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The King's Adventurer

Captain John Smith and Pocahontas

By: Jean Plaidy

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The King's Adventurer

Captain John Smith and Pocahontas

By: Jean Plaidy

John Smith, overseas adventurer, feels that something else awaits him. His destiny leads him to the colony of Virginia his wife, his child and his home where he is a distrusted Paleface and a demi-god, and where his life is saved by the beautiful half-wild Pocahontas.

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0006499112

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9780006499114

Myself My Enemy

By: Jean Plaidy

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Myself My Enemy

By: Jean Plaidy

Henrietta Maria's father was murdered and she has grown up in a court of intrigue, constantly on the verge of conflict, until the arrival of the future King of England. Henrietta becomes betrothed to him and embarks on a stormy marriage, which grows into a passionate and steadfast union. Blindly they blunder through the years, watching the rise of men such as Cromwell, Hampden and Pym, unaware of the spies in their own household. There follows the inevitable march to war - the sequel of which is played out on a cold January day in Whitehall.

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Macmillan Reference USA

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0816136866

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9780816136865

Madame Serpent

A Catherine de'

By: Jean Plaidy

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Madame Serpent

A Catherine de'

By: Jean Plaidy

Fourteen-year-old Catherine de’ Medici arrives in Marseilles to marry Henry, Duke of Orleans, second son of the King of France. The brokenhearted Catherine has left her true love in Italy, forced into trading her future happiness for marriage into the French royal family. Amid the glittering fêtes and banquets of the most immoral court in sixteenth-century Europe, the reluctant bride becomes a passionate but unwanted wife. Humiliated and unloved, Catherine spies on Henry and his lover, the infamous Diane de Poitiers. Tortured by what she sees, Catherine becomes consumed by a ruthless ambition destined to make her the most despised woman in France: the dream that one day the French crown will be worn by a Medici heir. . . .

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Simon and Schuster

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1451686218

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9781451686210

Saint Thomas's Eve

(The Tudor saga: book 6): a story of ambition, commitment and conviction from the undisputed Queen of British historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

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Saint Thomas's Eve

(The Tudor saga: book 6): a story of ambition, commitment and conviction from the undisputed Queen of British historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

Step back in time with multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy as she expertly paints a picture of Tudor England and its capricious and fickle King and court. This captivating and compelling historical novel is perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory. 'Plaidy brings home the tyranny of Tudor government' -- Times Literary Supplement 'Jean Plaidy's graceful study of Sir Thomas More and his family makes a novel that the reader can sink into and enjoy... sketched vividly and sympathetically. A rewarding book' -- Scotsman 'These books are page-turners; they offer a wonderful way to learn about history... and their stories will remain with you for ever' -- Daily Express 'A moving, beautiful inspiration of a book' -- ***** Reader review 'Jean Plaidy has a talent for bringing historical figures to life' -- ***** Reader review 'Great read!' -- ***** Reader review ************************************************************************************** Henry VII once warned his son, the future King of England, not to trust Thomas More; years later that same son made More his confidante and advisor. But the allegiance is dangerously one-sided. A family man, lawyer and writer, More's ambitions are humble, whilst Henry's are endless. As More's career at court rises so too does his religious fervour, much to the concern of his eldest daughter, Margaret More. Meg, as she is fondly called, is torn between her heretic husband and the secrets her father has confided in her, and already fears that one day her father will make the ultimate sacrifice for his faith. The Tudor saga continues in The Sixth Wife.

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1446411656

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The Heart of the Lion

(The Plantagenets: book III): an engrossing historical drama of politics and passion from the Queen of English historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Heart of the Lion

(The Plantagenets: book III): an engrossing historical drama of politics and passion from the Queen of English historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

A fascinating story of crusades and the desire to capture countries, hearts...and the throne. If you like Philippa Gregory, you will love this historical page-turner from multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy. 'Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama' -- New York Times 'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting.' -- Observer 'Oh my goodness how I enjoyed this read ...!' -- ***** Reader review 'Excellent page-turning read for history lovers' -- ***** Reader review 'Couldn't put this down' -- ***** Reader review 'Jean Plaidy really brings history to life' -- ***** Reader review ************************************************************************************************ At the age of thirty-two, Richard the Lionheart has finally succeeded Henry II to the English throne. And, against his father's wishes, he intends to make Berengaria, daughter of the King of Navarre, his Queen. But first he must fulfil his vow to his country to win back Jerusalem for the Christian world. Leaving England to begin his crusade, Richard's kingdom is left in the hands of his brother, John, who casts covetous eyes on the crown, and his sister, Joanna, who is willing to defy even a king.

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1446411745

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9781446411742

Defenders of the Faith

By: Jean Plaidy,Ellalice Tate

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Defenders of the Faith

By: Jean Plaidy,Ellalice Tate

Set in England and Spain during the turbulent days when the Tutor succession was in dispute, this is the story of a family who came to know the wrath of the Spanish Inquisition. The two main characters are cousins, one daring, brave and adventurous, the other quiet and thoughtful.

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0709111053

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The Courts of Love

The Story of Eleanor of Aquitaine

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Courts of Love

The Story of Eleanor of Aquitaine

By: Jean Plaidy

When I look back over my long and tempestuous life, I can see that much of what happened to me—my triumphs and most of my misfortunes—was due to my passionate relationships with men. I was a woman who considered herself their equal—and in many ways their superior—but it seemed that I depended on them, while seeking to be the dominant partner—an attitude which could hardly be expected to bring about a harmonious existence. Eleanor of Aquitaine was revered for her superior intellect, extraordinary courage, and fierce loyalty. She was equally famous for her turbulent relationships, which included marriages to the kings of both France and England. As a child, Eleanor reveled in her beloved grandfather’s Courts of Love, where troubadours sang of romantic devotion and passion filled the air. In 1137, at the age of fifteen, Eleanor became Duchess of Aquitaine, the richest province in Europe. A union with Louis VII allowed her to ascend the French throne, yet he was a tepid and possessive man and no match for a young woman raised in the Courts of Love. When Eleanor met the magnetic Henry II, the first Plantagenet King of England, their stormy pairing set great change in motion—and produced many sons and daughters, two of whom would one day reign in their own right. In this majestic and sweeping story, set against a backdrop of medieval politics, intrigue, and strife, Jean Plaidy weaves a tapestry of love, passion, betrayal, and heartbreak—and reveals the life of a most remarkable woman whose iron will and political savvy enabled her to hold her own against the most powerful men of her time.

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0307347079

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9780307347077

William's Wife

By: Jean Plaidy

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William's Wife

By: Jean Plaidy

Fortune placed Lady Mary, elder daughter of the Duke of York, in line for England's throne -- and thrust this gentle beauty, at age fifteen, into a loveless political marriage with her cold-hearted Protestant cousin, William of Orange. In her own poignant words, Lady Mary recounts her strange and haunting story: a happy childhood in merry England under King Charles II, her dark and lonely years in Holland, and the upheavals that brought her home once more as England's honored queen. Hers is a richly royal story, with kings and queens, princesses and princes, playing their noble or shameful roles upon Europe's brilliant stage. Among these towering figures Lady Mary's lot had been cast, among them she would grow strong or perish....

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Ivy Books

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0449222845

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The Reluctant Queen

The Story of Anne of York

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Reluctant Queen

The Story of Anne of York

By: Jean Plaidy

In 1470, a reluctant Lady Anne Neville is betrothed by her father, the politically ambitious Earl of Warwick, to Edward, Prince of Wales. A gentle yet fiercely intelligent woman, Anne has already given her heart to the prince’s younger brother, Richard, Duke of Gloucester. Unable to oppose her father’s will, she finds herself in line for the throne of England—an obligation that she does not want. Yet fate intervenes when Edward is killed at the Battle of Tewkesbury. Anne suddenly finds herself free to marry the man she loves—and who loves her in return. The ceremony is held at Westminster Abbey, and the duke and duchess make a happy home at Middleham Castle, where both spent much of their childhood. Their life is idyllic, until the reigning king dies and a whirlwind of dynastic maneuvering leads to his children being declared illegitimate. Richard inherits the throne as King Richard III, and Anne is crowned queen consort, a destiny she thought she had successfully avoided. Her husband’s reign lasts two years, two months, and two days—and in that short time Anne witnesses the true toll that wearing the crown takes on Richard, the last king from the House of York.

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0307394328

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9780307394323

Caroline, the Queen

By: Jean Plaidy

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Caroline, the Queen

By: Jean Plaidy

A novel of George II and Caroline of Ansback.

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Leicester : Ulverscroft

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0854565957

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9780854565955

Uneasy Lies the Head

By: Jean Plaidy

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Uneasy Lies the Head

By: Jean Plaidy

If you like Philippa Gregory, you will love this vibrant and captivating historical page-turner from multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy - the perfect blend of history with romance and drama. 'Full - bloodied, dramatic, exciting' - THE OBSERVER 'Plaidy, by the skilful blending of superb storytelling and meticulous attention to authenticity of detail and depth of characterization has become one of the country's most widely read novelists.' - THE SUNDAY TIMES 'It is hard to better Jean Plaidy . . . both elegant and exciting' - DAILY MIRROR 'Excellent. Jean Plaidy really knows how to bring history to life.' -- ***** Reader review 'Great, exciting. Couldn't put down' -- ***** Reader review *********************************************** In the aftermath of the bloody Wars of the Roses, Henry Tudor has seized the English crown, finally uniting the warring Houses of York and Lancaster through his marriage to Elizabeth of York. But whilst Henry VII rules wisely and justly, he is haunted by Elizabeth's missing brothers; the infamous two Princes, their fate in the Tower forever a shrouded secret. Then tragedy strikes at the heart of Henry's family, and it is against his own son that the king must fight for a bride and his throne... The Tudor Saga continues in Katharine, the Virgin Widow.

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0099492482

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9780099492481

The Reluctant Queen

By: Jean Plaidy,Jill Beeching

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The Reluctant Queen

By: Jean Plaidy,Jill Beeching

Historical novel set during the Wars of the Roses, based on the life of Anne Neville, daughter of the great Earl of Warwick. Suitable for adult literacy and learners of English as a second language.

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0140814701

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Mary, Queen of France

The Story of the Youngest Sister of Henry VIII

By: Jean Plaidy

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Mary, Queen of France

The Story of the Youngest Sister of Henry VIII

By: Jean Plaidy

Legendary historical novelist Jean Plaidy brings to life the story of Princess Mary Tudor, a celebrated beauty and born rebel who would defy the most powerful king in Europe—her older brother. Princess Mary Rose is the youngest sister of Henry VIII, and one of the few people whom he adores unconditionally. Known throughout Europe for her charm and good looks, Mary is the golden child of the Tudor family and is granted her every wish. Except when it comes to marriage. Henry VIII, locked in a political showdown with France, decides to offer up his pampered baby sister to secure peace between the two mighty kingdoms. Innocent, teenage Mary must become the wife of the elderly King Louis, a toothless, ailing man in his sixties. Horrified and furious, Mary has no choice but to sail for France. There she hones her political skills, bides her time, and remains secretly in love with Charles Brandon, the Duke of Suffolk. When King Louis dies after only two years of marriage, Mary is determined not to be sold into another unhappy union. She must act quickly; if she wants to be with the man she truly loves, she must defy the laws of church and state by marrying without her brother’s permission. Together, Mary and Charles devise a scheme to outwit the most ruthless king in Europe and gain their hearts’ desire, not knowing if it will lead to marital bliss or certain death.

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0307496708

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9780307496706

To Hold The Crown

By: Jean Plaidy

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To Hold The Crown

By: Jean Plaidy

Henry Tudor was not born to the throne of England: both violence and his marriage to Elizabeth of York, daughter and direct heir of King Edward IV, helped him secure the throne for himself and for generations to come. Though Henry and Elizabeth’s union was born from political necessity, it became a love story that led to seven children as well as both heartbreak and happiness.

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1443404950

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9781443404952

The Battle of the Queens

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Battle of the Queens

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The first half of the 13th century is dominated by two women, as proud and ambitious as they are beautiful, yet different in all other ways. Isabella is a medieval Helen of Troy, flamboyant and passionate - wife to King John and mother to Henry III. Blanche of Castile, serene and virtuous, is Queen of France, wife of Louis VIII and mother of Louis IX. The two women hated each other on sight. Isabella will stop at nothing, not even murder, in her passion to destroy the French queen ...

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009951026X

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9780099510260

The Sixth Wife

The Story of Katherine Parr

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Sixth Wife

The Story of Katherine Parr

By: Jean Plaidy

Dangerous court intrigue and affairs of the heart collide as renowned novelist Jean Plaidy tells the story of Katherine Parr, the last of Henry VIII’s six queens. Henry VIII’s fifth wife, Katherine Howard, was both foolish and unfaithful, and she paid for it with her life. Henry vowed that his sixth wife would be different, and she was. Katherine Parr was twice widowed and thirty-one years old. A thoughtful, well-read lady, she was known at court for her unblemished reputation and her kind heart. She had hoped to marry for love and had set her heart on Thomas Seymour, the dashing brother of Henry’s third queen. But the aging king—more in need of a nurse than a wife—was drawn to her, and Katherine could not refuse his proposal of marriage. Queen Katherine was able to soothe the King’s notorious temper, and his three children grew fond of her, the only mother they had ever really known. Trapped in a loveless marriage to a volatile tyrant, books were Katherine’s consolation. But among her intellectual pursuits was an interest in Lutheranism—a religion that the king saw as a threat to his supremacy as head of the new Church of England. Courtiers envious of the Queen’s influence over Henry sought to destroy her by linking her with the “radical” religious reformers. Henry raged that Katherine had betrayed him, and had a warrant drawn up for her arrest and imprisonment. At court it was whispered that the king would soon execute yet another wife. Henry’s sixth wife would have to rely on her wits to survive where two other women had perished. . . .

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0307497887

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9780307497888

The Passionate Enemies

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Passionate Enemies

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Henry I of England is without an heir, and his daughter Matilda--married to the German emperor--and his nephew Stephen vie to gain unrestricted control of the throne

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0399124136

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Light on Lucrezia

A Novel of the Borgias

By: Jean Plaidy

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Light on Lucrezia

A Novel of the Borgias

By: Jean Plaidy

Some said she was an elegant seductress. Others swore she was an incestuous murderess. It didn’t matter what they called her. She was the most dangerous and sought-after woman in all of Rome. She was Lucrezia Borgia. Born into Rome’s notorious Borgia family, young Lucrezia led a life colored by violence and betrayal. Now, married for the second time at just eighteen, she hopes for happiness with her handsome husband, Alfonso. But faced with brutal murder, she’s soon torn between her love for her husband and her devotion to her brother Cesare . . . And in the days when the Borgias ruled Italy, no one was safe from the long arm of their power. Even Lucrezia. In this compelling story of a beautiful woman caught up in a tortuous web of fear and love, Jean Plaidy sheds light on the much maligned Lucrezia and vividly brings her to life.

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0307887553

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The Road to Compiegne

(French Revolution)

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Road to Compiegne

(French Revolution)

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The second of Jean Plaidy's flamboyant French Revolution series. No longer the well-beloved, Louis XV is becoming ever more unpopular - the huge expense of his court and decades of costly warfare having taken their toll. As the discontent grows, Louis seeks refuge in his extravagances and his mistress, the powerful Marquise de Pompadour. Suspicions, plots and rivalry are rife as Louis's daughters and lovers jostle for his attention and their own standing at Court. Ignoring the unrest in Paris, Louis continues to indulge in frivolities. But how long will Paris stay silent when the death of the Marquise de Pompadour leads to yet another mistress influencing the King?

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1446411958

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Queen Jezebel

(Medici Trilogy)

By: Jean Plaidy

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Queen Jezebel

(Medici Trilogy)

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Catherine de' Medici is about to unveil her most bloody plot for power... The ageing Catherine de' Medici has arranged the marriage of her beautiful Catholic daughter Margot to the uncouth Huguenot King Henry of Navarre. Margot, still desperately in love with Henry de Guise, refuses to utter her vows. But even Catherine is unable to anticipate the carnage that this unholy union is to bring about ... In the midst of an August heatwave, tensions run high: the marriage hasn't brough peace between Catholics and Huguenots. Realising her weakening power over her sickly son, King Charles, Catherine persuades him of a plot against his life. Mad with fear, Charles agrees to a massacre that will rid France of its 'pestilential Huguenots for ever'. And so the carnival of butchery begins, marking years of terror and upheaval that will end in the demise of kings, and finally expose Catherine's lifetime of depraved scheming...

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1446441377

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Mary, Queen Of France

By: Jean Plaidy

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Mary, Queen Of France

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Henry VIII, locked in a political showdown with France, offers up his beautiful sister, Princess Mary Rose, to secure peace between the two mighty kingdoms. Teenage Mary becomes the wife of the elderly King Louis, but remains secretly in love with Charles Brandon, the Duke of Suffolk. When King Louis dies two years later, Mary must act quickly to be with the man she loves. Mary and Charles devise a scheme to outwit the king, not knowing if it will lead to marital bliss or certain death.

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1443404926

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Daughter of Satan

By: Jean Plaidy

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Daughter of Satan

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A young woman believed to be the daughter of the devil leaves Plymouth, England, for the New World in hopes of escaping violence and intolerance.

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0753166674

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Epitaph for Three Women

(Plantagenet Saga)

By: Jean Plaidy

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Epitaph for Three Women

(Plantagenet Saga)

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The lives of three women who transformed history are brought vividly to life in this unforgettable novel. On the death of Henry the fifth, a nine-month-old baby is made King of England. Ambitious men surround the baby king, including his two uncles, the Dukes of Bedford and Gloucester. Shrewd and clever, Bedford seeks to uphold all his late brother had won and preserve it for young Henry the sixth. Gloucester, a man of poor judgment, greedy for wealth and power, has other ideas. In Lancastrian England and war-torn France, there are three women whose lives are to have a marked effect on the future. Katherine de Valois, haunted by an unhappy childhood, finds love in an unexpected quarter and founds the Tudor dynasty; Joan of Arc leaves her village pastures on the command of heavenly voices; and Eleanor of Gloucester is drawn into a murder plot and becomes the centre of a cause célèbre. Murder, greed and ambition flourish alongside sacrifice, dedication and courage. These are turbulent times as the defeated become the victorious...

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1446428044

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Flaunting, Extravagant Queen

(French Revolution)

By: Jean Plaidy

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Flaunting, Extravagant Queen

(French Revolution)

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Jean Plaidy's last French Revolution novel, featuring the tragic Marie Antoinette. At the age of fifteen, Marie Antoinette, beautiful and charming bride to the impotent Dauphin, is plunged into the intrigue of Versailles. Frivolous and reckless, she flouts the strict and demanding etiquette of the glittering court, and discovers the true nature of love, hate and jealousy. But the clouds of revolution are overhead, and Marie Antoinette, who only wishes to enjoy life, learns too late that the price of her enjoyment is very high...

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1446411982

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The Queen's Devotion

The Story of Queen Mary II

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Queen's Devotion

The Story of Queen Mary II

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A daughter’s love. A monarch’s duty. On the road to greatness, one young woman must make an unthinkable choice. For Princess Mary, life has never been simple, but through it all the love of her father, the Duke of York, has been a constant and reliable comfort. Despite his own loyalty to the Catholic Church, the Duke and his brother, King Charles II, raised Mary as a Protestant to protect her in a time of religious and political upheaval. In order to cement this safety and to ensure the stability of the family line, at age fifteen, Mary is married to her Protestant first cousin William, Prince of Orange. However, in post-Restoration England, matters are rarely so simply settled. When Mary’s uncle, King Charles II, dies suddenly and without an heir, her beloved father is crowned James II. But a Catholic king is not the will of the people, and even Mary’s own husband is crying out for change. Can Mary take part in actions that will ultimately remove her own father from the throne and endanger his life? With family loyalty and the will of a nation at odds, what choice can a young princess make? With emotional clarity and vivid historical detail, beloved author Jean Plaidy brings us into the court and behind the scenes as history unfolds—and the young princess and her groom become William and Mary—the legendary monarchs, and the only co-regents in the history of a nation.

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0307409228

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9780307409225

The Shadow of the Pomegranate

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Shadow of the Pomegranate

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Katharine of Aragon's marriage to her beloved King Henry VIII is under threat. This is the third of Jean Plaidy's Tudor novels, continuing the story of Katharine of Aragon's failing marriage to the adulterous Henry VIII.

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0099493152

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9780099493150

The King's Secret Matter

By: Jean Plaidy

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The King's Secret Matter

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Historical romance at its very best: fans of Philippa Gregory will love this captivating journey back in time from multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy. 'Jean Plaidy conveys the texture of various patches of the past with such rich complexity' - Guardian 'These books are page-turners; they offer a wonderful way to learn about history... and their stories will remain with you for ever' -- Daily Express 'Every bit as exciting and moving today as they were when first written.' -- Woman & Home 'Such an amazing book! Full of twists and turns, kept me hooked!' -- ***** Reader reviews 'Another masterpiece from Jean Plaidy about Henry VIII.' -- ***** Reader reviews ***************************************************************************** After twelve years of marriage, the once fortuitous union of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has declined into a loveless stalemate. Their only child, Mary, is disregarded as a suitable heir, and Henry's need for a legitimate son to protect the Tudor throne has turned him into a callous and greatly feared ruler. When the young and intriguing Anne Boleyn arrives from the French court, Henry is easily captivated by her dark beauty and bold spirit. But his desire to possess the wily girl leads to a deadly struggle of power that promises to tear apart the lives of Katharine and Mary, and forever change England's faith... The Tudor saga continues in Murder Most Royal.

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0099493160

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The Captive of Kensington Palace

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Captive of Kensington Palace

By: Jean Plaidy

Princess Victoria, within Kensington Palace, is being moulded for her future as Queen of England. Closely guarded, she becomes aware of the conflicts surrounding her. Growing up is proving difficult for the princess. She longs for her eighteenth birthday when she will be free, to rule the nation and re-acquaint herself with Prince Albert.

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0099513528

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The Road to Compiègne

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Road to Compiègne

By: Jean Plaidy

No longer the well-beloved, Louis XV is becoming ever more unpopular - the huge expense of his court and decades of costly warfare having taken their toll. As the discontent grows, Louis seeks refuge in his extravagences and his mistress, the powerful Marquis de Pompadour.

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0753188392

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9780753188392

In the Shadow of the Crown

By: Jean Plaidy

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In the Shadow of the Crown

By: Jean Plaidy

Daughter of the notorious Henry VIII, Mary Tudor, Bloody Mary, struggled to keep her crown just as she struggled to acquire it. Her fascinating story and the an era of England's most turbulent history is brought to vivid life.

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386

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Putnam Publishing Group

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0399134298

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9780399134296

Katharine, the Virgin Widow

By: Jean Plaidy

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Katharine, the Virgin Widow

By: Jean Plaidy

Set against a backdrop of English and Spanish intrigue, this is the story of Katharine of Aragon, a princess exiled in a foreign land, and the handsome, wayward prince, destined to become Henry VIII, who alone has the power to rescue her by making her his queen.

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Random House

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0099493144

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9780099493143

The Scarlet Cloak

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Scarlet Cloak

By: Jean Plaidy

A vivid Novel of Spain, England, and France during the tumultous years of the Inquisition, by one of England's most renowned historical novelest.

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0399137831

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9780399137839

The Queen From Provence

(The Plantagenets: book VI): a wonderfully evocative and beautifully atmospheric novel bringing the Plantagenets to life from the Queen of English historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Queen From Provence

(The Plantagenets: book VI): a wonderfully evocative and beautifully atmospheric novel bringing the Plantagenets to life from the Queen of English historical fiction

By: Jean Plaidy

The public pay a price for personal excess in this captivating and dramatic historical novel by multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy. Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory. 'It's hard to better Jean Plaidy ... both elegant and exciting as she steers a stylish path through the feuding Plantaganets' -- Daily Mirror 'Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama' -- New York Times 'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting' -- Observer 'Fascinating' -- ***** Reader review 'Couldn't put it down' -- ***** Reader review 'Grabs you from the first page and doesn't let go' -- ***** Reader review 'Another first class read from Ms. Plaidy!' -- ***** Reader review ********************************************************************************************************** Marguerite, eldest daughter of the Count of Provence, had married a king of France - and now her sister Eleanor is determined to make just as grand a match. Good fortune and wily cunning bring her Henry of England. A good and generous husband but a weak king, he rules a nation that still remembers his cruel and foolish father, King John. As Henry showers gifts on his new bride, his extravagance forces him to levy ever greater taxation on the land, and the spectre of revolt soon looms against him. For Simon de Montfort, the adventurer who will give England its first true parliament, the house of destiny is at hand...

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1446427048

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9781446427040

The Princess of Celle

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Princess of Celle

By: Jean Plaidy

After her marriage to the ruthless, dissolute man who would claim the British throne as George I, the beautiful, virtuous Sophia Dorothea is neglected until she falls in love with Swedish adventurer Count Konigsmarck.

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Putnam Adult

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0399130705

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9780399130700

The Sixth Wife

The Story of Katherine Parr

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Sixth Wife

The Story of Katherine Parr

By: Jean Plaidy

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Crown

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0307497887

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9780307497888

The Italian Woman

A Catherine De' Medici Novel

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Italian Woman

A Catherine De' Medici Novel

By: Jean Plaidy

Originally published in the United Kingdom in 1952 by Robert Hale Ltd."--T.p. verso.

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Simon and Schuster

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1451686528

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9781451686524

The Thistle and the Rose

The Story of Margaret, Princess of England, Queen of Scotland

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Thistle and the Rose

The Story of Margaret, Princess of England, Queen of Scotland

By: Jean Plaidy

From the pen of the legendary historical novelist Jean Plaidy comes the story of Princess Margaret Tudor, whose life of tragedy, bloodshed, and scandal would rival even that of her younger brother, Henry VIII. Princess Margaret Tudor is the greatest prize when her father, Henry VII, negotiates the Treaty of Perpetual Peace with neighboring Scotland. The betrothal is meant to end decades of bloody border wars, but it becomes a love match: To Margaret’s surprise, she finds joy in her marriage to the dashing James IV of Scotland, a man sixteen years her senior. But the marriage, and the peace it brings to both nations, does not last. When King James is struck down by the armies of Henry VIII, Margaret—Princess of England, but Queen of Scotland—finds herself torn between loyalty to the land and family of her birth and to that of her baby son, now King of the Scots. She decides to remain in Scotland and carve out her own destiny, surviving a scandalous second marriage and battling with both her son and her brother to the very end. Like all the Tudors, Margaret’s life would be one of turmoil and controversy, but through her descendants, England and Scotland would unite as one nation, under one rule, and find peace.

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393

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Crown

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030749828X

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9780307498281

The Rose Without a Thorn

A Novel

By: Jean Plaidy

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The Rose Without a Thorn

A Novel

By: Jean Plaidy

From the pen of legendary historical novelist Jean Plaidy comes an unforgettable true story of royalty, passion, and innocence lost. Born into an impoverished branch of the noble Howard family, young Katherine is plucked from her home to live with her grandmother, the Duchess of Norfolk. The innocent girl quickly learns that her grandmother’s puritanism is not shared by Katherine’s free-spirited cousins, with whom she lives. Beautiful and impressionable, Katherine becomes involved in two ill-fated love affairs before her sixteenth birthday. Like her cousin Anne Boleyn, she leaves her grandmother’s home to become a lady-in-waiting at the court of Henry VIII. The royal palaces are exciting to a young girl from the country, and Katherine finds that her duties there allow her to be near her handsome cousin, Thomas Culpepper, whom she has loved since childhood. But when Katherine catches the eye of the aging and unhappily married king, she is forced to abandon her plans for a life with Thomas and marry King Henry. Overwhelmed by the change in her fortunes, bewildered and flattered by the adoration of her husband, Katherine is dazzled by the royal life. But her bliss is short-lived as rumors of her wayward past come back to haunt her, and Katherine’s destiny takes another, deadly, turn.

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Crown

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0307497615

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9780307497611

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