Inspired by the works of Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen, Garth Nix’s Newt’s Emerald is a Regency romance with a fantasy twist. New York Times bestselling author Gail Carriger calls it “charming; quite, quite charming.”
After Lady Truthful’s magical Newington Emerald is stolen from her she devises a simple plan: go to London to recover the missing jewel. She quickly learns, however, that a woman cannot wander the city streets alone without damaging her reputation, and she disguises herself as a mustache-wearing man. During Truthful’s dangerous journey she discovers a crook, an unsuspecting ally, and an evil sorceress—but will she find the Emerald?
- Heroine in Disguise: To hunt for her family’s stolen jewel in London, Lady Truthful must trade her ballgowns for breeches and a very convincing mustache.
- Enemies to Lovers: She clashes with a mysterious, infuriating man who seems determined to foil her plans… until their sharp words spark an undeniable attraction.
- Gaslamp Fantasy: A world of manners and marriage proposals hides a secret layer of sorcery, from weather-working jewels to evil enchantresses and fay-blooded maids.
- Clean & Wholesome Romance: A charming, lighthearted adventure perfect for fans of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer, with all of the wit and none of the steam.
Inspired by the works of Georgette Heyer and Jane Austen, Garth Nix’s Newt’s Emerald is a Regency romance with a fantasy twist. New York Times bestselling author Gail Carriger calls it "charming; quite, quite charming."
After Lady Truthful’s magical Newington Emerald is stolen from her she devises a simple plan: go to London to recover the missing jewel. She quickly learns, however, that a woman cannot wander the city streets alone without damaging her reputation, and she disguises herself as a mustache-wearing man. During Truthful’s dangerous journey she discovers a crook, an unsuspecting ally, and an evil sorceress—but will she find the Emerald?
- Heroine in Disguise: To hunt for her family’s stolen jewel in London, Lady Truthful must trade her ballgowns for breeches and a very convincing mustache.
- Enemies to Lovers: She clashes with a mysterious, infuriating man who seems determined to foil her plans… until their sharp words spark an undeniable attraction.
- Gaslamp Fantasy: A world of manners and marriage proposals hides a secret layer of sorcery, from weather-working jewels to evil enchantresses and fay-blooded maids.
- Clean & Wholesome Romance: A charming, lighthearted adventure perfect for fans of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer, with all of the wit and none of the steam.