First published 1978
This collection brings together three of Georgette Heyer's beloved historical romances. In "The Talisman Ring," Eustacie de Vauban flees an arranged marriage and becomes entangled with smugglers and a mysterious family heirloom. Sarah Thane finds herself drawn into the adventure when she helps the French girl prove a man's innocence. "The Gambling Man" follows different characters through the world of Regency gaming and romance. "The King's Pleasure" transports readers to Tudor England, where political intrigue shapes personal destiny. Each novel showcases Heyer's signature blend of witty dialogue, period detail, and romantic tension. The stories feature strong-willed heroines who must navigate society's constraints while following their hearts. Adventure and romance interweave as characters face dangers both physical and emotional in their quests for love and justice.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adventure, historical-romance
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Regency England, Tudor England
Period: 19th Century, 16th Century
703 pages · Hardcover · Sundial Publications