Spring 1148—Mediterranean Coast Mamille of Rou, alias Rose, is one of three elite female bodyguards remaining to protect Queen Eleanor of France. The unusual guard began the holy pilgrimage from France to seize the important city of Edessa from infidels. Along the way, Mamille has been unable to quell her attraction to the strong and handsome Dominus Brochard, a Knight Templar who has travelled with Eleanor’s guard since the very beginning. But unbeknownst to Mamille, Dominus has been working undercover on behalf of the bishop of Clairvaux, ensuring Eleanor’s husband, King Louis, is protected from certain political advisors with nefarious aims. Mamille thinks Dominus is way too virile to be chaste, though she honors his decision. Dominus thinks she is way too beautiful to sleep alone, and his frustration lies in being unable to claim her for himself. Instead, he watches over her from afar and takes his jealousy out on the enemy Turks. But there is someone else watching both of them. Someone with enough power and influence to tear the king and queen apart and wrest Mamille and Dominus away from each other forever.

Camille must save Orleans in this high-stakes sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller.

“Sheila has vanished, whereas the three head overseers are officially gone from the world called Vero. Their lives were taken away by the Gold Overseer, whose only sole purpose is to control life, death, time, space, and eternality all for him. He and four other overseers hired a man named King Oleg to help spread their evil presents throughout the entire universe. This came to a sudden halt by Queen Nye of Shag belonging to the Mali Empire. Unfortunately, her reign came to a sudden end within several years following her domination of the Republic of Vero.” “In the eyes of the Gold Overseer, this was great news to hear from his spies. Now, he can send out his best man named King Oleg to start the new age of menace to the universe once more. King Lo-Sole an African King becomes King Oleg worse nightmare. In every attempt to find him, it always came to a dead end. However, King Oleg along with several others seeks the same interest as the Gold Overseer.” “When King Lo-Sole was finally killed within foreign lands in the attempt to slay his archenemy King Oleg. A new face brimming with the intelligent, tactical warfare experiences, an expert on seduction, a professional on using others to get what she wants, and is a person that doesn’t gives a rat ass about anything arise. This woman name is called Queen Lara Vega. This woman went as far as to slay any nations that pose a threat to her new world order on Vero. To do this, she marries a man named King Tilting by warfare means. The only problem was that he was married to three women for political reasons, which Queen Lara Vega didn’t know about or they assumed.” “The three wives that King Tilting has been wedded too, is named Alicia, Rosaria, and Lady Clair are the only ones that pose a threat to her. However, there is another problem that lies within the marriage. She and three ladies have given birth to King Tilting’s children. In a force agreement Alicia, Jade, Rosaria, Nina, Nyre, Tengo, Lady Clair, and JLee must help and protect their queen and former sisters.” “Like all household, trouble comes in different varities of form such as secrets, betrayal, seduction, warfare, life and death, and finally survival of the fittest. Will Jade ever figure out her family’s secrets and meet Adrian in the future? The question is, who will lead and who will die in the hands of their beholders. These are the “secret roses” of Queen Lara Vega and her five epic phases....”

In 16th-century England, two teenage best friends find themselves on an exciting journey from the country to the Queen's court in the hope of being named ladies-in-waiting. But Sybille and Rose soon discover they aren't the only girls who have their sights set on attending Her Majesty. The girls must compete against worldly and cunning opponents, among them mean-girl Avis and her entourage of back-stabbing co-horts, tipping the balance in their already-tenuous friendship. Soon, the grand hall is more like the hallway of a prestigious finishing school, with girls fighting for the attention of a dashing, young earl, amid parties fueled by drinking and indiscriminate dalliances. As the tension between Sybille and Avis heats up, the focus on Rose wanes, allowing her to turn her attention to more important matters &– like getting close enough to the Queen to learn her secrets. But being close to the Queen is not without its challenges. And when rumors of Rose's influence make their way around the castle, no one, not even the Queen, will be safe.

The Princess of the Light: Book One of the Saga of the Princesses of the Light by James McKenzie The Princess of the Light by James A. McKenzie is a "fantastical" ride through space among thousands of civilizations that achieved much, but never conquered the problem of greed. This is a story that could have taken place several thousand years ago, or could possibly take place several thousand years in the future. This ethereal tale began in the surface world of Sha'nia, whose great trading ship returned from the cosmos with unexpected cargo-a plague that was so communicable that even trained medical personnel were unaware of it until it was too late. In two days, nearly the entire population had died. Now 6,000 people were the beneficiaries of 50 billion. In the Royal Palace, only 25 survived, including Queen Anne and her four children-William, Elizabeth, Andrea, and Andrew. They knew they were safe with the resources to feed, clothe, and educate themselves. However, over time, a problem came to light-only 100 women and 5 men remained fertile-how would they restore their population?Now, join the Sha'nia in their adventurous travels to other civilizations, as they look for ways to keep their planet alive. About the Author James A. McKenzie is a Michigan native, raised in Montrose, and currently residing in Haslett. The father of three children, he has enjoyed coaching their sports teams. An alumnus of Michigan State University, he trained as an engineer and is a skilled metal model maker by profession, able to create items that do not exist at present. If it can be imagined, he can make it. In addition to writing, his interests include sports and he has been a season ticketholder of Michigan State's women's basketball for years.

Perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses, this fantasy romance inspired by Hades and Persephone about a human girl and her forced marriage to the cold yet striking 'King of the Undead' is impossible to put down! In exchange for protection, Emperor Amias de Marc has two requests of the people of Noxterra: a willing supply of blood sacrifices, and a wife... Every hundred years, the vampire Emperor opens the gates to his Eternal Palace to select a human bride. In 'The Picking', unmarried maidens turning twenty in the winter are requested to attend, and, from them, the one to make the flowers bloom becomes his betrothed. Refusal means certain death. Lamia Fontaine is a girl hell-bent on revenge. And her target is the Emperor. Lucky for her, she's part of The Picking, and has an invitation to attend the Palace. Now, all she needs is a chance to get close enough to strike... Of Blood & Roses is a complete *standalone, enemy-to-lovers novel* inspired by the myth of Hades and Persephone. With magic, spice and a guaranteed happily ever after - it's perfect for fantasy romance fans looking for their next hot, ship-worthy couple! Warring Hearts is a series of short retellings, perfect for readers looking for a couple of hours of fantastic escapism whilst also helping them meet their Goodreads Reading Challenge Goal. This book is for you if you love: * morally grey heroes * swoonworthy book boyfriends * 'touch her and I'll unalive you' vibes * vampire fae emperors * forced marriage * quick, satisfying reads * forced proximity * sassy heroines * 'hold on tight' ACOTAR steam * HEAs *Contains mature content. DEFINITELY recommended for 18+

The Wars of the Roses saw a series of bloody battles during one of the most turbulent periods of English history. The houses of Lancaster and York fought for control of the crown, devastating the nobility and bringing an end to the illustrious Plantagenet dynasty. Starting with an overview of the politics and events that culminated in the wars, this new history focuses on the seventeen battles that took place around the country between 1455 and 1487. It considers the causes, course and result of each battle, beginning with the first battle of St Albans on 22 May 1455, which was won by the Yorkist faction lead by Richard, Duke of York. The bloodiest battle ever known on English soil at Towton on 29 March 1461, and the victory there of the first Yorkist King Edward IV is described here in vivid detail. The battle of Tewkesbury on 4 May 1471 saw the death of Edward Prince of Wales, the last male heir of the Lancastrians, and the subsequent murder of King Henry VI at the Tower of London. The defeat and death of King Richard III at the battle of Bosworth on 22 August 1485 marked the end of the Plantagenet dynasty. The last battle of the Wars of the Roses was at East Stoke on 16 June 1487 where the first Tudor King Henry VII crushed the Yorkist revolt. The final chapter of the book is devoted to the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, who disappeared at the Tower of London during the reign of King Richard III in 1483, and the suspects to their likely murders. Written with the most up-to-date archaeological and documentary research, and including many images of the main protagonists, battle sites, maps and genealogical charts, this is a fascinating new insight into the Wars of the Roses.

Once upon a time I made a deal with the devil. It turns out I like playing in the dark. Over the years, I’ve become someone I’m proud of, someone dangerous. I’ll never be as dangerous as Malone, though. She’s one of the most feared leaders in Carver City, and her reputation is more than earned. Years ago, we had a single night together and she’s ignored me ever since. Imagine my surprise to discover she’s scheduled me for the final two weeks of my contract. Maybe I should be afraid. Everyone else fears Malone. Instead, all I feel is anticipation. It’s time to balance the scales, once and for all. The villains aren’t the only ones in Carver City a person should be wary of crossing. Sometimes the prettiest flower hides the deadliest poison…