{"product_id":"libertines-kiss-9780992050436","title":"Libertine's Kiss","description":"Libertine, court poet, crony of King Charles II, the brilliant, witty, and damaged William DeVeres get's a second chance at life and love when he is unexpectedly reunited with his childhood sweetheart, Elizabeth Walters, a strong and determined young woman who knows who and what she wants. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Fueled by sizzling sensuality and sharp wit, James' refreshingly different historical deftly re-creates the glittering, colorful court of Charles II while also delivering an unforgettable love story.\"\u003cbr\u003eBOOKLIST starred review, John Charles. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Judith James juggles poetry, Restoration court culture, and fairytale references with an almost perfect sense of timing, and the result is a world that springs vividly to life... I find myself wanting to compare it to something, but there is really nothing out there quite like this.\" Lynn Spenser All About Romance. \"Fueled by sizzling sensuality and sharp wit, James' refreshingly different historical deftly re-creates the glittering, colorful court of Charles II while also delivering an unforgettable love story.\"\u003cbr\u003e BOOKLIST starred review John Charles \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Judith James juggles poetry, Restoration court culture, and fairytale references with an almost perfect sense of timing, and the result is a world that springs vividly to life. I find myself wanting to compare it to something, but there is really nothing out there quite like this.\" Lynn Spenser All About Romance. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Nominated as Best British Isles Historical by Romantic Times, a Romantic Times Top Pick and AAR Desert Island Keeper, Libertine's Kiss features a hero based on John Wilmot, the notorious libertine, poet, and friend of King Charles II. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Historical details, poetic quotations and fictional characters based on real individuals blend perfectly in Libertine's Kiss. William and Elizabeth's story is compelling, sexy as can be and expertly told. Libertine's Kiss is everything a historical romance should be and more. Don't miss this one \u003cbr\u003eREADERTOREADER \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Winner of IPPY Gold for the critically acclaimed Broken Wing, award-winning author Judith James' Rakes and Rogues of the Restoration series transports you to the thrilling days of highwaymen, cavaliers, courtiers, and spies. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With the historical breadth of Phillipa Gregory, the scorching sensuality of Elizabeth Hoyt, and vibrant characters that leap off the page to linger long after the tale is done, these are love stories you won't soon forget  \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Don't miss the other books in this series \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Soldier of Fortune (The King's Courtesan)\u003cbr\u003e The Highwayman\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Judith James\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Halfpenny House\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/01\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 270\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.68lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.99h x 5.24w x 0.61d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780992050436\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAward-winning author Judith James has worked as a trail guide, horse trainer, and clinical psychologist. An avid reader and history buff, she has traveled, worked and lived in many places, including the Arctic, Ireland, London and France. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e She has found the perfect place to write on the East Coast, with a view of the ocean from her window. Judith's writing combines her love of history, romance, and adventure with her keen interest in the complexities of human nature, and the heart's capacity to heal. She is currently in service to a cranky elderly cat who thinks she can type and delights in teaching lessons about backing up files. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Judith James awards include \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e LIBERTINE'S KISS \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -Nominated RT Best British Isles Historical\u003cbr\u003e -Booklist starred review\u003cbr\u003e -Romantic Times Top Pick\u003cbr\u003e -AAR Desert Island Keeper \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e SOLDIER OF FORTUNE (The King's Courtesan) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -Romantic Times Top Pick \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e THE HIGHWAYMAN \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -Heroes and Heartbreakers Best Reads 2014 \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e BROKEN WING \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -Independent Publisher's Awards IPPY Gold Medal Winner\u003cbr\u003e -Romance Novel TV Best Debut\u003cbr\u003e -Historical Novels Review Editor's Choice\u003cbr\u003e -AAR Desert Island Keeper\u003cbr\u003e -AAR Honorable Mention Best Book\u003cbr\u003e -AAR Buried Treasure \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e HIGHLAND REBEL \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e -One of the best of 2009 Barnes and Noble\u003cbr\u003e -Historical Novels Review Editor's Choice\u003cbr\u003e -One of the best of 2009 Dear Author \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Ms. James is always pleased to hear from fellow readers and writers and invites you to visit her on Facebook, her webpage or on twitter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Halfpenny House","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":40530854117491,"sku":"9.78E+12","price":18.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/products\/img_1544b95b-6c01-425a-bed3-c298bea2ac4c.jpg?v=1666359916","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/libertines-kiss-9780992050436","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}