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An absolute delight .one of the most appealing military gentlemen ever to wear a sword. - Diana Gabaldon, Author of OutlanderThe year is 1777. As the American Revolutionary War rages across the sea, London is swept off its feet by Jack Absolute, the dashing rogue in Richard Sheridan's comedy The Rivals. When the real Jack Absolute, former captain of the 16th Light Dragoons, returns after years abroad he is immediately embroiled in an illegal duel over a backstage tryst at the Drury Lane theatre. Jack escapes with his life, only to find himself pressed again into the King's service as a spy for the British in the Revolutionary War. With his Mohawk blood brother, Ate, at his side-and Loyalist beauty Louisa Reardon on his mind-Jack leaves England and sets sail for the wilds of North America.When Jack learns there is a traitor in his ranks, he is dispatched as a double agent to root out the secrets of the Illuminati, a secret lodge within the Freemasons with their own agenda in the colonies. With no one left to trust and more blood spilling with each passing day, it's no longer clear if Jack is a spy.or the target. From the streets of London to the bloody battlefields of Saratoga, from forest fights on the Hudson to the seedy corners of wintry Philadelphia, Jack Absolute marks the EXHILARATING BEGINNING of an epic 18th century adventure.One of the best historical fiction novels of the Revolutionary War with a charismatic hero.Fans of Simon Scarrow, Bernard Cornwell, Jeff Shaara and Diana Gabaldon will eagerly follow the adventures of Jack Absolute.The Jack Absolute Series: The Blooding of Jack Absolute, Book #1 Jack Absolute, Book #2 Absolute Honor, Book #3What readers are saying about Jack Absolute: I love this absolutely delightful, swashbuckling, HISTORICAL THRILLER.Filled with ACTION, ADVENTURE AND HUMOR. a fabulous, fast paced novel which is hard to put down. This book is anabsoluteriot. a fun, rollicking, adventurous good time. He is a bit of a playboy, but I was won over by his heart and personality.The action is hot, THE INTRIGUE IS CONSTANT, and the historical grounding is convincing.the kind of BREAKNECK ADVENTURE for which the term rollicking was coinedWhat reviewers are saying about hero Jack Absolute: A RIP-ROARING ADVENTURE PACKED WITH ACTION, DRAMA, AND PASSION.-Kate Mosse, author of Labyrinth Imagine if Dan Brown were to write historical fiction starring Robert Downey, Jr. as Sherlock Holmes.and you have this novel. -Tara's Book BlogThis is a ROLLICKING HISTORICAL FICTION with a larger than life figure. -Booksie's Blog .heartwarming in the dash of romance it contains, but it's also hysterically funny. -Romance Junkies With misadventures, danger, cynicism, a bit of wit, a touch of humor, spies, war, and a bit of romance. -My Book Addiction Reviews An absolute delight Swashbuckling adventure, eighteenth-century wit, hugely entertaining plots, and one of the most appealing military gentlemen ever to wear a sword. Diana Gabaldon - Author of The Outlander.…
Seller Inventory # CIN140228070XG
- Title
- Jack Absolute
- Author
- C Humphreys
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks Landmark
- Publication year
- 2013
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 140228070X
- ISBN 13
- 9781402280702
- Series
- Book 3 of 4: The Adventures of Jack Absolute
"An absolute delight! ...one of the most appealing military gentlemen ever to wear a sword." Diana Gabaldon, Author of Outlander
The year is 1777. As the American Revolutionary War rages across the sea, London is swept off its feet by Jack Absolute, the dashing rogue in Richard Sheridan's comedy The Rivals.
When the real Jack Absolute, former captain of the 16th Light Dragoons, returns after years abroad he is immediately embroiled in an illegal duel over a backstage tryst at the Drury Lane theatre.
Jack escapes with his life, only to find himself pressed again into the King's service as a spy for the British in the Revolutionary War.
With his Mohawk blood brother, Ate, at his sideand Loyalist beauty Louisa Reardon on his mindJack leaves England and sets sail for the wilds of North America.
When Jack learns there is a traitor in his ranks, he is dispatched as a double agent to root out the secrets of the Illuminati, a secret lodge within the Freemasons with their own agenda in the colonies.
With no one left to trust and more blood spilling with each passing day, it's no longer clear if Jack is a spy...or the target.
From the streets of London to the bloody battlefields of Saratoga, from forest fights on the Hudson to the seedy corners of wintry Philadelphia, Jack Absolute marks the EXHILARATING BEGINNING of an epic 18th century adventure.
One of the best historical fiction novels of the Revolutionary War with a charismatic hero.
Fans of Simon Scarrow, Bernard Cornwell, Jeff Shaara and Diana Gabaldon will eagerly follow the adventures of Jack Absolute.
The Jack Absolute Series:
The Blooding of Jack Absolute, Book #1
Jack Absolute, Book #2
Absolute Honor, Book #3
What reviewers are saying about hero Jack Absolute:
"A RIP-;ROARING ADVENTURE PACKED WITH ACTION, DRAMA, AND PASSION."Kate Mosse, author of Labyrinth
"Imagine if Dan Brown were to write historical fiction starring Robert Downey, Jr. as Sherlock Holmes...and you have this novel. " Tara's Book Blog
"This is a ROLLICKING HISTORICAL FICTION with a larger than life figure. " Booksie's Blog
"...heartwarming in the dash of romance it contains, but it's also hysterically funny." Romance Junkies
"With misadventures, danger, cynicism, a bit of wit, a touch of humor, spies, war, and a bit of romance..." My Book Addiction Reviews
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Review
"C.C. Humphreys' tale is unique not only in its blend of history, romance and adventure, but also because it further fictionalizes (in a brilliant manner) an already fictional character: Jack Absolute from Richard Sheridan's 1775 play titled "The Rivals..".Not only is it heartwarming in the dash of romance it contains, but it's also hysterically funny. What a unique combo!" - Romance Junkies
"Humphreys' acting background brings drama to life in Jack's legendary tale." - Booklist
"With misadventures, danger, cynicism, a bit of wit, a touch of humor, spies, war, and a bit of romance this title seems to be a great series in the making. " - My Book Addiction Reviews
"Jack Absolute is one of those characters that sticks with you; he is smart, he always seems to find a way out of the worst situations and he has a faithful sidekick. So one could say the book was a bit formulaic but Mr. Humphrey's writing is full of wit and he brings a paper man to full blown life. " - Broken Teepee
"If you like historical fiction set during the American Revolution, this one delivers a good story with unforgettable characters and an ending that left me reeling." - Library of Clean Reads
"Humphreys is an actor and he brings his understanding of acting and writing into the story, giving us a different perspective on what attracts people to the craft as well as providing the story with an unexpected insight." - Books, Movies, Reviews! Oh My!
"Jack Absolute is an interesting story. It's a historical, sure, but there are so many fantastic aspects of the book that it almost reads like a James Bond story. There are plenty of details, twists and turns to draw the reader in." - Long and Short Reviews
"I think historical fiction and historical military fiction buffs will enjoy this book immensely, but so, too, will anyone looking for an excellent story with a charming, quick-witted lead character who manages to get out of some pretty tough spots! " - A TiffyFit's Reading Corner
"Imagine if Dan Brown were to write historical fiction starring Robert Downey, Jr. as Sherlock Holmes. Got that? Now throw in a heavy dose of Shakespeare and theatre humor and you have this novel. " - Tara's Book Blog
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