The Heart of the Lion: (The Plantagenets: book III): an engrossing historical drama of politics and passion from the Queen of English historical fiction
Dec 2010 · Plantagenet Saga Book 3 · Random House
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A fascinating story of crusades and the desire to capture countries, hearts...and the throne. If you like Philippa Gregory, you will love this historical page-turner from multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy.
'Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama' -- New York Times
'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting.' -- Observer
'Oh my goodness how I enjoyed this read ...!' -- ***** Reader review
'Excellent page-turning read for history lovers' -- ***** Reader review
'Couldn't put this down' -- ***** Reader review
'Jean Plaidy really brings history to life' -- ***** Reader review
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At the age of thirty-two, Richard the Lionheart has finally succeeded Henry II to the English throne. And, against his father's wishes, he intends to make Berengaria, daughter of the King of Navarre, his Queen.
But first he must fulfil his vow to his country to win back Jerusalem for the Christian world. Leaving England to begin his crusade, Richard's kingdom is left in the hands of his brother, John, who casts covetous eyes on the crown, and his sister, Joanna, who is willing to defy even a king.
'Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama' -- New York Times
'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting.' -- Observer
'Oh my goodness how I enjoyed this read ...!' -- ***** Reader review
'Excellent page-turning read for history lovers' -- ***** Reader review
'Couldn't put this down' -- ***** Reader review
'Jean Plaidy really brings history to life' -- ***** Reader review
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At the age of thirty-two, Richard the Lionheart has finally succeeded Henry II to the English throne. And, against his father's wishes, he intends to make Berengaria, daughter of the King of Navarre, his Queen.
But first he must fulfil his vow to his country to win back Jerusalem for the Christian world. Leaving England to begin his crusade, Richard's kingdom is left in the hands of his brother, John, who casts covetous eyes on the crown, and his sister, Joanna, who is willing to defy even a king.
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About the author
Jean Plaidy, one of the pre-eminent authors of historical fiction for most of the twentieth century, is the pen name of the prolific English author Eleanor Hibbert, also know as Victoria Holt. Jean Plaidy's novels had sold more than 14 million copies worldwide by the time of her death in 1993. For further information about our Jean Plaidy reissues and mailing list, please visit www.randomhouse.co.uk/minisites/jeanplaidy
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