"Penning heartfelt emotional journeys"
About
Vicki is a writer who touches her readers by penning heartfelt emotional journeys. She challenges individuals to ponder and question life's experiences, while encouraging and giving hope in the process.
Words are not merely letters on a page to Vicki. She views them as powerful tools that can touch the core of her readers by moving them to become intimately involved with the characters she pens. Her goal is to let you walk their journey, feel their struggles, and rejoice in their victories. As a result, you'll hunger and come back for more.
Vicki's non-fiction works, through her book and blogs, are filled with heartfelt encouragement and read worldwide.
Published Works
It started as an obscure blog on Google Blogger and gained worldwide readership. Over 48,000 hits from 106 countries, it's a favorite with Phantom fans. Now in book form, Lessons From the Phantom of the Opera steps behind the scenes and examines the symbolism hidden in the characters, emotions, sets, and events. (Released May 2009)
The Price of Innocence is Vicki's debut historical novel set in 19th Century Paris, France. It's being hailed wonderful, moving, and a page turner that can't be put down. The story is eliciting strong emotions from readers from joy to tears as they read the struggles of one young woman. (Released November 2009)
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Lessons From the Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera is a chilling tale interlaced with darkness, despair, love, and redemption. Originally penned by Gaston Leroux, the book is classic literature. Leroux weaves the tale of a deformed man living in isolation underneath the Paris Opera House, who desperately loves a beautiful girl named Christine Daaé. The masked man is known by many names - Phantom, Opera Ghost, Angel of Music, and Erik. He is a broken soul who yearns for beauty, but lives in hell. His desperate search for love takes him down a road of obsession and violence, and the cry of his despair echoes in our hearts. "All I wanted was to be loved for myself."
Lessons from The Phantom of the Opera steps behind the scenes and examines the symbolism hidden in the characters, emotions, sets, and events. The book leads its readers on an emotional journey studying the motivations of the characters and the numerous symbols hidden throughout the Opera House. It examines not only Leroux's original work, but also analyzes the play and movie. Personal reflection is encouraged, and the author poses questions to incite further thought and revelation. As a result, lessons and life applications emerge from a timeless masterpiece for everyone to enjoy.
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"Lessons From 'The Phantom of the Opera' " is a creative and thoughtful approach to pop culture hit. I enjoyed the book because I teach French history at the college level and I have long enjoyed gothic novels as well as opera. I connect with the story on several levels, professional and personal. "Lessons" takes a personal, reflective approach that asks readers to think about why they react as they do to the musical and novel. Why does such an old fashioned, romantic story have such appeal in post modern society? Simple: young or old or in between, we still respond to the emotions explored in the story. I plan to tell some of my students who are Phantom fans about this book---after exams, of course." M. Byrd
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The Price of Innocence
The Price of Innocence is Vicki Hopkins' debut fiction novel, penned to tug at the hearts of many. Insightful, but delicately written, the author draws a picture of life, but allows the reader to paint the canvas of intimacies in their own imagination.
It is the tender story of Suzette Camille Rousseau, a young woman in late 19th century Paris, who makes a difficult journey from innocence to maturity. After losing a sheltered life with her father, Suzette is thrown into the harsh reality of poverty, struggling as a homeless woman on the streets of Paris. In order to survive, she faces difficult choices that offer little hope of redemption.
Her journey takes her from the charities of St. Vincent de Paul, to a local laundry house where she toils endlessly in filth and squalor. To her surprise, one of her customers is the Chabanais, the most famous brothel in France that only caters to aristocrats.
Like a fly drawn to a spider's web, the mistress of the brothel entices Suzette into a world of opulence, comfort, and beauty, but there is a price to payher innocence.
Succumbing to a life of prostitution, she meets a handsome English Lord who saves her from the unthinkable. When he spirits her off to another country, her past follows. A man, who refuses to forget his promise, relentlessly pursues Suzette intent on regaining her heart. He only wishes for one thingto give her love and a life of respectability.
The author transports its readers back to another time and place, weaving facts of 19th century life throughout the story. After careful research into the existence of charity houses, washhouses, and brothels, the results make the story rich and alive. It includes laws and practices of legalized prostitution in France, as well as historical facts and information regarding the most famous brothel of its time.
In conclusion, The Price of Innocence is a stunning tale of two men, one woman, and the symbol of a flower that promises happiness. Penning heartfelt emotional journeys is Vickis forte, and her first historical fiction novel is sure to please its readers.
Tags: Historical Drama, Historical Fiction, General Fiction (with romantic elements)
The Price of Innocence Series:
Book 1 - The Price of Innocence (released)
Book 2 - The Price of Deception (Fall 2010)
Book 3 - The Price of Love (Fall 2011)
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The Price of Deception
Current Blogs
The Phantom of Valletta
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Phantom Blog
Price of Innocence Blog
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The Price of Deception will be released next year continuing the story of the Price of Innocence.
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"WHAT A GREAT READ! I think this book was a great romance, and a tasteful one with a truly historical flavor. Thanks for letting me edit it!" A. Conley
"Just finished reading my friend's first novel: The Price of Innocence. I didn't get anything done today because I could not put it down. She is so talented."
"I really love your book. I look forward to the sequel. I'm excited to know as to what will happen between Robert and his son. I'm thrilled to know (deleted spoiler!).... I also love the cover image. It really fits the story. Congratulations in advance." A. Aborque, Xlibris Rep.
"Received your book Friday evening, started it Friday night, and finished it last night! I really enjoyed it!" D.P.
"This novel has everything...filled with complex characters and has tremendous emotional depth. A wonderful and tender love story, yet the harsh realities and challenges of everyday life are interwoven throughout the novel. I was hooked from page one, and was completely engaged until the very last word. This novel is a must read and will not disappoint. A true masterpiece." (B&N Customer Review)
"I could not put this book down. The story draws you into the time period and you feel and see everything just like you are there among the characters. The author has really done her homework on the time period details and it comes across as very credible. If you want something to read for your book club, a rainy day or to give as a gift, this would be an excellent choice. I'm going to read it again! Enjoy!" (B&N Customer Review)
"The Price of Innocence is a well written, more-than-worth-it read. The characters are well developed and the story line is amazing. You just can't put it down! I wanted to keep reading the book, never wanting it to end. The setting is very detailed and interesting. I recommend this book to anyone. A cup of coffee, a couch, and a cozy fire on a rainy day is the perfect way to read this novel." (B&N Customer Review)
"I finally finished The Price of Innocence, and it was amazing. I couldn't put it down once, and I have to say that I laughed, and cried, and by the time I had finished the novel I was craving more! " (J.R.)
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