Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade

Dive into the captivating world of 'Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade,' the riveting first installment in Diana Gabaldon's acclaimed Lord John Grey series, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe. This historical fiction novel, published by Random House UK, masterfully intertwines themes of adventure, romance, and mystery during the tumultuous period of the Seven Years War. Follow Lord John Grey, a complex nobleman and officer, as he navigates the treacherous waters of scandal, love, and family secrets. Set in a richly detailed London, where whispers of Jacobite treachery linger in the air, Grey finds himself embroiled in conspiracy and intrigue. With his father's scandalous past looming over him, Lord John must confront dark rumors that threaten his family's honor and lead to perilous outcomes. The story unfolds across battlefields and lavish ballrooms, bringing to life the political machinations and personal tribulations of the time. From the barracks of His Majesty's Army to the serene yet haunting landscape of the Lake District, Grey's journey of discovery finds him entangled with the mysterious Jamie Fraser, whose own past intertwines with Grey's quest for truth. Experience the richly woven narrative that Gabaldon fans cherish, and immerse yourself in this gripping historical mystery that resonates with adventure and desire.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099463337
Format: A-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 640


Description:
________________________________The first book in Diana Gabaldon's LORD JOHN GREY series, set in the same world as her OUTLANDER novelsIt's 1758 and Europe is in turmoil - the Seven Years War is taking hold and London is ripe with deceit. The enigmatic Lord John Grey, a nobleman and high-ranking officer in His Majesty's Army, pursues a clandestine love affair and a deadly family secret.Grey's father, the Duke of Pardloe, shot himself just days before he was to be accused of being a Jacobite traitor. Now, seventeen years on, the family name has been redeemed; but an impending marriage revives the scandal. Lord John knows that as Whitehall whispers, rumours all too often lead their victims to the wails of Newgate prison - and to the gallows.From barracks and parade-grounds to the bloody battlefields of Prussia, Grey faces danger and forbidden passions in his search for the truth. But it is in the stony fells of the Lake District that he finds the man who may hold the key to his quest- the enigmatic Jacobite prisoner Jamie Fraser.Eighteenth-century Europe is brought startlingly to life in this compelling adventure mystery.

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