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Experience the captivating story of Mata Hari, an infamous exotic dancer and courtesan who may have also been a spy. This international bestselling novel, from the author of Rebel Queen and Nefertiti, takes you from Mata Hari's carefree childhood to her rise as Europe's most famous dancer, and then to her imprisonment and awaiting fate in 1917 Paris. Michelle Moran expertly blends fact and fiction as she brings to life the world of Mata Hari, taking readers from Indian temples to glamorous Parisian theaters and war-torn German barracks.
This thrilling historical fiction novel tells the inspiring story of Queen Lakshmi - India's Joan of Arc - who defies the powerful British invasion to defend her beloved kingdom. With an unexpected perspective from Sita - Queen Lakshmi's trusted soldier in the all-female army - Rebel Queen brings nineteenth-century India to life and explores the strength of independent heroines in a male-dominated world.
Experience the dramatic last moments of Pompeii through the intertwined stories of its citizens as they face the wrath of Mount Vesuvius. Follow a young boy's loss of innocence in the lively resort town, an heiress' wedding day turned tragic, an ex-legionary's journey to redemption through a doomed gladiator bout, and more. Six authors bring you a gripping tale of patricians, slaves, heroes, villains, and everything in between in the face of a catastrophic disaster. Who will survive, and who will be entombed in ash forever?
Умная и амбициозная Мария Гросхольц управляет салоном восковых фигур на пару со своим отчимом. Она талантливый скульптор, ее творениями восхищается весь Париж, даже королевская чета питает к ней симпатию. Но в столице начинаются беспорядки, зреет семя революции … Разрываясь между симпатией к королевскому семейству и верой в идеалы революции, между любовью к ученому Анри Шарлю и работой в салоне, Мария становится участником уникальных исторических событий. Она не раз потрясет Париж, чтобы мир наконец-то узнал о ней как о неподражаемой «мадам Тюссо»!
Travel back in time with The Egyptian Royals Collection, a complete digital collection of three captivating historical novels by Michelle Moran. Explore powerful family dynasties, court intrigue, and courageous heroines as you delve into the fascinating characters of Ancient Egypt and Rome. The collection includes Nefertiti, The Heretic Queen, and Cleopatra's Daughter, each accompanied by a reading group guide. You'll also get an exciting glimpse of Moran's newest novel, Madame Tussaud, which tells the story of a woman who survived the French Revolution by creating death masks of the aristocracy.
After the French Revolution, Emperor Napoleon marries a Hapsburg princess to secure a royal heir, leaving his first wife, Josephine. Marie-Louise travels to France to be a good wife despite Napoleon's reputation, but numerous rivals for her husband's affection, including his sister, Pauline, challenge her. As Pauline campaigns to undermine the new empress, Paul, her Haitian servant, is torn between his love for Pauline and his sympathy for Marie-Louise. Based on primary resources, The Second Empress takes readers back to Napoleon's empire, where royals and servants alike live at the whim of one man, and two women vie to change their destinies.
Ancient Egypt is in turmoil after a fatal fire wipes out the royal family. The only surviving member, Nefertari, must overcome her family's heretical past and prove herself as a worthy queen. Despite opposition from all of Egypt, she falls in love with the Crown Prince and becomes the wife of Ramesses the Great, destined to lead Egypt through its most famous exodus. Michelle Moran's The Heretic Queen is a sweeping and intricate tale of love and power, heartbreak and triumph.
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Из глубины веков смотрят на нас прекрасные глаза царицы Нефертити, запечатленные на знаменитом скульптурном портрете. Что скрывается за ее непостижимым взором? Эта женщина достигла вершин власти.
Ее супруг, фараон Аменхотеп IV (Эхнатон), был одной из самых загадочных личностей в истории человечества. Его называли фараоном-еретиком, фараоном-ниспровергателем. Можно ли быть счастливой рядом с таким человеком? И если да, то какой ценой дается это счастье?
"Child of the Morning" is a mesmerizing historical novel about the remarkable Hatshepsut, who became the Pharaoh of the greatest empire of ancient times. After her sister's death, Hatshepsut is faced with the difficult task of purifying her dynasty's bloodline by marrying her father's illegitimate son. However, her father has other plans - Hatshepsut is to become Pharaoh, much to the dismay of the priests and her jealous half-brother. Based on historical facts, the novel follows Hatshepsut's ascent to power at the age of fifteen and her rule of more than two decades. Her legacy is immortalized on the walls of her magnificent temple, built by her architect and lover, Senmut. With its evocative writing style, "Child of the Morning" is a captivating story of one of history's most remarkable women.