The City of Bath & the Ladies of Carson Street – By Rachel Brimble
The Ladies of Carson Street Trilogy
I’m excited to share that my latest book, “A Very Modern Marriage,” which is my 28th novel, is also the third and final part of my Victorian trilogy, the Ladies of Carson Street.
BATH, ENGLAND
All of my historical romances are set in the charming city of Bath, England, just a short 30-minute drive from my home. While Bath is often linked with the Georgian era due to its architectural boom, it has been a significant city since Roman times and through the Edwardian era. Bath was seen as a symbol of luxury and high society, but did it have a hidden, seedier side like London and other major cities?
WRITING THE LADIES OF CARSON STREET
That question intrigued me when I started writing the Ladies of Carson Street. I decided to take a bold approach by having my heroines live and work as prostitutes, which is quite unusual for traditional romance novels. I was worried about how this would be received by my readers, but to my relief, they embraced it!
REVIEWS AND FEEDBACK
The feedback for the first two books, “A Widow’s Vow” and “Trouble For The Leading Lady,” and hopefully the third, “A Very Modern Marriage,” has affirmed my decision. For me, fiction, especially romance, is about the emotional journey of the characters, and I promise there’s plenty of emotion in this trilogy.
THE HEROINES
The main characters, Louisa, Nancy, and Octavia, come from diverse backgrounds but have all faced hardships that forced them into a darker side of Victorian Britain. These women are resilient and brave, and I find them inspiring. They symbolize female empowerment, hope, and perseverance. My goal as a romance author was to lead readers through their journey to well-deserved happy endings.
FAMOUS LANDMARKS IN BATH
Bath is home to many famous landmarks like Pulteney Bridge, Royal Crescent, The Circus, the Pump Room, and the Abbey. It’s a delight and a privilege to include these spots in my stories. I always encourage people to visit Bath and was thrilled to show my author friend, Teri Wilson, around the city.
WHY YOU SHOULD READ THE LADIES OF CARSON STREET
Although the Ladies of Carson Street trilogy is grittier and darker than the typical historical romance, it’s also brimming with heart and hope. It’s about overcoming adversity and believing that life goes on. If you enjoy British period dramas full of suspense, intrigue, and romance, give this series a try. I’d love to hear your thoughts!
THE LADIES OF CARSON STREET TRILOGY:
Book 1 – A Widow’s Vow
Book 2 – Trouble For The Leading Lady
Book 3 – A Very Modern Marriage (Releases February 3rd, 2022)
Content Warning: The Ladies of Carson Street saga contains a few explicit scenes.
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS OF A WIDOW’S VOW
From grieving widow to a new life as a madam. In 1851, after her husband’s death, Louisa Hill is left with nothing but a key to a Bath property and looming debts. Forced back into prostitution, but now on her terms, Louisa sets up a brothel and is determined to protect other girls from her past horrors. With the help of boxer Jacob Jackson, Louisa embarks on a challenging new life. “A Widow’s Vow” is the gripping start to this new Victorian saga by Rachel Brimble.
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS OF TROUBLE FOR THE LEADING LADY
In Bath, 1852, Nancy Bloom’s dream of a career in theatre led to her ruin. Now, theatre manager Francis Carlyle needs a new star and finds Nancy in a pub. Though she vowed never to trust a man again, Francis is determined to make her a star. Can they navigate their ambitions without losing their hearts? “Trouble for the Leading Lady” is the second thrilling instalment in Rachel Brimble’s Victorian saga.
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS OF A VERY MODERN MARRIAGE
He needs a wife to become respectable; she has a plan to invest in his mills and become a proper businesswoman. In “A Very Modern Marriage,” William Rose and Octavia Marshall strike a deal, but neither anticipates the challenges their past lives will bring. This third book in Rachel Brimble’s Victorian saga explores a modern marriage full of unexpected twists.
AUTHOR BIO:
Rachel lives near Bath, England, and has penned over 25 novels, including the Ladies of Carson Street trilogy. She’s a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and the Historical Novel Society, with a thriving social media presence. To sign up for her newsletter and get a monthly giveaway, visit her website.
