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Beverly Swerling

    March 9, 1949 – December 3, 2018

    This author delves into the complexities of the human experience, capturing the essence of life in her hometown while exploring themes of desire and chance. Her prose, rooted in the vibrant tapestry of her childhood, is marked by vivid descriptions and a profound understanding of human nature. She writes with a narrative flair that draws readers into her stories, offering a glimpse into a world where personal ambition intertwines with inevitable fate. Through her work, the author invites readers to reflect on the intricacies of life and the world that shaped her unique perspective.

    Beverly Swerling
    Das Geheimnis der Heilerin
    Der Traum des Baders
    Bristol House
    Shadowbrook
    City of Promise
    City of God: A Novel of Passion and Wonder in Old New York
    • 2014

      Bristol House

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      3.3(46)Add rating

      Set against the backdrop of Tudor London, this gripping dual-period narrative weaves a supernatural thriller with rich historical detail. The story explores the intertwining lives of characters across different times, revealing secrets and mysteries that transcend the ages. As the past collides with the present, readers are drawn into a world of intrigue and the eerie echoes of history, making for a compelling exploration of both human experience and the supernatural.

      Bristol House
    • 2012

      City of Promise

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.3(42)Add rating

      In the years following the Civil War, as Manhattan experiences a surge in prosperity, Joshua Turner aspires to become a real-estate titan while Mollie Brannigan, raised by her aunt in a bordello, sees her life change after a chance encounter with Joshua in Macy's

      City of Promise
    • 2009

      Beverly Swerling is an accomplished writer and consultant with a passion for history. Residing in New York City with her husband, she combines her literary talents with her interest in historical narratives, likely influencing her storytelling and character development.

      City of God: A Novel of Passion and Wonder in Old New York
    • 2005

      Shadowbrook

      • 512 pages
      • 18 hours of reading
      3.8(737)Add rating

      Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the French and Indian War, this passionate story follows Quentin Hale and Nicole Crane. In 1754, the first musket ball fired in Ohio Country marks the beginning of a brutal seven-year conflict that will dismantle France's empire and lead to the American Revolution. Amidst this chaos, Quentin Hale, a fearless gentleman-turned-scout, fights to protect his family plantation, Shadowbrook. Cormac Shea, a part-Irish, part-Indian woodsman, navigates his dual heritage, while Nicole struggles with her love for Hale and her calling to the convent, becoming a pawn in the British territorial ambitions. The narrative shifts between the Iroquois longhouses, Shadowbrook's elegant rooms, the frontier's untouched forests, and the cobbled streets of Québec. The author weaves a tale of passion, intrigue, faith, and betrayal, featuring unforgettable characters and historical figures, including a young George Washington. This richly textured narrative captures the conflict that ignited the quest for independence, blending ambition, war, and the transformative power of love and duty into a compelling read.

      Shadowbrook