The Playground of Satan

"The Playground of Satan" by Beatrice C. Baskerville is a historical fiction novel set in interwar Poland, where the lives of Ian, his mother Countess Natalie, and their cousin Vanda become intertwined with love and societal pressures against the impending war. The story kicks off with the arrival of Roman and Joseph Skarbek, both seeking Vanda's hand in marriage, sparking a quiet turmoil within Ian, who secretly cherishes feelings for Vanda but fears losing her to his cousin Roman. As the threads of romance get tighter, the novel hints at the weight of obligation, the complexities of love, and the rigid structure of society, all while the shadow of war looms, threatening the world they know. It is a tale where personal desires and familial duties collide with the disruptive forces of history.