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Venture back to the dawn of the 17th century and unravel the captivating tale of Lady Arabella Stuart, an English noblewoman once tipped to succeed Elizabeth I. However, fate had other plans, and the crown passed on to her cousin, the infamous James I. Our narrative unfolds in 1603, just after Jamess claim to the throne. Initially, Arabella seemed content with the twist of fate, but her relationship with her cousin turned sour after her secret marriage, misinterpreted as a bid for power. Despite the support of her closest allies, she couldnt escape Jamess wrath. This vibrant, fictional ...

Dive into the era of the Hundred Years War, a tumultuous period from 1337 to 1453, where the Kingdoms of England and France clashed over the French throne. Amidst the political intrigue and deadly plots, emerges the story of Agnes Sorel. At the tender age of 20, Agnes ascends to become the favorite mistress of the King of France, her influence over him sparking envy and animosity. However, her life is cut short at 28, just days after delivering her fourth child, with dysentery being the official cause. In this captivating narrative, we shadow Jean Charost, secretary to the Duke of Orleans and ...

The Convict is a gripping historical novel about young Lord Hadley, who stumbles into a web of intrigue and secrets while traveling the English coast. When tragedy strikes, he is forced to confront the brutal realities of the penal system, political unrest, and forbidden love.