A Still and Awful Red

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Set in Hungary during 1609, the story follows Maria, a talented peasant seamstress yearning for a better life amidst the turmoil of war and disease. Her fortunes change when an old woman reveals that she has been selected by the infamous Countess Elizabeth Bathory to create exquisite gowns. This opportunity not only promises a brighter future but also immerses Maria in the dark and dangerous world surrounding the countess, intertwining her fate with that of a historical figure shrouded in mystery.