Christmas at Sekhmet Manor: A thrilling Victorian tale of secret chambers, Egyptian mysteries, reason, and emotion

Christmas at Sekhmet Manor: a thrilling Victorian intrigue of secret chambers, Egyptian mysteries, reason and emotions - © 2026 Le Grimoire Ancien

In the winter of 1895, Henrietta Lalande-Sterling and her daughter Elizabeth leave London to settle in Sekhmet Manor, an isolated mansion on the misty shores of Hollowmere, hoping to find peace, inspiration... and a new beginning. However, beneath the garlands and snowflakes, the aroma of golden scones and fragrant tea, the English countryside sometimes holds more chills than serenity. Displaced statues, strange dreams, whispers from another time... Gradually, the mysteries of ancient Egypt creep into the Christmas preparations. Surrounded by their loyal servants, Elizabeth and Henrietta try to unravel the secrets of Sekhmet Manor — without getting too distracted by their respective suitors. A thrilling Victorian plot, featuring secret chambers, strange artifacts, reason, and romance. - © 2026 Le Grimoire Ancien