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The Deadly Sisterhood

A story of Women, Power and Intrigue in the Italian Renaissance

by Leonie Frieda ...

The women who wielded the real power behind the throne in Renaissance Italy, from a bestselling historian.This book is one of drama on a grand scale, a Renaissance epic, as Christendom emerged from the shadows of the calamitous 14th century. The sweeping tale involves inspired and corrupt monarchs, the finest thinkers, the most brilliant artists and the greatest beauties in Christendom.Here are ... Read more

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The women who wielded the real power behind the throne in Renaissance Italy, from a bestselling historian.This book is one of drama on a grand scale, a Renaissance epic, as Christendom emerged from the shadows of the calamitous 14th century. The sweeping tale involves inspired and corrupt monarchs, the finest thinkers, the most brilliant artists and the greatest beauties in Christendom.Here are
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Francis I

The Maker of Modern France

by Leonie Frieda ...

Francis I (1494-1547) was inconstant, amorous, hot-headed and flawed. Arguably he was also the most significant king that France ever had.A contemporary of Henry VIII of England, Francis saw himself as the first Renaissance king. A courageous and heroic warrior, he was also a keen aesthete, an accomplished diplomat and an energetic ruler who turned his country into a force to be reckoned with. ... Read more

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Francis I (1494-1547) was inconstant, amorous, hot-headed and flawed. Arguably he was also the most significant king that France ever had.A contemporary of Henry VIII of England, Francis saw himself as the first Renaissance king. A courageous and heroic warrior, he was also a keen aesthete, an accomplished diplomat and an energetic ruler who turned his country into a force to be reckoned with.
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Catherine de Medici

Catherine de Medici: Renaissance Queen of France

by Leonie Frieda ...

Narrated by Sarah Le Fevre ...

Unabridged

20 hours 58 min

SOON TO BE THE TV SERIES 'THE SERPENT QUEEN', STARRING SAMANTHA MORTONThe bestselling revisionist biography of one of the great women of the 16th centuryOrphaned in infancy, Catherine de Medici was the sole legitimate heiress to the Medici family fortune. Married at fourteen to the future Henri II of France, she was constantly humiliated by his influential mistress Diane de Poitiers. When her ... Read more

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SOON TO BE THE TV SERIES 'THE SERPENT QUEEN', STARRING SAMANTHA MORTONThe bestselling revisionist biography of one of the great women of the 16th centuryOrphaned in infancy, Catherine de Medici was the sole legitimate heiress to the Medici family fortune. Married at fourteen to the future Henri II of France, she was constantly humiliated by his influential mistress Diane de Poitiers. When her
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Francis I

The Maker of Modern France

by Leonie Frieda ...

Narrated by Carole Boyd ...

Unabridged

13 hours 8 min

Francis I (1494-1547) was inconstant, amorous, hot-headed and flawed. Yet he was also arguably the most significant king that France ever had. This is his story.A contemporary of Henry VIII of England, Francis saw himself as the first Renaissance king, a man who was the exemplar of courtly and civilised behaviour throughout Europe. A courageous and heroic warrior, he was also a keen aesthete, an ... Read more

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Francis I (1494-1547) was inconstant, amorous, hot-headed and flawed. Yet he was also arguably the most significant king that France ever had. This is his story.A contemporary of Henry VIII of England, Francis saw himself as the first Renaissance king, a man who was the exemplar of courtly and civilised behaviour throughout Europe. A courageous and heroic warrior, he was also a keen aesthete, an
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The Borgias

The Hidden History

by G. J. Meyer ...

Narrated by Enn Reitel ...

Unabridged

20 hours 12 min

An unprecedented portrait of the Renaissance-era Borgia family and their storied milieu, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Tudors“A vivid and at times startling reappraisal of one of the most notorious dynasties in history . . . If you thought you knew the Borgias, this book will surprise you.”—Tracy Borman, author of Queen of the Conqueror and Elizabeth’s Women“Fascinating . . . a ... Read more

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An unprecedented portrait of the Renaissance-era Borgia family and their storied milieu, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Tudors“A vivid and at times startling reappraisal of one of the most notorious dynasties in history . . . If you thought you knew the Borgias, this book will surprise you.”—Tracy Borman, author of Queen of the Conqueror and Elizabeth’s Women“Fascinating . . . a
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Blood Royal

A True Tale of Crime and Detection in Medieval Paris

by Eric Jager ...

Narrated by Rene Auberjonois ...

Unabridged

8 hours 50 min

A riveting true story of murder and detection in 15th-century Paris, by one of the most brilliant medievalists of his generation.On a chilly November night in 1407, Louis of Orleans was murdered by a band of masked men. The crime stunned and paralyzed France since Louis had often ruled in place of his brother King Charles, who had gone mad. As panic seized Paris, an investigation began. In charge ... Read more

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A riveting true story of murder and detection in 15th-century Paris, by one of the most brilliant medievalists of his generation.On a chilly November night in 1407, Louis of Orleans was murdered by a band of masked men. The crime stunned and paralyzed France since Louis had often ruled in place of his brother King Charles, who had gone mad. As panic seized Paris, an investigation began. In charge
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Guardian of the Underworld

by Kylie Quillinan ...

Narrated by Catherine Bilson ...

Series Audiobook 6 - The Amarna Age
Unabridged

7 hours 34 min

Having released Egypt from Ay’s clutches, Ankhesenamun returns to Crete to retrieve Intef from the underworld. But a deal struck with a god, even a minor one like a gate guardian, cannot easily be undone.Once again, Ankhesenamun will be tested.Once again, she will have to decide just how much she’s willing to give up to achieve her aim.Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in ... Read more

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Having released Egypt from Ay’s clutches, Ankhesenamun returns to Crete to retrieve Intef from the underworld. But a deal struck with a god, even a minor one like a gate guardian, cannot easily be undone.Once again, Ankhesenamun will be tested.Once again, she will have to decide just how much she’s willing to give up to achieve her aim.Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in
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Thomas Cromwell

Henry VIII's Great Politician

by Tracy Borman ...

Narrated by Gareth Armstrong, Paul Mendez, Sandra Duncan ...

Unabridged

15 hours 10 min

A gripping and revealing audiobook that brings to life the rise, power and true character of Henry VIII's most influential servantKnown widely as Henry VIII's 'right-hand man', Cromwell has captured imaginations throughout the centuries: but who was he really? In this major new biography, leading historian Tracy Borman examines the life, loves and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

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A gripping and revealing audiobook that brings to life the rise, power and true character of Henry VIII's most influential servantKnown widely as Henry VIII's 'right-hand man', Cromwell has captured imaginations throughout the centuries: but who was he really? In this major new biography, leading historian Tracy Borman examines the life, loves and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England
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Hons and Rebels

The Mitford Family Memoir

by Jessica Mitford ...

Narrated by Jenny Agutter ...

Series series W&N Essentials
Unabridged

9 hours 24 min

'This book is just about my favourite book of all time ... I'm not entirely convinced I could like somebody who didn't like this book ... it's funny and moving and gives you an insight into this extraordinary moment as the war is about to begin ... it's so vivid, and what's more, it's incredibly current' Robert Rinder, BBC Radio 4'Wonderfully funny and very poignant' Philip Toynbee'More than an ... Read more

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'This book is just about my favourite book of all time ... I'm not entirely convinced I could like somebody who didn't like this book ... it's funny and moving and gives you an insight into this extraordinary moment as the war is about to begin ... it's so vivid, and what's more, it's incredibly current' Robert Rinder, BBC Radio 4'Wonderfully funny and very poignant' Philip Toynbee'More than an
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Lady of the Two Lands

by Kylie Quillinan ...

Narrated by Catherine Bilson ...

Series Audiobook 5 - The Amarna Age
Unabridged

8 hours 32 min

Ankhesenamun finally has the Eye of Horus, although she has given up almost everything to secure it. She returns to Egypt to reclaim her throne and restore a more humane monarchy.But she underestimates the Eye. It won’t be content with a queen.The Eye wants more.It wants everything.The only thing Ankhesenamun has left to give is herself.Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ankhesenamun finally has the Eye of Horus, although she has given up almost everything to secure it. She returns to Egypt to reclaim her throne and restore a more humane monarchy.But she underestimates the Eye. It won’t be content with a queen.The Eye wants more.It wants everything.The only thing Ankhesenamun has left to give is herself.Blending history and fantasy, The Amarna Age series is set in
... Read more
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Gates of Anubis

by Kylie Quillinan ...

Narrated by Catherine Bilson ...

Series Audiobook 4 - The Amarna Age
Unabridged

9 hours 23 min

The Eye of Horus is almost within Ankhesenamun's grasp. But when she reaches her destination, what awaits her is nothing like she had expected.She was warned the gods wouldn't allow the Eye to be easily found. She was told she might crave its power for herself. She didn't take either warning seriously enough.Ankhesenamun will be tested until she breaks and only then will the gods decide whether ... Read more

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The Eye of Horus is almost within Ankhesenamun's grasp. But when she reaches her destination, what awaits her is nothing like she had expected.She was warned the gods wouldn't allow the Eye to be easily found. She was told she might crave its power for herself. She didn't take either warning seriously enough.Ankhesenamun will be tested until she breaks and only then will the gods decide whether
... Read more
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Elizabeth

The Forgotten Years

by John Guy ...

Narrated by Alex Jennings ...

Unabridged

17 hours 15 min

**COSTA AWARD FINALISTECONOMIST BOOK OF THE YEARFINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEARFilm rights acquired by Gold Circle Films, the team behind My Big Fat Greek Wedding“A fresh, thrilling portrait… Guy’s Elizabeth is deliciously human.”–Stacy Schiff, The New York Times Book ReviewA groundbreaking reconsideration of our favorite Tudor queen, Elizabeth is an intimate and surprising biography that shows ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

**COSTA AWARD FINALISTECONOMIST BOOK OF THE YEARFINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEARFilm rights acquired by Gold Circle Films, the team behind My Big Fat Greek Wedding“A fresh, thrilling portrait… Guy’s Elizabeth is deliciously human.”–Stacy Schiff, The New York Times Book ReviewA groundbreaking reconsideration of our favorite Tudor queen, Elizabeth is an intimate and surprising biography that shows
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