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They were called “The Devil’s Brood,” though never to their faces. They were the four surviving sons of Henry Plantagenet and Eleanor of Aquitaine. With two such extraordinary parents, much was expected of them.
But the eldest—charming yet mercurial—would turn on his father and, like his brother Geoffrey, meet an early death. When Henry died, Richard would take the throne and, almost immediately, set off for the
In Lionheart, Penman displays her remarkable mastery of historical detail and her acute understanding of human foibles. The result is a powerful story of intrigue, war, and—surprisingly— effective diplomacy, played out against the roiling conflicts of love and loyalty, passion and treachery, all set against the rich textures of the Holy Land .
The September Queen by Gillian Bagwell. US release November 1, 2011.
Jane Lane is of marrying age, but she longs for adventure. She has pushed every potential suitor away—even those who could provide everything for her. Then one day, adventure makes its way to her doorstep, and with it comes mortal danger…
Royalists fighting to restore the crown to King Charles II implore Jane to help. Jane must transport him to safety, disguised as a manservant. As she places herself in harm’s way, she finds herself falling in love with the gallant young Charles. And despite his reputation as a breaker of hearts, Jane finds herself surrendering to a passion that will change her life forever.
Black is back—Her Majesty’s favorite spy is off to Scotland Victoria attends a séance, the spirit of her departed husband, Prince Albert
Prime Minister Disraeli suspects the Scottish nationalists plan to assassinate the Queen—and sends the ever resourceful India India India
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I want all of these!
March 10, 2011 5:31 PM
I want them all! Love the new India Black #2 book cover!
March 10, 2011 5:35 PM
Me too!!
March 10, 2011 6:36 PM
Wow I want September Queen and India black and the Windsor Widow. They sound really good.
March 11, 2011 6:39 AM
I definitely want a copy of India Black and The Windsor Widow. I loved the first India Black book.
March 11, 2011 10:27 AM
Loving the cover of India Black! Is that the final cover for Lionheart?
March 11, 2011 12:59 PM
Elysium - I'm not sure if it's the final cover, but it's the one Putnam has for now. They do sometimes change though.
March 15, 2011 7:35 PM