The Dark Side of Historical Romance

Published: Feb. 24, 2021, 4:52 p.m.

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There is a dark side to the historical romance genre.  It\\u2019s Gothic romance, which doesn\\u2019t always give the reader a happily-ever-after ending. Born centuries ago, the genre flourished in late 18th and 19th  century England. They were dark tales, often with a supernatural backdrop, set in creepy houses, castles, or ruins.

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