The Diamond of London
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The Diamond of London by Andrea Penrose
Born into an illustrious family of swashbuckling war heroes and brilliant political leaders, Lady Hester Stanhope was a Regency-era adventuress who lived on her own terms and refused to conform. Fans of Shana Ab , Theresa Ann Fowler, and Fiona Davis will be captivated by the unforgettable spirit at the heart of USA Today bestselling author Andrea Penrose's dazzling new historical novel based on the real life of Lady Hester Stanhope (1776-1839), a British aristocrat, antiquarian, and adventurer who defied all conventional strictures of what a woman could and couldn't do during the Regency era. What a life Lady Hester had ...Simply sparkles -Kate Quinn, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Diamond Eye Andrea Penrose's impeccable research and attention to detail brings this unique and fascinating historical figure to sparkling life. -Christine Wells, author of The Royal Windsor Secret A truly dazzling read -Eliza Knight, USA Today and international bestselling author of Starring Adele Astaire Even with her privileged life, Lady Hester Stanhope knows that claiming the adventurous life she truly wants will not be easy, thanks to her eccentric father's stifling grip. With the help of her renowned statesman uncle William Pitt the Younger, she takes on the glittering, treacherous heights of London Society. Her formidable intelligence, outspoken opinions, and headstrong determination gain the favor of the beau monde's leading taste-maker Beau Brummell-and she quickly learns to bend the rules of the ton to her own advantage. And as her uncle's hostess, she astutely uses her skills to preside over-and give advice to-the most influential figures of her day, rising to a position unequaled in society . . . But when it comes to holy matrimony, Hester will settle for no less than a passionate match of equals-a search marked by challenges and heartbreak. Her affair with a charismatic naval officer tempts her with forbidden pleasures-even as it threatens her reputation. Her love for a sophisticated, brilliant diplomat offers the marriage of her dreams . . . and unsuspected betrayal. And as England is plunged into war, Hester's world changes forever, causing her to find courage and strength amid loss, chart a completely unexpected future-and make a glorious legacy forever hers . . .Andrea Penrose is the bestselling author of Regency-era historical fiction, including the critically acclaimed Wrexford & Sloane mystery series and Regency romances under the pen names Cara Elliott and Andrea Pickens. She is a three-time RITA Award finalist and the winner of various writing honors, including two Daphne Du Maurier Awards for Historical Mystery and two Gold Leaf Awards. Her books have been translated into 10 languages. A Yale University graduate with a B.A. with a B.A. in Art and a M.F.A. Andrea fell in love with Regency England after reading Pride and Prejudice as a Graphic Designer, and she's had a lifelong interest with the era's whirling silks and radical new ideas.
She lives in Connecticut and blogs at WordWenches.com with a group of historical fiction authors. AndreaPenrose.com and @AndreaPenroseBooks are more places where you can find her.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781496744203 |
| ISBN 10 | 1496744209 |
| Title | The Diamond of London |
| Author | Andrea Penrose |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Kensington Publishing |
| Year published | 2024-01-23 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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