Books
Coming mid January 2025
The Songbird of Venice
Grazia, an orphan, and Antonio Delatesta, a widower, see in each other the solution to their problems. They gain permission to wed from the highest authorities in Venice. After they wed, both are happy, but Antonio is hiding a secret that could destroy their love.
Prequel
Lady Margaret’s Disgrace
She had rank, wealth, and a marriage proposal. Then she lost it all. Through a treacherous deed, Lady Margaret loses her high-born social position and fears she is doomed to die a servant. While Margaret struggles to survive, Prince Henry yearns to become the next king of England. The princess of Scotland, who has captured Henry’s heart, refuses to marry him until he is a king. Meet these firebrands in this quick read as they strive to change their destinies. Margaret’s adventures, both romantic and social, continue in Lady Margaret’s Escape, the first book of her trilogy.
Book One
Lady Margaret’s Escape
Margaret, once a woman of rank and leisure, has been betrayed by her father and made a common slave. The king’s dire need for a midwife provides her with an enticing opportunity to escape a life of servitude and return to her previous station, but first she must prove her worth. Two men want to marry Margaret.
Book Two
Lady Margaret’s Challenge
Determined to succeed, Margaret faces every obstacle and restores her estate. Margaret knows her survival depends on an advantageous marriage, but the king continues to send her ill-suited men. One man asks King Henry for Margaret’s hand. The other, a secret suitor, serves King Henry in hopes the king will permit him to marry Margaret. Meanwhile, Margaret appears at Court to ask for better suitors.
Book Three
Lady Margaret’s Future
Determined to marry Margaret, her secret suitor enlists the help of Queen Matilda. The queen seeks the girl’s acceptance to wed a man she knows is far beneath her in rank. Margaret carefully considers her other choices and responds to the queen’s demand.
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