A Rose in Winter
Erienne Fleming is sold in marriage to Lord Saxton, a masked, disfigured man, while the dashing Christopher Seton also pursues her. A gothic-tinged eighteenth-century romance about mystery and love.
About This Book
A Rose in Winter is a historical romance novel by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss, first published in 1983 by Avon. It runs 567 pages. Readers can expect secret identity.
At a glance
- Genre
- Historical
- Trope
- Secret Identity
- Published
- 1983
- Length
- 567 pages
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- Sold into marriage to a mysterious, disfigured nobleman, a young woman finds herself caught between her duty and the pursuit of a dashing suitor.
- Fans of gothic historical romance
- Readers who enjoy mysterious heroes
- Intrigued
- Features Secret Identity
This may not be ideal if…
- Potential for classic romance tropes that may be dated
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Tropes
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Historical Romance
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Unequal due to marriage of convenience and social status.
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Reading mood
Recommended audience: Adult historical romance readers.
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Set in the eighteenth century, the narrative follows Erienne Fleming, who is wed to Lord Saxton, a man whose face is hidden behind a mask due to disfigurement. As she adjusts to her new life, she must contend with the complex nature of her husband and the persistent romantic pursuit of Christopher Seton.
Central Conflict
The protagonist is trapped in a marriage of convenience to a mysterious, disfigured nobleman while being courted by another man.
Setting
Eighteenth-century setting.
Strengths
- Classic gothic premise
- Strong atmosphere suggested
Consider before reading
- Potential for classic romance tropes that may be dated
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
Eikna uses book metadata and AI-assisted analysis to create structured romance profiles. Public profiles are reviewed and approved by an editor before publication.
- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Kathleen E. Woodiwiss
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Avon
- Published
- 1983
- Length
- 567 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780380844005
- ISBN-10
- 0380844001
A Rose in Winter: quick answers
- Who wrote A Rose in Winter?
- A Rose in Winter was written by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss.
- When was A Rose in Winter published?
- A Rose in Winter was first published in 1983 by Avon.
- What genre is A Rose in Winter?
- A Rose in Winter is a historical romance novel, with secret identity.
- How many pages is A Rose in Winter?
- A Rose in Winter is 567 pages long.
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