Историческая литература
Различные книги в жанре Историческая литератураFrom London With Love
What happens in LondonDisgrace and DesireScandal and seduction are nothing new to Lady Eloise Allyngham. London falls at her feet, wagers over who will capture her hand are being placed. Major Jack Clifton promised to watch over Eloise and he feels more than just protective – her beauty fires his blood and her behaviour intrigues him even further. Only the lady is not what she seems, and Jack must discover the secret she fiercely hides if he is to protect her…A Proposal of NecessityCaptain Caine Morleigh must marry to inherit. Who better than the dullest young woman left over at the end of the London season? After all, she should require little to keep her happy… And Lady Grace Renfair leaps at the only chance to escape her uncle accepting Caine’s proposal. Soon she blooms with confidence; but will her husband’s forbidding exterior ever crumble?
Those Scandalous Ravenhursts Volume 3
The Notorious Mr Hurst (Those Scandalous Ravenhursts, Book 5)Rumours abound that sensible Lady M– has fallen for the infamous Mr H– Lady Maude Templeton has turned down many a marriage proposal. Why? She wants to marry for love – and her heart’s set on one man alone.Theatre owner Mr Eden Hurst is sexy, talented, intelligent – and resoundingly ineligible! What’s more, he doesn’t believe in love. It seems an impossible task, but Maude sets out to make Eden realise he needs love…and her.Society is about to see she can be just as shocking as her Ravenhurst friends when she puts her mind to it!Disrobed and Dishonoured (Those Scandalous Ravenhursts, Book 6)Hidden behind a mask, Jonathan Kirkland, Lord Redcliffe, has disguised himself as a highwayman to win a wager: to collect kisses from the first five women who pass.With only one kiss left, victory seems easy. . . until he encounters Miss Sarah Tatton, who has fled on horseback to escape her vile fiancé. Distraught and desperate, the last thing Sarah needs is to run straight into the arms of a highwayman.But his heart-stopping kiss gives Sarah an idea – to lose her virginity in order to break her engagement. And the surprisingly gentleman like thief is just the man to teach her the art of love. . . at least enough to pretend that she has lost her virtue. But as Jonathan and Sarah's passion grows, all pretence must come to an end. . .The Piratical Miss Ravenhurst (Those Scandalous Ravenhursts, Book 7)Alone and in danger, Clemence Ravenhurst is forced to flee her beloved Jamaica. Disguised as a boy, she falls straight into the clutches of one of the most dangerous pirates in the Caribbean! Nathan Stanier, disgraced undercover naval officer and navigator, protects Clemence on their perilous journey.The heat between them sizzles. But honour and his guarded heart dictate that Nathan resist Clemence. Though it seems she's determined to make their adventure as outrageous and passionate as possible!
The Regency Season: Blackmailed Brides
You will say ‘I do!’The Scarlet GownImpoverished Lucy Halbrook is to play fake fiancée to Lord Ralph Aversane, who has arranged a Midsummer’s Eve event on his estate. Lucy will act as hostess, while Ralph unravels the dark and dangerous mystery surrounding the death of his late wife. Lucy is the key and may also be able to unlock his guarded heart!Lady Beneath the VeilWhen Gideon Albury lifts his new bride’s veil he can’t believe his eyes – the woman before him is not the blonde beauty he’s been courting! Dominique Rainault is at the altar facing a very angry groom only because of her scheming cousin’s blackmail. Determined to seek a rapid annulment the married couple must keep their distance, but one stolen kiss may prove their undoing!
Forest Mage
‘Fantasy as it ought to be written’ George R.R. MartinThe King's Cavalla Academy has been ravaged by the Speck plague.The disease has decimated the ranks of both cadets and instructors, and even the survivors remain sickly. Many have been forced to relinquish their military ambitions and return to their families to face lives of dependency and disappointment. As the Academy infirmary empties, Cadet Nevare Burvelle also prepares to journey home, to attend his brother Rosse's wedding. Far from being a broken man, Nevare is hale and hearty after his convalescence. He has defeated his nemesis, Tree Woman and freed himself of the Speck magic that infected him and attempted to turn him against his own people. A bright future awaits him as a commissioned officer betrothed to a beautiful young noblewoman.Yet his nights are still haunted by dreams of the voluptuous Tree Woman, dreams in which his Speck self betrays everything he holds dear in his waking life. Has the plague infected him in ways far more mysterious than the merely physical?Despite his fears, Nevare will journey back to Widevale in high spirits, in full expectation of a jubilant homecoming and a tender reunion with his beautiful fiancée, Carsina. But his life is about to take a shocking turn, as the magic in his blood roars to life and forces him to recognize that his most dangerous enemy, an enemy that seeks to destroy all he loves, might dwell within him.
Her Rags-To-Riches Christmas
A Christmas miracle rescue! But dare she wish for more?Wrongfully-convicted and transported to Australia, Alice Fillips is saved from public flogging by wealthy landowner George Fitzgerald. Working as a domestic servant at his farm feels worlds away from her old life. But as the connection between her and George boils over, she’s torn between her fear of trusting anyone…and the tantalising glimpse of the fresh start this man could offer…
Hot Arabian Nights
HOT ARABIAN NIGHTS BY MARGUERITE KAYE4 Seductive, Exotic Historical Romances Be seduced and swept away by these desert princes!THE WIDOW AND THE SHEIKH Abandoned in the desert, Julia Trevelyan finds herself at the mercy of Azhar, an imposing yet impossibly handsome Arabian prince. Determined not to be intimidated by her rescuer – or by their sizzling attraction! – she asks for his help… SHEIKH’S MAIL-ORDER BRIDE Sailing to India to marry a stranger, Constance Montgomery is shipwrecked off the Arabian coast of Murimon. The world believes her lost at sea, and only the kingdom’s ruler, Kadar, knows the truth. She’s honour-bound to leave, but the brooding prince tempts Constance to stay… THE HARLOT AND THE SHEIKH Inheriting a broken kingdom, Prince Rafiq made a vow – to restore its pride by winning a prestigious horse race. He hires an English expert. But even notoriously controlled Rafiq is stunned when his new employee is introduced…as Miss Stephanie Darvill! And Stephanie is shocked, for this hard-hearted desert sheikh calls to Stephanie in the most primal of ways… CLAIMING HIS DESERT PRINCESS Bound to marry for duty, Princess Tahira finds her only freedom in forbidden escapes to the desert. Then one night she encounters a stranger under the stars—adventurer Christopher Fordyce. He’s wildly attractive and thrillingly dangerous…an illicit fantasy she can’t resist!
Marriage Made In Money
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD…After her first disastrous marriage, wealthy heiress Amethyst Cameron swore she’d never take a husband again. Yet her beloved father’s deepest wish is for her to wed an aristocrat to protect her life and reputation.UNTIL THE DEBTS ARE PAID!Lord Montcliffe must marry into money to save his debt-ridden estate, but he doesn’t have to like it – or his bewitching future bride. So he’s stunned by the feelings stirred up by one scorching kiss! But when Daniel uncovers the truth can he accept the real Amethyst and help to banish the ghost of her past for ever?The Penniless Lords… In want of a wealthy wife
The Witch Of Willow Hall
‘This debut recalls Georgette Heyer, with extra spookiness’The Times‘Beautifully written… The Witch of Willow Hall will cast a spell over every reader’Lisa Hall, author of Between You and MeThe must-have historical read for the autumn, perfect for fans of A Discovery of Witches and Outlander.Years after the Salem witch trials one witch remains. She just doesn’t know it… yet.Growing up Lydia Montrose knew she was descended from the legendary witches of Salem but was warned to never show the world what she could do and so slowly forgot her legacy. But Willow Hall has awoken something inside her…1821: Having fled family scandal in Boston Willow Hall seems an idyllic refuge from the world, especially when Lydia meets the previous owner of the house, John Barrett.But a subtle menace haunts the grounds of Willow Hall, with strange voices and ghostly apparitions in the night, calling to Lydia’s secret inheritance and leading to a greater tragedy than she could ever imagine.Can Lydia confront her inner witch and harness her powers or is it too late to save herself and her family from the deadly fate of Willow Hall?‘Steeped in Gothic eeriness it’s spine-tingling and very atmospheric.’ Nicola Cornick, author of The Phantom Tree‘With its sense of creeping menace… this compelling story had me gripped from the first page… ’ Linda Finlay, author of The Flower Seller‘Creepy, tense, heartbreaking and beautifully, achingly romantic.’ Cressida McLaughlinReaders are spellbound by the The Witch of Willow Hall!‘I could NOT put this thing down!’‘The ULTIMATE page turner!’‘What a story! It absolutely captivated me’‘Historical fiction with a side of romance and major helping of creepiness, this debut novel hits the mark!’‘The book pulls you in from the beginning with many twists and turns. I didn't want to put it down, and could not wait to see what was going to happen next.’
1812
Adam Zamoyski’s bestselling account of Napoleon’s invasion of Russia and his catastrophic retreat from Moscow, events that had a profound effect on European history.In 1812 the most powerful man in the world assembled the largest army in history and marched on Moscow with the intention of consolidating his dominion. But within months, Napoleon’s invasion of Russia – history’s first example of total war – had turned into an epic military disaster. Over 400,000 French and Allied troops perished and Napoleon was forced to retreat.Adam Zamoyski’s masterful work draws on the harrowing first-hand accounts of soldiers and civilians on both sides of the conflict. The result takes the reader beyond the invasion of Russia to present both a poignant tale of the individual foot soldier and a sweeping history of a turbulent time.
Devil's Consort
Anne O’Brien’s new novel, Queen of the North, is available to pre-order nowEngland’s Forgotten Queens‘Anne O’Brien has joined the exclusive club of excellent historical novelists.’ – Sunday Express ENGLAND'S MOST RUTHLESS QUEEN. July, 1137. In the baking sunshine of Bordeaux, Eleanor, Duchess of Aquitaine, eagerly awaits her first meeting with the prince who will become her husband.But Louis Capet is no fit match for educated, independent Eleanor. When he inherits the throne of France, it becomes clear that his monastic ways and indecisive rule could cost him his country – and his marriage.Determined to rule her own lands, Eleanor leads the men of Aquitaine on Crusade. The march to Outremer will make her the most scandalous woman in all of Christendom.And one chance meeting between Eleanor and Henry Plantagenet will change the fate of England – forever…Hers is a story of power, political intrigue, passion and love.Praise for Anne O’Brien:‘One of the best writers around…she outdoes even Philippa Gregory’ The Sun‘Her writing is highly evocative of the time period… O’Brien has produced an epic tale’ Historical Novel Society‘Anne O’Brien’s novels give a voice to the “silent” women of history’ Yorkshire Post‘Once again O’Brien proves herself a medieval history magician, conjuring up a sizzling, sweeping story’ Lancashire Evening Post‘An exciting and intriguing story of love and historical politics. If you enjoy Philippa Gregory and Alison Weir you will love Anne O'Brien’ We Love This Book‘A brilliantly researched and well-told story; you won’t be able to put this book down’ Candis‘A fast paced historical drama that is full of suspense.’ Essentials