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A Thousand Eyes: A Novel of Elizabeth I par chloe_helton
A Thousand Eyes: A Novel of Elizabeth I
chloe_helton
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1558. Elizabeth, the last of King Henry's heirs, is a traitor's daughter. Now, she is England's last hope. After five gruesome years, Bloody Mary is on her deathbed. She lives her sister Elizabeth a daunting inheritance: the throne of England. The bishops will not anoint a heretic. A foreign queen plots for the throne. And Englishmen and foreigners alike are starting to notice Elizabeth's growing infatuation for a man who spent his youth in a traitor's cell. And the people demand a prince to fill the empty throne by Elizabeth's side: a husband that may wrest away every morsel of her power. Tides are turning in England, and no one is safe. Not even the queen.
The Duke's Daughter -Wattys2014 Collector's Dream Award Winner- par jaidesmama
The Duke's Daughter -Wattys2014 Collector's Dream Award Winner-
jaidesmama
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The Duke of Marlborough has signed betrothal contracts on behalf of his daughter, Lady Arianna Kent. But Arianna is not the type to blindly follow her father's biddings. It is not long before Arianna has different plans for her life and as the wedding date draws near, she sets sail for the colonies. Life isn't as easy as it seems and she soon comes to realize that a pirate attack is the least of her concerns as her father's troubles, and those of the handsome privateer captain who rescues her, catch up with her. In a twisted whirlwind of fate Arianna finds herself in situations she had only ever read about in her novels. Is Arianna strong enough to face the challenges life has in store for her? Can she hope to find happiness along the way? *** Watty's 2014 Collector's Dream Award Winner *** Series Order The Duke's Daughter The Reverand's Daughter by @jaidesmamasmama (wattpad) The Highwayman's Daughter (wattpad) The Harlot's Daughter by @jaidesmamasmama (wattpad)
In Ruins (Dramione FF) par IWearSneakers
In Ruins (Dramione FF)
IWearSneakers
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((GOING THROUGH A REWRITE - BE PREPARED FOR CONFUSING TIME SKIPS AND POV CHANGES)) The war is over and our heroes return to Hogwarts to complete their final year. But when Professor Trelawney makes a startling prophecy the friends have new problems on their hands and they can't solve them alone. With new romances blossoming and their NEWT exams just around the corner, can they prevent the Dark Lord from returning once more? **Cover by GladYouCame**
A Fortress of Feathers par katherine0001
A Fortress of Feathers
katherine0001
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In a kingdom ruled by men, a young Spanish woman is handed over to England to be the Tudor's new toy, and eventually, the queen. This woman is Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII. Her journey began long before her marriage and ascension to queen, and ended long after she was replaced by the infamous Anne Boleyn. Her story is often overshadowed and forgotten, but she may be one of the most remarkable women of her time. In the royal court, the walls have ears, and the loyalties of the servants and spies determines who really rules the kingdom. Watch through the eyes of one of Catherine's most trusted maidservants and whisperers, and observe the glamorous world of Catherine of Aragon and her downfall at the hands of lust and love. HISTORICAL DISCLAIMER-- This story is backed by history, though there are many characters of my own imagination. The four maidservants are characters that I created, however, places, events, and many other things are true. If you see an error, ask me about it and I will tell you if it was meant to be that way or not.
To Become A Con Artist par Sincerely_EAH
To Become A Con Artist
Sincerely_EAH
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Con Artist (noun): a person who cheats or tricks others by persuading them to believe something that is not true. The Scene: New York City 1926 The Girl: Claire Manor knows little about the world outside of her tenement slum. However, she's sure of one thing, the dazzling life of a liberated young woman in the 20s. But she can only fantasize about the dresses, booze, and glamour because her duty is to help her widowed mother make ends meet. The Opportunity: One night she goes to a speakeasy and engages in a risky act. Soon after, she is caught by a mysterious man, Leonardo Bendino, who offers her the chance to experience the world of wit and art as her mentor. The Problem: Claire begins to fall for the handsome and arrogant mentor while realizing how dangerous conning can be. There's a reason why con artists are so exclusive and Claire is about to find out what it takes To Become A Con Artist. *I do not own any of the images. Images in this story are copyright to their respectful owners. *COMPLETED
Berenice: The Lost Queen par Aria_Rose
Berenice: The Lost Queen
Aria_Rose
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Everyone knows the story of the infamous Cleopatra VII, but what of her elder sister, Berenice, the forgotten queen of Egypt? Follow her story as she begins as a young girl who only wishes to please to father to the most powerful woman in Egypt.
Highland Dream (Book 1) par AzMaz90
Highland Dream (Book 1)
AzMaz90
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The Druids were a hunted people long ago...they made a pact to scatter their children throughout time to keep them safe from the massacre to come. These children became lost, both in time and in the memories of people. At first they were looked for but now they have become legend... Aislinn has never felt a part of anything...all those she thought had loved her through her life turned against her, if they even loved her at all. Now alone in the Highlands of Scotland can she find a way to survive and become who she was always meant to be? © 2013
The forgotten queen par hiraxx
The forgotten queen
hiraxx
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A Queen as powerful as her... A Queen as evil as her... A Queen as beautiful as her... A Queen as gifted as her... was never born again. Hira was stolen from her village and sold to the Castle. She had only one job... to please the king in every way. Sexually and emotionally. Little did they know what she was capable of.
Arthur par SissaRomanova
Arthur
SissaRomanova
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Elizabeth of York married Henry Tudor after the bloody War of the Roses ended. Their first son, Arthur, represented everything England needed: union, peace and prosperity. The Houses of York and Lancaster finally together in one. However, Elizabeth had a horrible feeling as she held him for the first time: that her precious boy would never be King of England. Join Elizabeth and Arthur in this story about the first Tudor years. Experience ingredients of life at Henry VII's court: power, revenge, secrets, sorcery and, unexpectedly, true love. **This is the sequel of THE YORK ROSE, but the story does stand for itself**
The York Rose  (The War of the Roses Series) par SissaRomanova
The York Rose (The War of the Roses Series)
SissaRomanova
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MUST BE A FOLLOWER TO READ!!! ONLY THE PROLOGUE AND THE LAST PART ARE PUBLIC, THE REST OF THE BOOK IS PRIVATE AND ONLY AVAILABLE FOR FOLLOWERS! **LIKE THE YORK ROSE? CHECK ITS SEQUEL, "ARTHUR"!** http://www.wattpad.com/story/3962062-arthur-the-tudor-rose {{WATTY AWARDD 2012 FINALIST - HISTORICAL FICTION ON THE RISE}} Brother against brother, cousin against cousin... The crown of England is the final prize. The War of the Roses has begun. Elizabeth of York seeks protection in sanctuary with her mother, Queen Elizabeth Woodville, and her sisters, after the death of her father and the kidnap of her brother by her uncle, Richard the Usurper. They are also forced by Richard to send their other prince into his keeping, and the royal boys become the central figures of one of the most intriguing mysteries of History: the fate of the Princes in the Tower of London. Among plots, twisted morals, doubtful allies and magic, Elizabeth is only certain of one thing: she was always destined to be Queen of England.