The Queen's Gamble - Softcover

Kyle, Barbara

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0758271743 ISBN 13: 9780758271747

Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp, 2012

Synopsis

Young Queen Elizabeth I's path to the throne has been a perilous one, and already she faces a dangerous crisis. French troops have landed in Scotland to quell a rebel Protestant army, and Elizabeth fears once they are entrenched on the border, they will invade England.

Isabel Thornleigh has returned to London from the New World with her Spanish husband, Carlos Valverde, and their young son. Ever the queen's loyal servant, Isabel is recruited to smuggle money to the Scottish rebels. Yet Elizabeth's trust only goes so far--Isabel's son will be the queen's hostage until she completes her mission. Matters grow worse when Isabel's husband is engaged as military advisor to the French, putting the couple on opposite sides in a deadly cold war. . .

"Starts strong and doesn't let up. . .Kyle's latest is extremely accessible for readers unfamiliar with the series." --Publishers Weekly

"Memorable characters, lush historical details, fascinating intrigues, and court drama. History and romance merge, loyalty and passions run high and readers are riveted to the pages." --RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars

"Riveting, adventurous. . .superb!" --Historical Novel Society

About this title

Book Description:

The fourth in the Thornleigh series, set in England during the reign of the Tudor monarchs and weaving a fast paced plot through some of the most tempestuous years of its history.

From the Back Cover:

Your son or your queen – what price for loyalty?

Young Elizabeth I’s path to the throne has been a perilous one, and already she faces a dangerous crisis. French troops have landed in Scotland to quell a rebel Protestant army and Elizabeth fears that, once entrenched on the border, they will invade England.

Isabel Thornleigh, recently returned from the New World with her Spanish husband, Carlos Valverde, and their young son, is recruited by the queen to smuggle money to the Scottish rebels. Yet Elizabeth’s trust only goes so far – Isabel’s son will be the queen’s pampered hostage until she completes her mission. But matters grow worse when Isabel’s husband is engaged as military advisor to the French, putting the couple on opposite sides in a deadly spying war . . .

‘Unfurls a complex and fast-paced plot, mixing history with vibrant characters.’ Publishers Weekly

‘Kyle is adept at layering her tale with colourful descriptions, accurate details and exciting twists with a fast-paced plot designed to keep readers’ attention.’ Romantic Times

About this edition

• Publisher: Kensington Pub Corp
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0758271743
• ISBN 13: 9780758271747
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 485