The Sensualist: An Illustrated Novel

Name: The Sensualist: An Illustrated Novel
Price: 7.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.7 (12 reviews)
Author: Barbara Hodgson

by Barbara Hodgson

Literary Fiction Dark Romance

3.7 (12)

378 pages~6.3 hr readPublished by Chronicle Books LLC

$7.9938% off peak

Last checked: Apr 14, 2026

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Perfect for you if...

You love atmospheric, visual storytelling that blends text with art in unexpected ways.
You're drawn to psychological narratives where desire and obsession drive the plot forward.
You appreciate slow-burn mysteries that prioritise mood and character over plot mechanics.

Maybe not for you if...

You want a straightforward romance with a satisfying emotional arc and clear romantic resolution.
You prefer fast-paced thrillers with constant momentum rather than introspective character studies.
You're looking for a book without graphic content or morally complex characters in dark situations.

About this book

The Sensualist is a mystery novel set during a European winter that explores themes of lost loves, vengeance, and murder. The narrative is accompanied by Barbara Hodgson's illustrations throughout the book. The work examines the distinction between looking and seeing, investigating how vision and perception function within the story's dark atmosphere.

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Currently on sale at $7.99 — 38% off peak. Price has dropped 24 times over the last 5 years. Goes on sale roughly every 64 days.

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Currently around #216K in the Kindle store — a niche title.

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Currently 3.7★ from 12 reviews

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