A brother to dragons, and other old-time tales

Name: A brother to dragons, and other old-time tales
Author: Amélie Rives

By Amélie Rives

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A collection of late 19th-century short tales that mix historical romance, gothic suggestion, and domestic observation. The stories move between manor houses and village life, following servants and aristocrats whose lives are shaped by secret identities, family quarrels, love, wartime sacrifice, and eerie visitations. Narrative voice combines colloquial first-person memoir with lyrical description, emphasizing atmospheric detail, social ritual, and emotional consequences of choices. Overall the volume offers compact, character-driven sketches that trade on period feeling, moral reflection, and the uncanny.

About the Author

Amélie Rives

Amélie Rives was an American author known for her contributions to late 19th-century literature. She gained recognition for her vivid storytelling and exploration of complex themes in her works. Among her notable titles are "A Brother to Dragons, and Other Old-Time Tales," which showcases her talent for weaving folklore with imaginative narratives, and "Shadows of Flames: A Novel," a work that delves into the intricacies of human emotions and relationships. Rives' writing often reflects her Southern heritage and the cultural landscape of her time, making her a distinctive voice in American literature.