Earthly Joys
Philippa Gregory
A 17th century English gardener creates exotic gardens for the aristocracy. Through his eyes is seen the arrogance and corruption of the ruling class which led to civil war and the Cromwell dictatorship.
Read Time: ~6 hr
My lady beloved
by Lael St. James (2001)
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My Lady Beloved by Lael St. James, Linda Lael Miller (Goodreads Author) 3.78 · Rating details · 144 Ratings · 8 Reviews On the way to her nuptials to Sir Cyprian Avendall, sweet and sheltered Gabriella Redclift is abducted by vengeful Morgan Chalstrey, and soon they cannot resist yielding to the passion and love building between them.
Setting / LocationLondon & UK
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreMy lady beloved Lead Character
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