Author: Jean Plaidy
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307589587
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Power-hungry monarch, cold-blooded murderer, obsessive monster—who could love such a man? Set against the glittering courts of sixteenth-century Europe, the Spain of the dreaded Inquisition, and the tortured England of Bloody Mary, For a Queen’s Love is the story of Philip II of Spain—and of the women who loved him as a husband and father. Philip was a dark and troubled man, who, like many royals, had been robbed of his childhood. His first marriage, a romantic union with childlike Maria Manoela, brought him tragedy and a troublesome son, Don Carlos. Then followed marriage with the jealously possessive Mary Tudor, a political union that ultimately failed to bring Philip an heir that would solidify the unified power he so deeply desired. And finally, marriage again to a young bride Philip stole from his unbalanced son, sowing the seeds of brutal murder. But history is seldom what it seems, and in the hands of beloved author Jean Plaidy, we hear another side to the story of Philip II—the most powerful of kings who was at once fanatic, murderer, husband, father, and lover.
For a Queen's Love
Author: Jean Plaidy
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307589587
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Power-hungry monarch, cold-blooded murderer, obsessive monster—who could love such a man? Set against the glittering courts of sixteenth-century Europe, the Spain of the dreaded Inquisition, and the tortured England of Bloody Mary, For a Queen’s Love is the story of Philip II of Spain—and of the women who loved him as a husband and father. Philip was a dark and troubled man, who, like many royals, had been robbed of his childhood. His first marriage, a romantic union with childlike Maria Manoela, brought him tragedy and a troublesome son, Don Carlos. Then followed marriage with the jealously possessive Mary Tudor, a political union that ultimately failed to bring Philip an heir that would solidify the unified power he so deeply desired. And finally, marriage again to a young bride Philip stole from his unbalanced son, sowing the seeds of brutal murder. But history is seldom what it seems, and in the hands of beloved author Jean Plaidy, we hear another side to the story of Philip II—the most powerful of kings who was at once fanatic, murderer, husband, father, and lover.
Publisher: Crown
ISBN: 0307589587
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Power-hungry monarch, cold-blooded murderer, obsessive monster—who could love such a man? Set against the glittering courts of sixteenth-century Europe, the Spain of the dreaded Inquisition, and the tortured England of Bloody Mary, For a Queen’s Love is the story of Philip II of Spain—and of the women who loved him as a husband and father. Philip was a dark and troubled man, who, like many royals, had been robbed of his childhood. His first marriage, a romantic union with childlike Maria Manoela, brought him tragedy and a troublesome son, Don Carlos. Then followed marriage with the jealously possessive Mary Tudor, a political union that ultimately failed to bring Philip an heir that would solidify the unified power he so deeply desired. And finally, marriage again to a young bride Philip stole from his unbalanced son, sowing the seeds of brutal murder. But history is seldom what it seems, and in the hands of beloved author Jean Plaidy, we hear another side to the story of Philip II—the most powerful of kings who was at once fanatic, murderer, husband, father, and lover.
The Unbound Queen: A Romantic Fantasy Novel
Author: M.J. Scott
Publisher: emscott enterprises
ISBN: 0648481409
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Step into the world of The Four Arts. A romantic historical fantasy series from RITA® Award nominated author M.J. Scott. She ran to save her life. Now what . . . Lady Sophia Mackenzie has left almost everything behind. Her country. Her family. Her trust in the queen she suspects tried to kill her. All she has left is her own fledgling magic and her new husband, Cameron. But having fled Anglion to stay alive, she now has to learn how to face the dangers and temptations of Illvya, a land where the magic they practice is everything she’s been raised to fear. To those who rule Illvya—the mages with their demon familiars and the parliament—having an unbound royal witch like Sophie in their midst is to some an unparalleled opportunity and to others an unbearable threat. As factions form around them, Sophia and Cameron struggle to navigate the intrigues and repercussions of their flight from Anglion. Illvya seeks to control them and Anglion may well still be trying to kill them. As their choices close in around them and Sophia begins to discover the potential of her powers, their bond—both magical and emotional—is pushed to the limit. In the end, in order to survive, Sophia will have to decide between loyalty and destiny and hope the price of her choice is one she can bear to pay . . . The Unbound Queen is the final book in the Four Arts trilogy, a complete romantic gaslamp fantasy series from RITA® Award nominated author M.J. Scott. Perfect if you love fantasies with royal turmoil, witches, gaslamp vibes, marriages of convenience, protective heroes, sexy times and political intrigues. Enjoy! Author's note: For tropes and CW, please check the author's website.
Publisher: emscott enterprises
ISBN: 0648481409
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 392
Book Description
Step into the world of The Four Arts. A romantic historical fantasy series from RITA® Award nominated author M.J. Scott. She ran to save her life. Now what . . . Lady Sophia Mackenzie has left almost everything behind. Her country. Her family. Her trust in the queen she suspects tried to kill her. All she has left is her own fledgling magic and her new husband, Cameron. But having fled Anglion to stay alive, she now has to learn how to face the dangers and temptations of Illvya, a land where the magic they practice is everything she’s been raised to fear. To those who rule Illvya—the mages with their demon familiars and the parliament—having an unbound royal witch like Sophie in their midst is to some an unparalleled opportunity and to others an unbearable threat. As factions form around them, Sophia and Cameron struggle to navigate the intrigues and repercussions of their flight from Anglion. Illvya seeks to control them and Anglion may well still be trying to kill them. As their choices close in around them and Sophia begins to discover the potential of her powers, their bond—both magical and emotional—is pushed to the limit. In the end, in order to survive, Sophia will have to decide between loyalty and destiny and hope the price of her choice is one she can bear to pay . . . The Unbound Queen is the final book in the Four Arts trilogy, a complete romantic gaslamp fantasy series from RITA® Award nominated author M.J. Scott. Perfect if you love fantasies with royal turmoil, witches, gaslamp vibes, marriages of convenience, protective heroes, sexy times and political intrigues. Enjoy! Author's note: For tropes and CW, please check the author's website.
The Romance of Adultery
Author: Peggy McCracken
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812234324
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"A provocative study of an intriguing subject. . . . The Romance of Adultery establishes perceptive and tantalizing connections between literature and history while sensibly resisting the teptation to see the former as a reflection of the latter."—Romance Philology
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812234324
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
"A provocative study of an intriguing subject. . . . The Romance of Adultery establishes perceptive and tantalizing connections between literature and history while sensibly resisting the teptation to see the former as a reflection of the latter."—Romance Philology
First Night of Evening Queen - Romantic Love Story of Married Couples
Author: Director Satishkumar
Publisher: Roaring Creations Private Limited
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
First Night of Evening Queen - Romantic Love Story of Married Couples About the Book : "First Night of Evening Queen" is the romantic love story of a beautiful young woman named Suma, who has an evening blindness. Suma had an evening blindness. But she kept it as a secret and worked as a teacher in a school. However, Rakesh falls in love with her and marries her. This story beautifully explains how a evening blind woman manages her marital life after getting married. The decision taken by her in the first night makes her naughty husband even more naughty. Rakesh was spending romantic nights with his evening blind beautiful wife. Suma is also happy with her naughty husband who loves her immensely. But the bad eye of a lustful villain falls on her beauty. He tries to exploit her in the evening in the absence of her husband. Pretending to be her husband, he puts his hand on her sari and tries to misuse her sexually. How she escapes from him and after that how she spends her life with her husband romantically is the soul of this story. It is a pure romantic love story of a married couple with the shadow of a crime thriller. Those who read romantic love stories with a good mind, they can read this story without any hesitation. About The Book Rights All Rights of this book are fully reserved by Director Satishkumar and Roaring Creations Private Limited India. No part of this book can be copied, translated or re published anywhere without the written permission of Director Satishkumar. If such violation of copyrights found to us, then we legally punish to copy cats and recover our loss by them only. © Director Satishkumar About Author - Director Satishkumar Satishkumar is a young multi language writer (English, Hindi,Marathi and Kannada), Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur and independent filmmaker from India. And also he is the founder and CEO of Roaring Creations Pvt Ltd India. For more updates follow him on all social media sites. Thanks You.... Book Tags ; English Books, English Novels, English Ebooks, English Love Stories, English story books, Best Books, Best English Books, Best novels, Best Indian Books, English books of director Satishkumar, First Love Story, true love stories, Best romance novels, Indian Love Stories, Fictional stories, Fictional love stories, Couples love stories, Husband wife love stories, Married couples love stories, married life stories, Romantic love stories, Naughty Love Stories, Newly Married Couples stories, Romance stories, Romantic novel, Romantic stories, Crime Stories, English Crime stories, Crime Thriller Stories, fictional romance books, romantic fictions,
Publisher: Roaring Creations Private Limited
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
First Night of Evening Queen - Romantic Love Story of Married Couples About the Book : "First Night of Evening Queen" is the romantic love story of a beautiful young woman named Suma, who has an evening blindness. Suma had an evening blindness. But she kept it as a secret and worked as a teacher in a school. However, Rakesh falls in love with her and marries her. This story beautifully explains how a evening blind woman manages her marital life after getting married. The decision taken by her in the first night makes her naughty husband even more naughty. Rakesh was spending romantic nights with his evening blind beautiful wife. Suma is also happy with her naughty husband who loves her immensely. But the bad eye of a lustful villain falls on her beauty. He tries to exploit her in the evening in the absence of her husband. Pretending to be her husband, he puts his hand on her sari and tries to misuse her sexually. How she escapes from him and after that how she spends her life with her husband romantically is the soul of this story. It is a pure romantic love story of a married couple with the shadow of a crime thriller. Those who read romantic love stories with a good mind, they can read this story without any hesitation. About The Book Rights All Rights of this book are fully reserved by Director Satishkumar and Roaring Creations Private Limited India. No part of this book can be copied, translated or re published anywhere without the written permission of Director Satishkumar. If such violation of copyrights found to us, then we legally punish to copy cats and recover our loss by them only. © Director Satishkumar About Author - Director Satishkumar Satishkumar is a young multi language writer (English, Hindi,Marathi and Kannada), Motivational Speaker, Entrepreneur and independent filmmaker from India. And also he is the founder and CEO of Roaring Creations Pvt Ltd India. For more updates follow him on all social media sites. Thanks You.... Book Tags ; English Books, English Novels, English Ebooks, English Love Stories, English story books, Best Books, Best English Books, Best novels, Best Indian Books, English books of director Satishkumar, First Love Story, true love stories, Best romance novels, Indian Love Stories, Fictional stories, Fictional love stories, Couples love stories, Husband wife love stories, Married couples love stories, married life stories, Romantic love stories, Naughty Love Stories, Newly Married Couples stories, Romance stories, Romantic novel, Romantic stories, Crime Stories, English Crime stories, Crime Thriller Stories, fictional romance books, romantic fictions,
The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love
Author: Jill Conner Browne
Publisher: Crown Archetype
ISBN: 1400082854
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
To know the Sweet Potato Queens is to love them, and if you haven't heard about them yet, you will. Since the early 1980s, this group of belles gone bad has been the toast of Jackson, Mississippi, with their glorious annual appearance in the St. Patrick's Day parade. In The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love, their royal ringleader, Jill Conner Browne, introduces the Queens to the world with this sly, hilarious manifesto about love, life, men, and the importance of being prepared. Chapters include: • The True Magic Words Guaranteed to Get Any Man to Do Your Bidding • The Five Men You Must Have in Your Life at All Times • Men Who May Need Killing, Quite Frankly • What to Eat When Tragedy Strikes, or Just for Entertainment • The Best Advice Ever Given in the Entire History of the World From tales of the infamous Sweet Potato Queens' Promise to the joys of Chocolate Stuff and Fat Mama's Knock You Naked Margaritas, this irreverent, shamelessly funny book is the gen-u-wine article.
Publisher: Crown Archetype
ISBN: 1400082854
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
To know the Sweet Potato Queens is to love them, and if you haven't heard about them yet, you will. Since the early 1980s, this group of belles gone bad has been the toast of Jackson, Mississippi, with their glorious annual appearance in the St. Patrick's Day parade. In The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love, their royal ringleader, Jill Conner Browne, introduces the Queens to the world with this sly, hilarious manifesto about love, life, men, and the importance of being prepared. Chapters include: • The True Magic Words Guaranteed to Get Any Man to Do Your Bidding • The Five Men You Must Have in Your Life at All Times • Men Who May Need Killing, Quite Frankly • What to Eat When Tragedy Strikes, or Just for Entertainment • The Best Advice Ever Given in the Entire History of the World From tales of the infamous Sweet Potato Queens' Promise to the joys of Chocolate Stuff and Fat Mama's Knock You Naked Margaritas, this irreverent, shamelessly funny book is the gen-u-wine article.
Showing Like a Queen
Author: Katherine Eggert
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812292618
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
For most Renaissance English thinkers, queenship was a catastrophe, a political accident that threatened to emasculate an entire nation. But some English poets and playwrights proved more inventive in their responses to female authority. In Showing Like a Queen, Katherine Eggert argues that Spenser, Shakespeare, and Milton turned the political problem of queenship to their advantage by using it as an occasion to experiment with new literary genres. Unlike other critics who have argued that a queen provoked only anxiety and defensiveness in her male subjects, Eggert demonstrates that even after her death Elizabeth I's forty-five-year reign enabled writers to entertain the fantasy of a counterpatriarchal realm. Eggert traces a literary history of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries in which the destabilizing anomaly of female rule enables Spenser to reshape the genre of epic romance and gives Shakespeare scope to create the ruptured dynastic epic of the history plays, the psychologized tragedy of Hamlet, and the feminized tragedies of "Antony and Cleopatra" and "The Winter's Tale." Turning to the second half of the seventeenth century, Eggert reveals how even after more than sixty years of male governance, Milton bases his marital epic Paradise Lost upon the formulae of queenship.
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812292618
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
For most Renaissance English thinkers, queenship was a catastrophe, a political accident that threatened to emasculate an entire nation. But some English poets and playwrights proved more inventive in their responses to female authority. In Showing Like a Queen, Katherine Eggert argues that Spenser, Shakespeare, and Milton turned the political problem of queenship to their advantage by using it as an occasion to experiment with new literary genres. Unlike other critics who have argued that a queen provoked only anxiety and defensiveness in her male subjects, Eggert demonstrates that even after her death Elizabeth I's forty-five-year reign enabled writers to entertain the fantasy of a counterpatriarchal realm. Eggert traces a literary history of the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries in which the destabilizing anomaly of female rule enables Spenser to reshape the genre of epic romance and gives Shakespeare scope to create the ruptured dynastic epic of the history plays, the psychologized tragedy of Hamlet, and the feminized tragedies of "Antony and Cleopatra" and "The Winter's Tale." Turning to the second half of the seventeenth century, Eggert reveals how even after more than sixty years of male governance, Milton bases his marital epic Paradise Lost upon the formulae of queenship.
Reynolds's miscellany of romance, general literature, science and art, ed. by G.W.M. Reynolds
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ISBN:
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Languages : en
Pages : 948
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 948
Book Description
The Evolution of Arthurian Romance from the Beginnings Down to the Year 1300
Author: James Douglas Bruce
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arthurian romances
Languages : en
Pages : 458
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arthurian romances
Languages : en
Pages : 458
Book Description
Reynolds's Miscellany of Romance, General Literature, Science, and Art
Author: George William MacArthur Reynolds
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Penny dreadfuls
Languages : en
Pages : 884
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Penny dreadfuls
Languages : en
Pages : 884
Book Description
Frederick the Great and His Court. An Historical Romance
Author: Luise Mühlbach
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385408652
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385408652
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Reprint of the original, first published in 1882.