Gigi Griffis – författare

Deaths and disappearances pile up as a mysterious beast stalks the French countryside and two girls seize an unlikely opportunity that just might save them all—or serve them up on a platter.Step into this chilling, historical horror inspired by the unsolved mystery of the Beast of Gévaudan.When a series of brutal, mysterious deaths start plaguing the countryside and whispers of a beast in the mountains reach the quiet French hamlet of Mende, most people believe it’s a curse—God’s punishment for their sins. But to sixteen-year-old Joséphine and her best friend, Clara, the beast isn’t a curse. It’s an opportunity. For years, the girls of Mende have been living in a nightmare—fathers who drink, brothers who punch, homes that feel like prisons—and this is a chance to get them out.Using the creature’s attacks as cover, Joséphine and Clara set out to fake their friends’ deaths and hide them away until it’s safe to run. But escape is harder than they thought. If they can’t brave a harsh winter with little food… If the villagers discover what they’re doing… If the beast finds them first... Those fake deaths might just become real ones.

Deaths and disappearances pile up as a mysterious beast stalks the French countryside and two girls seize an unlikely opportunity that just might save them all—or serve them up on a platter.Step into this chilling, historical horror inspired by the unsolved mystery of the Beast of Gévaudan.When a series of brutal, mysterious deaths start plaguing the countryside and whispers of a beast in the mountains reach the quiet French hamlet of Mende, most people believe it’s a curse—God’s punishment for their sins. But to sixteen-year-old Joséphine and her best friend, Clara, the beast isn’t a curse. It’s an opportunity. For years, the girls of Mende have been living in a nightmare—fathers who drink, brothers who punch, homes that feel like prisons—and this is a chance to get them out.Using the creature’s attacks as cover, Joséphine and Clara set out to fake their friends’ deaths and hide them away until it’s safe to run. But escape is harder than they thought. If they can’t brave a harsh winter with little food… If the villagers discover what they’re doing… If the beast finds them first... Those fake deaths might just become real ones.

The Empress is a dazzling reimagining of the courtship between one of history's most iconic and beloved couples: Sisi and Franz of Austria.The year is 1853, and sixteen-year-old Elisabeth "Sisi" of Bavaria has been very clear: she will wait for the sweeping, head-over-heels kind of love the poets speak of, or she will have no love at all. It is not her fault Mother refuses to listen. After all, just because her older sister Helene has chosen the line of duty, and is preparing to marry Emperor Franz of Austria, does not mean Sisi also needs to subject herself to such a passionless, regimented existence. Sisi knows there is more to life than corsets, luncheons, and woefully unfashionable dukes … if only someone would give her the chance to experience it firsthand.Meanwhile, in Austria, the Emperor is recovering from an assassination attempt that left him wounded and scared. In a bid to keep the peace, Franz has recommitted himself to his imperial duties-and promised to romance the pliant Bavarian princess, Helene, at his upcoming birthday celebration. How better to unite the country than with the announcement of a new Empress?But when Sisi and Franz meet unexpectedly in the palace gardens, away from the prying eyes and relentless critique of their families, their connection cannot be denied. And as their illicit conversations turn into something more, they must soon choose between the expectations of the court, and the burning desires of their hearts…Epic, captivating, and deliciously steamy, The Empress is a remarkably contemporary tale of falling in love and finding one's voice.

THE DAZZLING LOVE STORY BEHIND THE EPIC NETFLIX SERIESThe Empress is a dazzling reimagining of the courtship between one of history''s most iconic and beloved couples: Sisi and Franz of Austria.The year is 1853, and sixteen-year-old Elisabeth "Sisi" of Bavaria has been very clear: she will wait for the sweeping, head-over-heels kind of love the poets speak of, or she will have no love at all. It is not her fault Mother refuses to listen. After all, just because her older sister Helene has chosen the line of duty, and is preparing to marry Emperor Franz of Austria, does not mean Sisi also needs to subject herself to such a passionless, regimented existence. Sisi knows there is more to life than corsets, luncheons, and woefully unfashionable dukes … if only someone would give her the chance to experience it firsthand.Meanwhile, in Austria, the Emperor is recovering from an assassination attempt that left him wounded and scared. In a bid to keep the peace, Franz has recommitted himself to his imperial duties-and promised to romance the pliant Bavarian princess, Helene, at his upcoming birthday celebration. How better to unite the country than with the announcement of a new Empress?But when Sisi and Franz meet unexpectedly in the palace gardens, away from the prying eyes and relentless critique of their families, their connection cannot be denied. And as their illicit conversations turn into something more, they must soon choose between the expectations of the court, and the burning desires of their hearts…Epic, captivating, and deliciously steamy, The Empress is a remarkably contemporary tale of falling in love and finding one''s voice.FOR FANS OF THE CROWN, A VERY BRITISH SCANDAL AND BRIDGERTONRAVE READER REVIEWS?????''Wow read in one sitting really gripping and so well written. Really enjoyable read totally recommend'' - Netgalley reviewer????''A fast-paced, witty romance with likeable characters. It reads like The Handmaiden meets The Great with similar plot points of Bridgerton … fun and playful'' - Netgalley reviewer????''This is a fun and playful historical read with plenty of spice. I really liked the writing and the characters and after reading this I am excited for the series'' - Netgalley reviewer????''A romantic, light story … Gigi Griffis delivers an easy-to-read romance … The more modern tone and manner in fact lend to the book''s digestibility ... an enjoyable read'' - Netgalley reviewer

La novela imprescindible para los fans de Los Bridgerton, Outlander y The Crown. Una deslumbrante reinterpretación del romance de Sisí.Es el año 1853, e Isabel "Sisí" de Baviera, de 16 años, ha sido muy clara: esperará el amor arrollador y arrebatador del que hablan los poetas, o no tendrá ningún amor. Que su hermana mayor, Elena, haya elegido la línea del deber y se esté preparando para casarse con el emperador Francisco José de Austria, no significa que Sisí tenga que someterse también a una existencia tan desprovista de pasión y de regimiento. Mientras tanto, en Austria, el Emperador se recupera de un intento de asesinato que lo dejó herido y asustado.En un intento de mantener la paz, Francisco José se ha comprometido con sus deberes imperiales y ha prometido un romance con la flexible princesa de Baviera, Elena, en su próxima celebración de cumpleaños. ¿Qué mejor manera de unir al país? Pero cuando Sisí y Francisco José se encuentran inesperadamente en los jardines de palacio, lejos de las miradas indiscretas y las críticas implacables de sus familias, su conexión no puede negarse. Y cuando sus conversaciones ilícitas se convierten en algo más, pronto deberán elegir entre las expectativas de la corte y los ardientes deseos de sus corazones...

Ikonisen keisarinna Elisabetin, "Sisin", kuohuvan romanttinen tarina Netflix-uutuussarjan inspiroimana!On vuosi 1852, ja Baijerin herttuan tyttären Helenen on määrä avioitua Itävallan keisari Fransin kanssa. Kun hänen nuorempi villikkosisarensa Sisi ja Frans kohtaavat sattumalta palatsin puistossa, jotakin herää heti. Pian Sisin ja Fransin on päätettävä, kuuntelevatko he sukujensa vaatimuksia vai oman sydämensä ääntä, ja koko Euroopan historia on muuttava suuntaa. Omapäisen ja rohkean Sisin tarina vie loisteliaisiin tanssisaleihin, uljaiden ratsujen selkään ja kietoo lukijan ehkä yhden maailman romanttisimman tosirakkaustarinan pauloihin.

Ikonisen keisarinna Elisabetin, "Sisin", kuohuvan romanttinen tarina Netflix-uutuussarjan inspiroimana!On vuosi 1852, ja Baijerin herttuan tyttären Helenen on määrä avioitua Itävallan keisari Fransin kanssa. Kun hänen nuorempi villikkosisarensa Sisi ja Frans kohtaavat sattumalta palatsin puistossa, jotakin herää heti. Pian Sisin ja Fransin on päätettävä, kuuntelevatko he sukujensa vaatimuksia vai oman sydämensä ääntä, ja koko Euroopan historia on muuttava suuntaa. Omapäisen ja rohkean Sisin tarina vie loisteliaisiin tanssisaleihin, uljaiden ratsujen selkään ja kietoo lukijan ehkä yhden maailman romanttisimman tosirakkaustarinan pauloihin.