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| Author | : Virginia Henley |
| Publisher | : Dell |
| Total Pages | : 482 |
| Release | : 2009-07-22 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0307567524 |
Astride her white palfrey, surrounded by a nimbus of silver-blond hair, Jasmine was a vision to strike a man mute with desire. But the violet-eyed love child of King Richard's half brother had vowed that no man would ever rule her heart. Until she saw the face of the Devil himself in her crystal ball--the dark, brooding knight who would kill to make her his own. She would risk a dissolute court and a maddened, lustful king to keep destiny at bay, anything to keep her from the hypnotic eyes and burning caresses of...The Falcon. A wickedly handsome warrior who lived by blood and the sword, Falcon de Burgh wanted to wed no woman--until he laid eyes on the exquisite Jasmine, and he vowed to possess her, to teach her all the wondrous ways a man could love a woman, no matter what it might take to conquer her fiery, unyielding heart. Falcon knew only blind, reckless passion as he swore to tame, at the risk of his life...The Flower.
| Author | : Joshua Hammer |
| Publisher | : Simon & Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 336 |
| Release | : 2021-02-16 |
| Genre | : True Crime |
| ISBN | : 150119190X |
A “well-written, engaging detective story” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about a rogue who trades in rare birds and their eggs—and the wildlife detective determined to stop him. On May 3, 2010, an Irish national named Jeffrey Lendrum was apprehended at Britain’s Birmingham International Airport with a suspicious parcel strapped to his stomach. Inside were fourteen rare peregrine falcon eggs snatched from a remote cliffside in Wales. So begins a “vivid tale of obsession and international derring-do” (Publishers Weekly), following the parallel lives of a globe-trotting smuggler who spent two decades capturing endangered raptors worth millions of dollars as race champions—and Detective Andy McWilliam of the United Kingdom’s National Wildlife Crime Unit, who’s hell bent on protecting the world’s birds of prey. “Masterfully constructed” (The New York Times) and “entertaining and illuminating” (The Washington Post), The Falcon Thief will whisk you away from the volcanoes of Patagonia to Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park, and from the frigid tundra near the Arctic Circle to luxurious aviaries in the deserts of Dubai, all in pursuit of a man who is reckless, arrogant, and gripped by a destructive compulsion to make the most beautiful creatures in nature his own. It’s a story that’s part true-crime narrative, part epic adventure—and wholly unputdownable until the very last page.
| Author | : Virginia Henley |
| Publisher | : Island Books |
| Total Pages | : 402 |
| Release | : 2009-07-22 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0307567907 |
Few writers can rival the sheer storytelling mastery of New York Times bestselling author Virginia Henley. Brimming with sensual tension, humor, and narrative power, Henley's award-winning novels have enchanted readers worldwide. Now in The Marriage Prize-the third novel in her Plantagenet trilogy, which began with The Falcon and the Flower and continued in The Dragon and the Jewel-this incomparable storyteller returns to medieval England and brings to life a love story so passionate it will take your breath away. Orphaned at a young age, Rosamond Marshal is a royal ward of Eleanor de Montfort, sister of King Henry III and wife of the renowned warlord Simon de Montfort. Under the worldly countess's tutelage, Rosamond learns not only the skills of a chatelaine, but how to wield her female power by dressing exquisitely, conversing wittily, and charming men mercilessly. As she reaches young womanhood, the beautiful heiress is fearful of leaving the security of the de Montfort household and fulfilling her betrothal to the powerful bachelor knight Rodger de Leyburn. Just as Rodger devilishly outmaneuvers Rosamond's strategems to break their betrothal, Prince Edward will accept none of Rosamond's excuses to forestall her marriage. For the prince is determined to reward Rodger, his dearest friend, with a wealthy, noble wife. Slowly Rodger woos Rosamond, convincing her that his love extends beyond her estates and her wealth. But no sooner does Rosamond become Rodger's wife and experience all the exquisite ways a man can love a woman than she finds herself and her husband on opposite sides of a bloody civil war. For Rodger is fighting alongside Prince Edward and the king to quell the barons' rebellion, led by none other than Rosamond's beloved guardian, Simon de Montfort. With the gripping storytelling, vibrant historical detail, and powerful insight into a woman's heart that have made her one of the most popular authors of romantic fiction, Virginia Henley sweeps readers into the most captivating and wildly passionate love story of her career.
| Author | : Virginia Henley |
| Publisher | : Dell |
| Total Pages | : 530 |
| Release | : 2009-07-29 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 0307568385 |
All men lusted for the firebrand they called Flaming Tina, famed for the molten fire in her hair—and for the hot temper running fierce through the noble Scots blood of Lady Valentina Kennedy. Forced into marriage with the fearsome warrior of an enemy clan, Tina vowed to use her wild beauty to gain mastery over Lord Ramsey Douglas.
| Author | : StoryBuddiesPlay |
| Publisher | : StoryBuddiesPlay |
| Total Pages | : 62 |
| Release | : 2024-04-17 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
In the war-torn kingdom of Kadia, love blossoms in the most unexpected places. Arum, a soldier bound by duty, finds himself captivated by Meenakshi, the princess of the conquered land. Their secret meetings in the forbidden palace gardens ignite a forbidden flame, a flicker of defiance against the occupying forces. Arum, torn between loyalty and newfound love, becomes entangled in a dangerous rebellion. Whispers of resistance echo through the city, fueled by Meenakshi's courage and the yearning for freedom. As the rebellion gains momentum, Arum must choose a side, risking everything for a chance at love and a free Kadia. Unravel a captivating tale of star-crossed lovers: Arum and Meenakshi's forbidden love story transcends the boundaries of war. Their stolen moments in the hidden garden and daring escapes through secret tunnels will leave you breathless. Experience the thrill of rebellion: Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding action as Arum navigates a web of deception. From stolen intelligence to daring missions, witness the fight for freedom unfold from the inside. Explore the secrets of a war-torn kingdom: Delve into the depths of the forgotten catacombs and unravel the ancient mysteries buried beneath the city. The captivating world-building will transport you to a land where danger and hope collide. A story that will stay with you long after the last page: "The Falcon and the Flower" is a captivating blend of fantasy, romance, and rebellion. It's a story about fighting for what you believe in, defying impossible odds, and the enduring power of love in the face of war.
| Author | : Harold Lamb |
| Publisher | : Wildside Press LLC |
| Total Pages | : 191 |
| Release | : 2019-01-07 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1479448877 |
Set in the early part of the 20th century, this fine historical novel by Harold Lamb (most famous for his historical biographies and adventure fiction) tells of a white man in North Africa who is drugged and kidnapped from a bazaar. What follows is a singular adventure...
| Author | : Philip G. Kreyenbroek |
| Publisher | : Otto Harrassowitz Verlag |
| Total Pages | : 464 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| Genre | : Kurds |
| ISBN | : 9783447053006 |
Until the late 20th century the West was unaware of the existence of an extensive corpus of Yezidi religious texts. These were traditionally transmitted orally, and were kept secret from outsiders. It was not until the 1970s that a few Yezidi intellectuals began to commit these texts to writing. These first publications included only specimens of the most prestigious genres, which for a time were thought to be representative of Yezidi religious literature as a whole. It was later discovered, however, that this literature was far richer. Furthermore it became clear that an understanding of Yezidi oral culture as a whole was indispensable for a proper understanding of the religious texts.The present work offers the reader a representative selection of the main genres of Yezidi religious texts, with translation and commentary. The texts are intended, moreover, to cover the topics most often addressed in the Yezidi religious tradition.The first introductory chapter aims to introduce the reader to the Yezidi community's history, aspects of its religion, and its social structures and institutions. The next chapter focuses on some of the implications of the oral transmission of this literature and on its contents, especially the sacred history of Yezidism. The third chapter discusses aspects of orality and the transition to written culture, questions of performance and reception, and the formal characteristics of the various types of texts.
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| Total Pages | : 840 |
| Release | : 1912 |
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| Author | : Anne Pratt |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 500 |
| Release | : 1855 |
| Genre | : Botany |
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| Author | : Shawn A Lohan |
| Publisher | : FriesenPress |
| Total Pages | : 267 |
| Release | : 2024-09-25 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 1039195768 |
A decade ago, Shan narrowly escaped the clutches of a secret right-wing cabal hidden within the English government. He embarks on a journey of understanding to the Isle of Man in search of his Celtic past. Little does Shan know that his would-be kidnappers are once again in hot pursuit, and the facts he will uncover delve deeper than he could have imagined—even into secret government groups and political conspiracies. Also involved in this dangerous game of cat-and-mouse are Inspector Maloney of the Irish GARDA and a former enigmatic member of the IRA and those wishing to do him and his father, harm. Can Shan untangle the many-layered mysteries that await him on the Isle of Man and outwit his pursuers? St. Brendan’s Lighthouse and the Falcon’s Nest, the second novel in The St. Brendan Series , is an action-mystery novel deftly woven into the fabric of the Isle of Man—landmarks, architecture, and the famous Isle of Man TT motorcycle race bring the setting to life and invite the reader to delve into its history along with Shan. Bringing in characters from The Three Coins, Lohan’s father’s novel, St. Brendan’s Lighthouse and the Falcon’s Nest is a text that speaks through its plot and its very construction about the importance of family and history. “This road was a universe unto itself, for if thoughts were leaves and hopes were the winds upon which they drifted, this landscape would be brimming and deep, recognized for what it contained if your heart only had eyes.”
