FICTION BOOK: Lesley Pearse - BELLE

About The Book

London, 1910

Be transported from London to New Orleans and beyond in this powerful, moving historical novel from the international bestseller Lesley Pearse

She witnessed a murder - and now her life is in danger ... Fifteen-year-old Belle, though raised in a London brothel, is an innocent young girl. But when she witnesses one of the girls brutally strangled by a client, she is cast into a cruel, heartless world. Snatched from the streets and sold into prostitution, she is made a courtesan in New Orleans. At the mercy of desperate men who crave her beauty and will do anything to keep her, Belle's dreams of home, family and freedom appear futile.

Are Belle's courage and spirit strong enough to help her escape? And what will await her at the end of the long, dangerous journey home?

Book #1 in the Belle Trilogy

About the Author

Lesley Pearse is the queen of emotional epics, known for crafting unforgettable stories about brave women who overcome the odds, face heartache head-on, and discover strength they never knew they had. With over 30 bestselling novels under her belt, Lesley has a gift for sweeping readers into richly detailed worlds, whether its wartime London, a windswept village, or a new beginning on the other side of the world. Her heroines are fierce, flawed, and deeply real, often caught in life's toughest moments, yet always finding a way to fight for love, justice, and their place in the world. Lesley's books are full of heart, hope, and the kind of drama that tugs at your soul. If you love stories that make you laugh, cry, and cheer for the underdog, Lesley Pearse is an author who'll stay with you long after the final chapter.

Genre: Historical Fiction

Paperback, 589 Pages

Approximate Size: 180mm x 110mm x 35mm 

ISBN 978-0-241-46561-5