Monthly Archives: November 2013

Elizabeth of York: A Tudor Queen and Her World – Alison Weir

The Princess Elizabeth, first child of Edward IV, grew up in a splendid court. As the daughter of a beloved king in a prosperous country, she was destined for a great marriage. She would have known her worth. But things … Continue reading

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Hostage Three – Nick Lake

‘Hostage Three’ is Amy’s designation by the Somali pirates who are holding her for ransom. Amy’s wealthy banker father felt that a yacht trip around the world is what would help bring the family together. Amy is dealing with the suicide … Continue reading

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Curtsies & Conspiracies – Gail Carriger

The young ladies introduced in Etiquette & Espionage are back for more of their finishing school education to become highly polished spies and assassins. There is another plot afoot with Sophronia and her friends smack in the middle. The vampires have more … Continue reading

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The Heart of Everything That Is: The Untold Story of Red Cloud, An American Legend – Bob Drury and Tom Clavin

The Sioux called them Paha Sapa, the heart of everything that is, the center of the universe, a most sacred place. Today they are called the Black Hills. When treaty after treaty had been broken and these hills were threatened, … Continue reading

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