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Blood Between Queens by Barbara Kyle
Riveting, adventurous. . .superb --Historical Novel SocietyFollowing her perilous fall from a throne she'd scarcely owned to begin with, Mary, Queen of Scots, has fled to England, hoping her cousin, Queen Elizabeth, will grant her asylum. But now Mary has her sights on the English crown, and Elizabeth enlists her most trusted subjects to protect it. Justine Thornleigh is delighting in the thrill of Queen Elizabeth's visit to her family's estate when the festivities are cut short by Mary's arrival. To Justine's surprise, the Thornleighs appoint her to serve as a spy in Mary's court. But bearing the guise of a lady-in-waiting is not Justine's only secret. The weight of her task is doubled by fears of revealing to her fianc that she is in truth the daughter of his family's greatest rival. Duty-bound, Justine must sacrifice love as she navigates a deadly labyrinth of betrayal that could lead to the end of Elizabeth's fledgling reign. . . Compelling and inventive, Blood Between Queens artfully blends history's most intriguing figures with unforgettable characters, bringing to dazzling life the fascinating Tudor era. Colorful descriptions, accurate details and exciting twists. . .designed to keep readers' attention. --Romantic Times on The Queen's Captive Unfurls a complex and fast-paced plot, mixing history with vibrant characters. --Publishers Weekly on The King's Daughter Riveting, heady, glorious, inspired. --Susan Wiggs on The Queen's Lady Praise for The Queen's Gamble Starts strong and doesn't let up. . .Kyle's latest is extremely accessible for readers unfamiliar with the series. -Publishers Weekly Memorable characters, lush historical details, fascinating intrigues, and court drama. History and romance merge, loyalty and passions run high and readers are riveted to the pages. --RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
Barbara Kyle, a classically trained actor, enjoyed a successful career in Canadian television and theater before turning her hand to writing fiction. She is the author of the popular Thornleigh Saga, including The Queen's Lady, The King's Daughter, and The Queen's Captive. She and her husband live in Ontario, where she teaches popular writing seminars and workshops and gives lectures on Tudor history. She welcomes visitors at her website: www.barbarakyle.com.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780758273222 |
| ISBN 10 | 0758273223 |
| Title | Blood Between Queens |
| Author | Barbara Kyle |
| Series | Thornleigh Saga |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Kensington Publishing Corporation |
| Year published | 2013-04-30 |
| Number of pages | 400 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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