the Athens School at the late age of 19. Excited and nervous to venture outside of her convent, Percy braves her new adventure with a quiet determination and steadfastness. Despite her ghostly looks, Percy desperately wants to fit in and finds herself thinking that she just can’t help feel that she is destined for something bigger. Something, extraordinary.

Mathematics Professor Alexi Rychman, is part of a prophecy. His life is not his own, he is part of a group of guardians that have been awaiting the 7th installment of their group, one who will save the world from the prophesied evil that was revealed to him as a young man. Alexi has lead an emotionless life, keeping all his feelings to nothing more than a cold politeness, he is on the brink of despair. He is getting older and has lost faith that his goddess will not return to him and reveal their 7th member. This 7th person is destined to be the woman he is fated to fall in love with, he just doesn’t know he’s already met her.

Enter Miss Percy Parker, gifted with languages, a lover of literature and wretched in mathematics and science, she is destined to die a painful, slow death of embarrassment from her regular tutoring sessions from the delicious Professor Rychman. She despises her ineptness and each day falls a bit deeper in love with the Professor.

If you are yearning for something more fulfilling than the what’s currently on your bookshevles, the odd, yet beautiful adventure of Miss Percy Parker is a romance not to be missed.

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Jun 15, 2010 Melissa rated it 5 of 5 stars

This first book in the series had me captured pretty quickly. You can tell that Leanna Hieber has done her homework as the book really does capture the essence of those 18th century romantic novels. In fact the prose was quite poetic. She was also able to fully introduce the paranormal aspects within the book while keeping to the time period. Persephone Parker is true to her name and what happens within the book keeps pretty true to the mythical story. There are a few twists and turns within to...more

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Sep 25, 2010 Leanna Hieber rated it 5 of 5 stars · (Review from the author)

This is the only book of mine I'll ever rate, and while it won't be the best book I ever write, I'll remain particularly partial to it. After a decade-long journey to publication, my debut remains the book of my heart.

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Feb 28, 2010 Tammy rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: young-adult, fantasy, historical-fantasy, wacky-boarding-school

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. There were so many different styles in this book; I kept expecting them to crash and burn. I've seen it called gothic, paranormal, romance, mystery, and a ghost story. The wonderful thing is they jelled.

This book pleased me on so many levels. Six children were chosen to be "possessed" by spirits and become The Guard, a group responsible for policing the spirit activity of Victorian London. They're also given a prophecy concerning a seventh member to come, their goddess come again and the woman t...more

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Apr 21, 2010 Julia rated it 5 of 5 stars

Strangely Beautiful by Leanna Renee Hieber is full of rich writing that will grip onto your imagination and throw you into a story so fast that you will think you're in the late 1800s. I never wanted to put this book down when I was reading, I just wanted more. More ghosts, more Percy, more Alexi! I am so in love with this plot, atmosphere - Talk about being smitten with steampunk.

It all begins with the destiny of six children. The six are now The Guard, a specially formed team with extraordinar...more Strangely Beautiful by Leanna Renee Hieber is full of rich writing that will grip onto your imagination and throw you into a story so fast that you will think you're in the late 1800s. I never wanted to put this book down when I was reading, I just wanted more. More ghosts, more Percy, more Alexi! I am so in love with this plot, atmosphere - Talk about being smitten with steampunk.

It all begins with the destiny of six children. The six are now The Guard, a specially formed team with extraordinary gifts. Fast forward some years and we get to see these six get their hands dirty. They police troublesome spirits and perform exorcisms while looking for their seventh. The seventh is their balance, the one that will help aid them and they will need her aid desperately.

Alexi Rychman, the Guard's leader, has been searching to fulfill the prophecy since the fateful day a goddess gave them their destiny. Though the others don't believe so, he knows the seventh will not only be their balance, but the love of his life. He is looking for signs every where and can't find a definite answer... It gets tricky when the enemy throws out their best weapon, a false prophet. A beautiful woman who shines all signs except for one. Will he pick the wrong girl to fulfill prophecy and watch all that the Guard has accomplished spiral out of control?

Miss Percy Parker, a beautiful, young, ghostly white girl finds herself thrown into the path of the guard. I loved the visuals Leanna gives for Percy- so white that she is sometimes mistaken for a ghost. So insecure of her pale flesh that she ensures that it is always kept hidden. She can see and communicate with ghosts, speaking to them in any language. Not only that, but Alexi is drawn to this enthralling woman that beholds the name of his goddess. Is Percy the distraction the enemy has set at the forefront to destroy the Guards chance to settle the final score? After all, we can't see that final sign... the door to the other side.

This story is so wonderfully told, the details are beautiful. I was enamored with the story... such an enjoyable Victorian romance with action, mystery and a captivating cast of characters. I was on pins and needles with the Guard, I wanted to yell through the pages, 'You're making the wrong decision! NO!' I love when I get into books like that. I have done the book an injustice with my review, I highly suggest everyone that is into romance or steampunk pick up this book! And while you're at it... go head and get the second one too. The second in the series comes out next week- April 27th! Yay!(less)

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Aug 26, 2009 BOOK BUTTERFLY rated it 3 of 5 stars

The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker was an exquisite start to what surely will be an engaging series. Leanna Renee Hieber has created an enticing novel by blending together a combination of historical characters, potent paranormal elements and a sweet, satisfying romance. Add a dash of mythology to the mix and you’re ready to serve up a captivating gothic fantasy that should appeal to both adult readers and a mature teen audience.

The six members of The Guard (Alexi, Josephine, Jan...more The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker was an exquisite start to what surely will be an engaging series. Leanna Renee Hieber has created an enticing novel by blending together a combination of historical characters, potent paranormal elements and a sweet, satisfying romance. Add a dash of mythology to the mix and you’re ready to serve up a captivating gothic fantasy that should appeal to both adult readers and a mature teen audience.

The six members of The Guard (Alexi, Josephine, Jane, Rebecca, Michael, Elijah) were all summoned as teens by an otherworldy spirit. Their talents were indispensable in exterminating unruly ghosts and ridding the world of the forces of Hell. When Percy Parker came along, they were in desperate need of finding their Seventh, as was foretold by the Prophecy. Battling evil within the city was taking a great toll on The Guard, especially with The Ripper at bay. But could shy, meek Percy really be the one destined to fufill the Prophecy?

As the leader of The Guard, Alexi Rychman was quite caustic and imposing, but I was intrigued by the confidence and leadership qualities he asserted within this novel. I could understand why Percy would be attracted to him. At times, however, Percy seemed so meek to me that I did feel somewhat frustrated with her, and often wondered what exactly Alexi saw in her. With that being said, I must point out that Percy's loneliness was so palpable, that I could still sympathize with her charcter. It would've been so difficult for a young woman such as herself trying to navigate throughout Victorian London. When you add in the fact that she saw ghosts and had to constantly worry about being labeled as "mad", it was no wonder she had such shaky self esteem.

Leanna Renee Hieber has said this novel was nine years in the making, and all her efforts researching and perfecting the book become real apparent upon examining the quality of her writing. The old fashioned formality of the language contrasted perfectly against the gothic atmosphere of Victorian London. I really felt like I was being lured into the novel to wander around Athens Academy with Percy and Alexi, witness to the strange paranormal happenings and the slow, sweet awakening of their budding romance.

It was not surprising to learn that Hieber comes from a theatre background either, something which in my opinion, really assisted her in being able to bring this novel to life so vividly. I kept picturing the scenes as if they were being staged in a play-- dark, spooky creatures battling against the Guard on cobblestone streets with Percy at the epicenter- a pale light shining through the darkness. Unrequited love and differentiating interpretations of the Prophecy added some great tension to the novel as well, and kept my heart pounding. I will definitely be anxious to read the second installment in this series.
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Aug 14, 2009 Anna rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: reviews, historical-pnr

The Guard protects the mortals of London from the supernatural. A prophecy states that a seventh will join them in their battle and that she will bring balance.

I really enjoyed Miss Percy Parker. She is a lovable and endearing character, very unique. I found it easy to relate to her. Percy looks different from all her peers, which makes her shy and not very confident. Most of the time she tries to hide herself, that is until she encounters Professor Rychman.

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Jul 05, 2012 Baywin rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: age-gap, fantasy, historical

A truly bizarre beginning to a fantasy-historical series suited for ya and adults. Eighteen-year-old Percy Parker is a newly arrived pupil at the Athens educational institution, having recently been discharged from a Catholic convent upbringing as an orphan baby girl. In this particular world, science is the worshiped religion and discovery has just progressed past alchemy. A group of six now-adults, infused with reincarnated spirits, are responsible for safe-guarding mere human mortals from wan...more

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Jun 08, 2012 Melissa rated it 4 of 5 stars

While I initially had some difficulty getting into this story, by the time I was a couple of chapters into it, I could not put the book down. Well, unfortunately, I did HAVE to, but I didn't WANT to. The title is so very appropriate, as well--this truly was a "strangely beautiful tale." There is no better way to describe it!

To begin, Hieber's writing is really quite lovely--she has a way with words that is enjoyable to read. There were frequently dialogues of subtle wit that I appreciated, and a...more

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May 27, 2012 Dana rated it 3 of 5 stars

As a huge fan of greek mythology, I was super excited to read this book. The fact that it was set in the victorian era- I was ecstatic.
With the first of the Strangely Beautiful series, theres a whole bunch of tortured soul/angst going on. But, it was still hella interesting. First, you have ghosts of the "i'm-stuck-here" variety. (and some of the havoc causing, but not as much). Then you have the guards. Some who take their sworn oaths way to seriously, and some that give themselves a bit more...more

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Jan 07, 2012 Rea rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: paranormal, historical

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First of all, let’s get the bad out of the way. The language use was often clunky with terms and expressions that really didn’t fit the era. As for the foreign language use, I couldn’t believe how bad it was considering this book was published by traditional means: close to every single sentence in French (that went beyond one word) had either grammar or spelling mistakes – or both. I did write them all down but then I lost the piece of paper it was on. In German, i...more Full review can be found here.

First of all, let’s get the bad out of the way. The language use was often clunky with terms and expressions that really didn’t fit the era. As for the foreign language use, I couldn’t believe how bad it was considering this book was published by traditional means: close to every single sentence in French (that went beyond one word) had either grammar or spelling mistakes – or both. I did write them all down but then I lost the piece of paper it was on. In German, it’s not “heisse”, it’s “heiße”. It’s really not that hard to find the eszet in the character map, but ß is always used after the diphthong “ei”, and not double ‘s’. (I know some people say that’s it’s pretty much the same thing, but all of the Germans that I know, and living next door to Germany I know a fair few, are adamant that the eszet should be used.) The Russian I can’t comment on.

It can’t be that hard to get native speakers of these languages to quickly proof read the little excerpts written in them, especially not in the USA where so many people speak multiple languages fluently.

The other bad thing came at the end of the story when Percy did a complete 180 character turn and became a snivelling, useless lump of lard when she gets rejected. She’d been such a strong female character up until that point. Why change her into a woman dependant on the affections of a man at this point? She morphs into this ridiculous character that I no longer wanted to read about.

Now the good. The author takes a Greek tale – that of the goddess Persephone being tricked by Hades into leaving her winged lover and becoming his wife in his domain – and adapts it to Victorian England life. I have to admit, at first I had absolutely no idea what was going on in the prologue. It became clear soon enough, though, with the legend coming out in bits and pieces throughout the plot. Somebody more familiar with Greek mythology than I may have been able to spot what it was all leading to sooner than I did.

The reader is aware that Percy is Alexi’s eternal lover, whom we meet in her goddess form in the prologue, but neither of the characters is aware of this. It was actually rather sweet watching them interact with each other as Percy tries to stamp out her attraction to this much older man, and Alexi tries to figure out just what it is about Percy Parker that draws him to her. They had some very interesting scenes together during his private tutoring of her and I liked how their relationship grew. Well, until it destroyed everything Percy was and had stood for, as mentioned above.

I liked the other members of Alexi’s group as well. They were all interesting characters and I hope to see more of the romance Michael feels for Rebecca now that Rebecca has to face the fact that, despite her feelings, Alexi will never be hers. It was also fun, in an infuriating way, to watch them all being blind-sided by the woman the reader knows to be Hades’s envoy while rejecting Percy because she’s “too young” and so couldn’t possibly be their equal.

One thing that I wasn’t so sure about was that Jack the Ripper was actually a Cerberus sent by Hades to bring his wife back to him. It was an interesting take on the events, but I didn’t really buy it. Over the years, I’ve seen better interpretations of just what Jack the Ripper was (with him not being a normal human being) and this own seemed a little too far-fetched to me. Nevertheless, the Cerberus was still a formidable foe!

Oh, and from the way he’s described, I imagined Alexi as Alan Rickman!
(That’s ok, ‘cuz Alan Rickman’s pretty darn good looking!)

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Oct 03, 2011 Karen's Books Beside My Bed rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: gothic, paranormal

Every once in a while I need a good romance book that I can giggle with and just have a fun time. The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker fits the bill and adds an element of fantasy and Greek myth that made it better than your average Victorian romance.

Percy is an orphan and has grown up in a convent but has embarked on an adventurous term at the Athens Academy. Her ear for languages is highly valued but her albino status makes her uncomfortable around her fellow students. She is more...more

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Sep 30, 2011 Linda rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-fantasy, greek-mythology-introduced, dark-paranormal, series, victorian-times, some-slow-reading

This book starts with an important prologue that is necessary to read so you can understand what happens later on. It is 1867 and six youths are bestowed with special gifts that can destroy evil. When they meet, the kids find out that they come from all over London and have different backgrounds. Important as individuals they are complete as a group (The Guard); each needs the other.

Fast forward to 1888 and the children are now grown and a force to be reckoned with. Warned that they will be tric...more This book starts with an important prologue that is necessary to read so you can understand what happens later on. It is 1867 and six youths are bestowed with special gifts that can destroy evil. When they meet, the kids find out that they come from all over London and have different backgrounds. Important as individuals they are complete as a group (The Guard); each needs the other.

Fast forward to 1888 and the children are now grown and a force to be reckoned with. Warned that they will be tricked and have to second guess situations that come in to play, they see ghosts: both good spirits and bad. And there is something bad out there....really bad....evil with a capitol E who has helpers.

And so the story continues with clues of a romantic adventure and an introduction to a mystery with a continuing mythical undertone. Ms. Hilber wants to share secrets with you, the reader. Like mysterious passages and hidden compartments, this narrative is finely crafted and multilayered. If you are like me you'll have to go back several times while reading their story to verify a clue about what happens in the future. The big question is, "When will Prophecy come?".

A wealth of folktales including murders (who IS Jack the Ripper?) provide a strong connection between The Guard and Miss Percy Parker. An orphan, she was raised by nuns. Hints of albinism, Percy is unusual looking. She has learned to avoid humans to keep from being taunted. Now, 18 years old, she is sent to Athens Academy to continue her education. Events unfold at a leisurely pace at this old English estate-turned-school where Percy meets Professor Alexi Rychman, the leader of The Guard.

This is a fantasy that some may find slow-reading but don't be daunted. Remember, it is Victorian times. Dark and gloomy at moments the novel has some cloak-and-dagger characters, veiled messages and morals to fight for. THE DARKLY LUMINOUS FIGHT FOR PERSEPHONE PARKER is the second book in this series. THE PERILOUS PROPHECY OF GUARD AND GODDESS is a prequel but, as I understand from others, it is best to start with this first story.

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Aug 04, 2011 Amanda rated it 4 of 5 stars

Victorian Gothic fantasy comes to life in Leanna Renee Hieber's debut novel The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker. As the title implies, the story is both strange and yet, beautiful, but also quirky, witty and downright fun. Fans of well-written, witty novels and paranormal/gothic romance will fall in love with Hieber's unique heroine.

Miss Percy (or, as we learn later, Persephone) Parker is an albino orphan with a gift for languages and, oddly enough for the period, a highly intellig...more

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May 17, 2011 Jindra rated it 1 of 5 stars

Shelves: throw-at-the-wall

Twilight for adults? I felt I'd scream if a had to read about the hero's good looks and rich voice one more time. And perhaps Ms Hieber should employ an editor or proof-reader to help her get her "thee"s and "thou"s right and find a balance between quaintly historic, badly done Irish brogue, and too modern for the timeline diction. And to keep her from calling a group of people "beloveds". GAAAAH! English is not my first language, but even I could see how bad the English was. And every time a Ge...more

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Feb 21, 2011 Carissa rated it 3 of 5 stars

I love the title of this book. I wish I could say the same thing for the book itself. I really enjoyed the premise and the storyline. It felt unique and original. I was glued to the story for the entire time that I read it. I didn't love the characters but I didn't dislike them either. My main annoyance was the romantic element. It was just too over-the-top for me. It went into the bounds of melodrama. I'm sure that if I read some of the lines out loud to my husband that we would have been laugh...more

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Feb 01, 2011 Tracy rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: paranormal-gothic-romance

I'm not a fan of historical romances (I used to be, but they fell out of my favor years ago). In fact, I almost exclusively read urban fantasy and paranormal romance - and Gothic romance? Never. But something about this book, whether it was the introduction to the paranormal Gothic romance or the title or whatever, caught my eye.

I am so glad it did.

I couldn't put it down. I just couldn't tear my eyes away from the story, and I can't remember the last time I read a book in which the romance betwe...more I'm not a fan of historical romances (I used to be, but they fell out of my favor years ago). In fact, I almost exclusively read urban fantasy and paranormal romance - and Gothic romance? Never. But something about this book, whether it was the introduction to the paranormal Gothic romance or the title or whatever, caught my eye.

I am so glad it did.

I couldn't put it down. I just couldn't tear my eyes away from the story, and I can't remember the last time I read a book in which the romance between the leads, Percy and Alexi, provided me such a roller coaster ride of emotions. Hope and frustration, love and bitter disappointment, disbelief and disdain, agony and pleasure, all encompassed the ride that was the coming together of the sheltered Miss Percy and her forbidding and commanding Professor. And around this sweet, sweet romance is the ingenious and original story of six people chosen to fight the darkness and maintain the balance between the living and the dead, releasing the souls of the wicked from their taunting and capture of the souls of light. Six people with their own hopes, dreams, fears, and passions who work together despite class and circumstance, chosen and filled with the gifts of once immortals. And the mix of historical England and Greek mythology - which could have been so discordant - was seamless and flawlessly executed.

I loved it - even when the story was frustrating me to no end, for the blind faith in the faithless and the rigid code of propriety so far beyond the ken of a progressive, modern woman. I loved it even when I wanted to stomp on the delicates of the professor himself for his cutting words. I loved it even when I yearned to see a more steely, worldly spine supporting the all too self-effacing Percy. I loved it for its depth of character and sweeping romance, for the taut wending of a notorious killer into a mythos of evil and potential world-ending damnation. I loved it for the glimmer of brilliance in the conception of secondary and ancillary characters whose lines may have been brief, but whose presence were intrinsically valuable. This was a book that I shouldn't have been able to stomach, and yet, in large part due to the expansive, intelligent writing and sheer commitment of the author, I found myself captivated by this exceedingly strange and hauntingly beautiful tale.

I'm looking forward to the sequel, The Darkly Luminous Fight for Persephone Parker (Strangely Beautiful, #2). In it I hope to see a further strengthening of one Percy Parker, and further hope to see more story development for the five friends of Alexi that make up the rest of his coterie.

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Jan 21, 2011 Jess Haines rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: paranormal-romance, gothic-fantasy

Leanna Renee Hieber has created a fantastic and spellbinding adventure in THE STRANGELY BEAUTIFUL TALE MISS PERCY PARKER. Her writing is positively captivating. She creates a lovely and believable glimpse into a genteel Victorian-era London plagued by ghosts.

The foggy streets of London are lit by gas lamps and the hope of the The Guard to find the missing piece of their group, Prophecy. Ghosts have always haunted the living, but in this world, they can be deadly. It is the responsibility of The...more Leanna Renee Hieber has created a fantastic and spellbinding adventure in THE STRANGELY BEAUTIFUL TALE MISS PERCY PARKER. Her writing is positively captivating. She creates a lovely and believable glimpse into a genteel Victorian-era London plagued by ghosts.

The foggy streets of London are lit by gas lamps and the hope of the The Guard to find the missing piece of their group, Prophecy. Ghosts have always haunted the living, but in this world, they can be deadly. It is the responsibility of The Guard to turn these ghosts away, and make the city safe for those who cannot see the dangers of the specters.

When they were children, it was prophesized that another would join The Guard later, and she would be the one to complete their circle of power. Professor Alexi Rychman, the leader of The Guard, feels he will know who it is somehow, some way, but also knows that there will be traps and pitfalls along the way. When two extraordinary women—Miss Persephone Parker and Miss Lucille Linden—both become potential candidates for the part of Prophecy, The Guard must discover which of these ladies is truly the missing piece of their group, or risk the end of the world as we know it.

This is a truly lovely paranormal romance. Percy Parker bears resemblance to a ghost in that her skin is ashen pale, her hair snow white, and her eyes a strangely luminous blue. During this era, it was not uncommon for an outsider to be abhorred for looking or acting differently than society expected, and that is made quite clear in how Percy constantly covers herself up. Alexi is the first person who has ever demanded that she not cover up before him—and she adores him for that (amongst other things). Their growing admiration of and desire for each other is a joy to watch unfold.

This book is not about Boobs and Explosions™ so don’t go into it expecting it to be full of that type of action. Instead what you see are subtle power struggles, unrequited love, and a delicate, magical touch at world building that will leave you dreaming of a chance at finding your own Alexi someday. To be sure, there is drama and intrigue, magic and action, but it is not done with the flamboyantly heavy hand of most paranormal novels.

Overall, this book was beautifully done, and I’m very much looking forward to reading the next in the series!(less)

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Oct 28, 2010 Eva rated it 5 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. It starts with the drawing together of six teenagers in Victorian London. They take part in a mysterious, mythical ceremony which they do not fully understand and gain magical powers that will enable them to battle threats from the spirit world. They are also given vague hints about a 7th who will join them later at an unspecified time.

Then we are transported 20 years later to a time when the six are mature adults, showing stress from their constant devotion to battles with the spirit world, and...more

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Sep 02, 2010 Allison rated it 3 of 5 stars

I'm not a big fan of romances, the only reason I picked this one up was because it had an intriguing title and it was on sale for a dollar. The premise is interesting enough, but there are details and explanations that are left out that would have made the novel a better read. The climax is also a little underwhelming. I think this story may have been more enjoyable to me if it was told from the Guard's point of few and not Percy's and Alexi's. If the book were written like that, it would have a...more

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Aug 19, 2010 Karen Tsen rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: romance

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Aug 03, 2010 Susie rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: x-hours-of-my-life-wasted-on-this-p

I desperately wanted to like this book because I am all out of series to read. I read a glowing review and double checked goodreads before I purchased this ebook. I should know that anytime a book has a rating lower than the 3.9ish range, I should never read it. The writing was not terrible, but I just did not click with any of the characters. They lacked depth and were at times extremely irritating. Normally I have soft spots for meek heroines who have inner strength, but Percy made me want to...more

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Jul 01, 2010 MarsianMan rated it 3 of 5 stars

Interesting novel. A group of six children are gifted with power to protect the world from spirits and given a prophecy that eventually a seventh will join them. Nearly twenty later, they are still searching for their seventh member and protecting London from behind the shadows. Miss Percy Parker is a young women who joins a co-ed academy. She has been cursed with looks that make her look so ghostly that everyone fears or hates her. Until Professor Alexi Rychman.

Although the words on the back a...more

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Jun 20, 2010 Lea rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: adults

The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker begins with six children being called to their destiny as protectors of the world from spirits and demons. They are given a Prophecy, that a seventh will join them, a female peer who will be especially important to their leader, Alexi.

More than twenty years later, the now-grownup children are still waiting.

Miss Percy Parker has been raised in a convent, but has been sent to the Athens Academy to further her education, as it is one of the few inst...more

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May 15, 2010 Kirsten rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: fiction, from-library, spec-fic

I can't remember where I heard about this book; probably from one of the Powell's emails or something. I put it on hold at the library and promptly forgot about it until it arrived a month later. I don't think I realized when I requested it that it was very much a paranormal romance, a genre of which I am automatically suspicious. (I like the paranormal parts, but I'm not really a romance reader, so when things get too romance-y I get bored)

The paranormal parts are interesting, and Hieber evokes...more

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Mar 31, 2010 Lillie Roberts rated it 5 of 5 stars

Six were called to soothe the spirits, six were called to protect the humans, and to them will come a seventh, the Balance. The Healer, The Intuition, The Artist, The Heart, The Memory, The Power...... all await the Balance yet to come......

Alexi Rychman has been looking for the fulfillment of the Prophecy for two long decades, and as yet, his Goddess has not returned. There is to be signs of her arrival, and London is thick with them, but not the most important of all....The portal to the other...more Six were called to soothe the spirits, six were called to protect the humans, and to them will come a seventh, the Balance. The Healer, The Intuition, The Artist, The Heart, The Memory, The Power...... all await the Balance yet to come......

Alexi Rychman has been looking for the fulfillment of the Prophecy for two long decades, and as yet, his Goddess has not returned. There is to be signs of her arrival, and London is thick with them, but not the most important of all....The portal to the other side, the doorway has yet to appear.

Rebecca Thompson, Headmistress of the Athens Academy has long sought the attention of Alexi, dear friend and confidante. But to no avail, he only has eyes for his reluctant mistress, their missing Goddess. The Grand Work has become a replacement for love and desire. Her heart is squirreled away, begging for release. All the Guard, all six have dedicated their lives to the Grand Work, but when is enough enough?

Miss Percy Parker, the ghostly visage of a young woman, sometimes mistaken for the spirits that dance on the Earth arrives at Athens from the Reverend Mother's care, hoping to find a place to belong. Before long, Alexi finds himself drawn to this ghost girl, Persephone, holding the name of his long ago Goddess. But can this wisp of a girl, a see through visage of a woman, be his Goddess returned?

The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker is a mythical journey of the lightness of being, a Gothic Victorian romance wonderfully told with beautiful words and detail, the voicing excellent. I fell in love with the storytelling and the characters, each for their own reason. The story starts with the calling of the guard. Six young people are possessed as the Guard, to learn the truth, wait for a sign, prevent the unthinkable; Hades' reign on Earth. Without the six, the seventh would be lost or the foretold story claims. The seventh is the fulfillment of the Prophecy on Earth. The seventh is the return of the Goddess stolen by Hades, her Phoenix lover burned to dust and the Muses scattered. Alexi, our masterful hero, must find the missing Goddess, but he has so little to go on, mysterious missives. The one thing he does know is that with the finding of the Goddess, his true love will be returned to him. Percy Parker, our wistful heroine, is like the Earthbound ghosts that seek her guidance and counsel. She has always been different, but it's always been the ghostly shade of her skin and eyes that have held her apart, making her different. The one thing that neither Alexi or Percy knows is that others roam the Earth release from the bowels of Hades in search of the missing Goddess, and her ultimate destruction, and with her, the Balance that holds the Earth, Good versus Evil for domination.

Strangely Beautiful is a strangely wonderful retelling of the Greek mythology of old. The Goddess Persephone and her lover, The Phoenix, torn apart and put asunder by the wrath of Hades, God of the Underworld along with the evilness of the Gorgon, the serpent headed she-demon sent by her Master to destroy the Balance, and effectively, the Goddess. Strangely Beautiful retells the story with new twists and turns capturing the wonderment, the emotions, and dread of the unknown. More than once I cried for poor Percy and more than once I wanted to shake the Guard, especially Rebecca who was blinded by what she wanted to see and have instead of what was before her eyes. But it was such a long hard journey to take for all of the Guard, that I had to forgive her, and the other Guards, too long searching for what could not be found. Strangely Beautiful pulls at the emotions of the reader, struck deep to their core. I was left wanting more, needing to see the further journey. I highly recommend this book to lovers of romance, paranormal, urban fantasy, those who love mythology and fantasy. Strangely Beautiful is another book that has gained a spot on my keeper shelf to be re-read again and again. As soon as I finished the story, I was immediately drawn back to read it once more through, yes, the story was that good. The best description is a bewitching story in an alluring rendition. With each reading, something new will be found and that's what makes it special. If you haven't begun to follow Persephone's journey, now is the time to let your adventure begin. Book Two, The Darkly Luminous Fight For Persephone Parker will be released April 27, 2010. Watch for it, as well as the next two books in the series yet to come.(less)

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Feb 09, 2010 Lolly's rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: historical-fantasy, paranormal-romance, part-of-a-series

I'm not exactly sure what star rating to give to this book; three stars seems at once too generous and not generous enough. Perhaps it would help to simplify and break my review down into what I like and what I don't like about the book.
What I Like: The gothic spin on a traditional Victorian London setting. The dark, gloomy and terrifying atmosphere of classic gothic storytelling fits perfectly with this book, whose story takes place in the year 1888, the year of Jack the Ripper. I also liked th...more I'm not exactly sure what star rating to give to this book; three stars seems at once too generous and not generous enough. Perhaps it would help to simplify and break my review down into what I like and what I don't like about the book.
What I Like: The gothic spin on a traditional Victorian London setting. The dark, gloomy and terrifying atmosphere of classic gothic storytelling fits perfectly with this book, whose story takes place in the year 1888, the year of Jack the Ripper. I also liked the interpretation of the ancient tale of Persephone and her abduction by Hades, which forms the backbone of the book's storyline.
What I Don't Like: The author's repeated use of 'regal' and 'noble' to describe the appearance of Professor Alexi Rychman. 'Regal brow', 'noble face', 'regal this', 'noble that', ad infinitum, ad nauseum. Enough already, we get it, he's a handsome dude! I know Ms. Hieber is emulating the traditional gothic guidelines in describing her hero, but one or two 'nobles' or 'regals', combined with the futher descriptions of the character swooping, stalking, pacing and prowling, is quite enough for us to understand he is the hero, in all his brooding, mysterious, tormented, waiting-to-be-saved-by-his-one-true-love glory. Ease up on the descriptors and move on! I also quite dislike the book's subject, Miss Percy Parker herself. She has been raised in a convent, where modesty and self-effacement is all that, but her mewling, whining, whimpering, cowering, cringing, apologetic, servile attitude is so far beyond modesty, it creeps into the sado-masochistic realm ("please, hurt me, for I deserve no better"). Yeesh! Annoyance is not a strong enough word to describe the feeling her behavior engenders in me. We, as readers, are given to understand that the lack of self-confidence in Percy comes from her unique appearance when instead she is merely falling prey to the tired cliche of a Beautiful Heroine Unaware of Her Beauty. Her continual assumption that her snow-white hair, milk-pale skin, and near-colorless eyes brings nothing but revulsion to people grates on the nerves and, frankly, made me want to smack her. I know the Victorian era was several decades before the "Let Your Freak Flag Fly" movement was popular, but, still... Woman up and grow a backbone already! When she finally does grow a backbone, it comes so late in the tale and it's such a half-hearted attempt at confidence that it doesn't seem worth the effort. Lastly, the density of the other characters as regards to Percy and her role in the story was so frustrating, I came close to throwing the book at the wall. Despite many clues, one of which the equivalent of a ginormous neon sign, as to Percy's importance, the characters' heads remained firmly up their arses. Ostensibly, this was to create a dramatic denouement at the finale of the book, but their behavior was so unbelievable that instead of a gasp of surprise and empathy at the reveal, I blurted out "Well, duh! That's what happens when you have your heads up your butts." It was a ham-handed approach to creating dramatic tension.
However, despite all these failings, I felt a strange (strangely beautiful?) compulsion to keep turning the page. It was the kind one feels when watching a train wreck, the horrified fascination which comes when one knows something will end badly but has to watch anyway.(less)

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Jan 13, 2010 Rebekah rated it 3 of 5 stars

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. the book begins about 20 years before the bulk of the story takes place. Six teens are called to guard the world from even demons (for lack of a better word) who want to break out of their prison and spill into the streets of London. There is a prophesy about one adding to their number. So for twenty years they are waiting and waiting and waiting for this prophesied person to come help them, especially their leader, Alexi.

I did enjoy the book. It was intriguing and I kept reading. But...

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Nov 20, 2009 Mishel Zabala rated it 5 of 5 stars

Leanna has created a rich and unique world filled with interesting and new characters going through things I haven't quite seen before. As the story opens we meet six children that have all been chosen to fulfill a destiny that none of them ever asked for. They are specifically chosen to be a part of The Guard - a team gifted with special powers. Their job is to police the unruly spirits that are constantly around the streets of London. However, they are told to be on the lookout for a seventh m...more Leanna has created a rich and unique world filled with interesting and new characters going through things I haven't quite seen before. As the story opens we meet six children that have all been chosen to fulfill a destiny that none of them ever asked for. They are specifically chosen to be a part of The Guard - a team gifted with special powers. Their job is to police the unruly spirits that are constantly around the streets of London. However, they are told to be on the lookout for a seventh member that they will eventually need desperately.

Almost twenty years later, the six children are all grown with "day jobs" of their own. Rebecca is now headmistress of Athens Academy. A massive school that is beautiful and grand. Athens takes inspiration from Greek mythology and prides itself on running smoothly with set rules in place. The leader of the Guard, Alexi, is a professor of Alchemy and Mathematics at Athens. He is somewhat cold and distant but not unapproachable. He has been on the lookout for the Prophecy of the Guard's seventh member since he was a child. Waiting so long has seemed to freeze his heart and has trained him to be professional and aloof from personal things. The Guard fully trusts Alexi with their lives and the continuation of the team.

Michael, Josephine, Elijah, and Jane make up the rest of the Guard. Leanna does a great job integrating these characters into the story but there is still so much to be spoken of them. I hope to discover more about them and their lives as the series progresses.

And now, on to the main character: Miss Percy Parker. She is seriously a breath of fresh air. To put it simply, Percy is an albino...but the way she is described is truly unique. It took me a while to figure out that she was in fact albino because to me she just sounded ethereal, with her pale skin, light eyes, and snow white hair. However, the rest of the world looks at Percy very cautiously. Most think her a ghost and avoid her. She has definitely lived a very lonely and sheltered life at a strictly religious convent.

But she has recently transferred to Athens Academy with her uncanny gift with languages. She also has another gift - a secret really, that she has fiercely guarded ever since someone at the convent found out. She can see and communicate with ghosts. She doesn't know just how special her communication gift is. Because the Guard can of course see ghosts, how else would they be able to protect the people of London without seeing their foe? However, not one of them can hear or communicate any ghost. So Percy is unique all around.

Her personality is timid at best. Despite her gift with languages and communication she struggles with mathematics. Professor Alexi has signed on to tutor her in hopes she can somehow grasp the subject. But how in the world can Percy concentrate on anything when she is literally swooning in Alexi's presence? She's never really had living friends, let alone a boyfriend. These new feelings are strange and deliciously different, but as London is plagued by brutal murders by the Ripper, her feelings seem unimportant.

I'm leaving a lot out, sorry about that. But there is just so much going on in this story. You really must discover the details on your own. There's plenty of action, suspense, thrills & chills, and romance weaved into Leanna's writing. I think everyone can find something they'll like in Percy's story. And don't be discouraged by the mouthful of a title, it grew on me quickly as I found myself agreeing with Leanna's choice of words...this tale is indeed strangely beautiful. I'm so excited to see what Leanna has in store for us in the next book. The series has so much potential to be something amazing that it's bursting from the seams!(less)

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Author, actress and playwright, Leanna grew up in rural Ohio, graduated with a BFA in Theatre, a focus in the Victorian Era and a scholarship to study in London. She adapted 19th Century literature for the stage and her one-act plays have been produced around the country. She is a 4 time Prism Award winner for excellence in Futuristic, Fantasy, or Paranormal Romance. Her debut novel, The Strangely...more Author, actress and playwright, Leanna grew up in rural Ohio, graduated with a BFA in Theatre, a focus in the Victorian Era and a scholarship to study in London. She adapted 19th Century literature for the stage and her one-act plays have been produced around the country. She is a 4 time Prism Award winner for excellence in Futuristic, Fantasy, or Paranormal Romance. Her debut novel, The Strangely Beautiful Tale of Miss Percy Parker, first in the "Strangely Beautiful" saga of Gothic Victorian Fantasy novels (Barnes & Noble Bestseller) won two 2010 Prism Awards (Best Fantasy, Best First Book) and is currently in development as a musical theatre production. DARKER STILL: A Novel of Magic Most Foul, begins a Gothic paranormal saga set in 1880 New York City, named an INDIE NEXT title; a recommended buy by the American Book Association, a Scholastic book fairs "Highly Recommended" title and is a finalist in the 2012 Daphne du Maurier awards for excellence in Mystery/Romantic Suspense. The sequel, THE TWISTED TRAGEDY OF MISS NATALIE STEWART released to acclaim and in the manner of the Victorians she writes about she is serializing the finale, THE DOUBLE LIFE OF INCORPORATE THINGS, on her blog. Her next Gaslamp Fantasy saga for Tor/Macmillan, THE ETERNA FILES, releases in 2014. A character from THE ETERNA FILES is featured in her short story included in QUEEN VICTORIA'S BOOK OF SPELLS (Tor, 3/13) and all her Victorian-set series feature crossover characters.

Leanna is a proud member of member of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Romance Writers of America, and the International Thriller Writers. She is a proud co-founder of Lady Jane's Salon Reading Series in New York City. A member of Actors Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA, Leanna works often in television and film. She is playing the role of Deputy Kellion in Auror's Tale web-series. When not writing or on set, she loves a good Goth club, adventuring about her adopted hometown of New York City, where she resides with her real-life hero and their beloved rescued lab rabbit.(less)

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“One spirit remained unaware of his presence, staring at Miss Parker with such longing that he reluctantly decided to let it stay. The spirit, a hollow-eyed girl with ringlets and clothing from long past, reached toward Percy, wishing to touch her. Alexi understood. When left to her own devices, Miss Parker was neither shy nor awkward; she was radiant.” — 4 people liked it

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