Theodora: A Fragment

by Victoria Cross

Unknown Binding

Published January 1, 1895

About the author

Annie Sophie Cory was the author of popular, racy, exotic novels under the pseudonyms Victoria Cross(e), Vivian Cory and V.C. Griffin.

Reviews

[Ani · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've only read the short story version for now. And it gave me quite a fascinating glimpse of a New Woman author.

Cecil and Digby's conversation was just like the usual cliché locker-room boytalk. It's disappointing that even after more than a hundred years these things didn't change. Women are still constantly objectified everyday.

However, Cecil's inner monologue and tug-of-war feelings towards Theodora was also satisfying. And despite everything, I still kind of shipped these two together. Sue me. They just had too much chemistry🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

To be honest, I'm not ready to read the larger version of it because of its tragic ending. I guess I'll just protect myself from further heartbreak and think that the affair between Theodora and Cecil was a memorable romance like the fireworks that both will remember from time to time with fondness in between their busy and fulfilling but separate lives.

[Siobhan Royle · Rating 2 out of 5]

very spicy