Arcadia: A Modern Tragedy - Paperback

by Samantha Devin (Author)

"A woman is seduced -and enlightened- by a fascinating and dangerous god in a hidden mythological London."

A group of inspired and daring artists lead by the charm of Daniel, the main actor of the company, live in a world where limits have ceased to exist. Their lives, based on ancient Greek ideals, are beyond the moral standards, and they enjoy a freedom and enthusiasm unthinkable in contemporary days. When Julia faces the unconceivable reality that they embody and discovers who they really are, her life and her beliefs are shaken. If she wants to enter Arcadia, she will have to prove herself worthy. It is then that she learns about her unforeseen true self and how far she will dare to go to fulfill her desires.

"I was gripped from page one of this novel; not normally a fast reader,
I breezed through it! This is not to imply that 'Arcadia' is a mere entertainment.
Entertaining and intriguing, yes, but with the substantial depth
that is so sadly lacking in most modern fiction."
COLIN F. STANLEY

"In Arcadia Samantha Devin succeeds in resurrecting myths we thought forgotten. It is a powerful, invigorating novel driven by the energy of philosophical thought."
JAVIER SIERRA

Samantha Devin is the author of Black Bile and Heroica. Her novels have been translated into English and German.