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Gowrie; or, the King's Plot.

By G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford) James

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of kings and conspiracies, a young earl finds his destiny entangled with forbidden love and deadly secrets.

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2015-11-20
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Summary

"Gowrie; or, the King's Plot" by G. P. R. James is a historical fiction that pulls you into the world of John, Earl of Gowrie, and the shadowy Gowrie Conspiracy. Starting in Padua, young Gowrie enjoys a vibrant festival with his friend Sir John Hume, reminiscing about their past, including a woman named Julia, and joking around. But the fun doesn't last because Julia is the granddaughter of Manucci, a scholar caught in political games, connecting her to the Earl’s destiny and the secrets that threaten to swallow them all. Through hidden plots and forbidden love, the story shows how loyalty can be tested and trust can be broken.

About the Author

George Payne Rainsford James, was an English novelist and historical writer, the son of a physician in London. He was for many years British Consul at various places in the United States and on the Continent. He held the honorary office of British Historiographer Royal during the last years of William IV's reign.

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