In Absolution, a family's secrets unravel amid addiction and vow, binding love and guilt in a tense, atmospheric drama. This edition centers on a Polish manor where faith, fear, and desire collide, forcing characters to face what they owe to each other—and to themselves.
A gripping, character-driven story set in a close-knit household where alcohol, poison, and manipulation test loyalties. The narrative balances intimate moments of affection with harsher acts, painting a portrait of desire, control, and the consequences of choices.
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This emotive novel explores the themes of manipulation, betrayal, and vengeance within a suspenseful plotline. Set in 19th-century Poland amidst political and social upheaval, the author creates a vivid and immersive historical backdrop. The narrative revolves around a tormented woman, Mrs. Tiralla, who finds herself trapped in a loveless and oppressive marriage. Her desperation leads her to manipulate her husband into obtaining poison to eliminate a perceived threat, despite the potentially sinister consequences. As events progress, the consequences of her actions cast a dark shadow over her life and the lives of those around her. This book is a compelling and poignant exploration of the lengths to which a person can be driven when their sense of self and agency is compromised. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331559917_0
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Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331559917
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331559917
Quantity: 15 available