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Book Review of Mrs. Poe

Mrs. Poe
Mrs. Poe
Author: Lynn Cullen
Genres: Literature & Fiction, Romance
Book Type: Paperback
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Very engaging read about the relationship between Edgar Allan Poe and Frances Sargent Osgood, a poet and author who is trying to make a living after being abandoned by her cheating husband. Lynn Cullen does a wonderful job of creating a palpable sexual tension/mutual attraction between Poe and Osgood, even though it is mostly chaste. Enjoyed the story's literary salons and references to "The Raven." Felt propelled back in time.