G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
George John Whyte-Melville was a Scottish novelist much concerned with field sports, and also a poet. He took a break in the mid-1850s to serve as an officer of Turkish irregular cavalry in the Crimean War.
Bones and I : $b or, the skeleton at home
In a lonely London home, an unlikely friendship between a man and a skeleton sparks witty, philosophical debates about life, death, and the oddities of society.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Cerise: A Tale of the Last Century
In a world of kings and courts, a young girl’s innocence blossoms amidst the rigid beauty of Versailles, drawing the attention of both a humble page and the king himself.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Contraband; Or, A Losing Hazard
A captivating widow and a notorious man risk everything for love amidst whispers of scandal and the perils of high society.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Riding Recollections, 5th ed.
Discover how kindness and respect can create an unbreakable bond between horse and rider, unlocking the secrets to masterful horsemanship in this timeless guide.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Market Harborough, and Inside the Bar
A man leaves his old life for a new where he can chase foxes and laughter in the heart of England's hunting country.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Satanella: A Story of Punchestown
** A wild black mare, a charming officer, and an alluring woman find their destinies intertwined amidst the excitement of Victorian high society and the challenges of the racetrack.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
The Queen's Maries: A Romance of Holyrood
Amidst political tensions and emotional farewells, a queen and her loyal ladies embark on a risky journey from France to Scotland, unaware of the dangers and romances that await them.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
The Gladiators. A Tale of Rome and Judæa
Amidst the grandeur of Rome, a slave's strength attracts a noblewoman, setting the stage for a clash of worlds and destinies.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
General Bounce; Or, The Lady and the Locusts
** Amidst the English seaside, a family's sunny boating trip hints at hidden tensions of inheritance, social expectations, and the future of love.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
The Interpreter: A Tale of the War
An old desk unlocks memories of love and loss, revealing how one man's past shapes his family and destiny amidst warfare.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Kate Coventry: An Autobiography
In a world of strict expectations, a spirited young woman's love for horses and independence challenges the boundaries set by society.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Sarchedon: A Legend of the Great Queen
In ancient Mesopotamia, a skilled warrior is caught between ambition, prophecy, and a powerful queen while navigating a land of both historical and mythical elements.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
M. or N. "Similia similibus curantur."
Amidst a raging storm, a desperate man awaits news of his beloved's fate, setting in motion a tale of forbidden love and its harrowing consequences.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville
Katerfelto: A Story of Exmoor
In a whirlwind of duels and political unrest, a wounded young man finds solace and unexpected love with a mysterious gipsy girl in the heart of 18th-century England.
By G. J. (George John) Whyte-Melville