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Synopsis
Who is Belladonna?In New York City, she's known only as the mysterious masked woman who presides over the most exclusive, opulent club of the times.In Virginia's blue-blood countryside, she's known as the Contessa, the elusive heiress who flaunts convention and shuns human contact.But then there are a wretched few who remember her from "The Club" and knew her as a fresh-faced innocent whom they desired...and misled...and left to the sadistic devices of a nobleman who robbed her of her youth, her dignity, and, ultimately her heart.As Belladonna's story, told by one of her faithful manservants, slowly unfolds, we learn the horrifying truth behind Belladonna's masks and her insatiable desire for vengeance. It is a truth that involves betrayal, murder, depravity -- a truth so chilling that it will pit brother against brother, father against son, and will force Belladonna to ultimately confront the one man who can ultimately either destroy her, or set her free.
Belladonna: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This book contains explicit descriptions of sexual violence, sadistic abuse, and torture of a young woman held captive. The protagonist's vengeance quest involves murder and depravity. Only appropriate for mature adult readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, explicit sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include sexual assault, torture, physical abuse, emotional abuse, and murder (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Not appropriate for kids or teens—this is a dark adult revenge tale involving extreme trauma.