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Deborah Swift

    Tato autorka se věnuje historické fikci a žije v anglickém Lake District. Její přístup ke čtení je pečlivý, zaměřuje se na současnou i klasickou beletrii a vyhýbá se recenzování děl, která nepovažuje za kvalitní, jako projev úcty k ostatním autorům. Její tvorba se soustředí na propracované příběhy zasazené do minulosti. Pečlivý výběr četby odráží její zájem o literární kvalitu.

    The SIlk Code
    Operation Tulip
    The Gilded Lily
    Entertaining Mr Pepys
    A Plague on Mr Pepys
    Pleasing Mr Pepys
    • Pleasing Mr Pepys

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      4,0(2)Ohodnotit

      From acclaimed historical novelist Deborah Swift,this is the story of diarist Samuel Pepys' London, vibrantly told through the eyes of his maid.Deb Willet is desperate to escape her domineering aunt and takes a position as companion to Samuel Pepys's wife. Deb believes it will give her respectability and freedom - but it proves far more complicated than she could ever have imagined.

      Pleasing Mr Pepys
    • Sales pointsA fresh perspective on the story of world-famous diarist Samuel PepysThe second novel in Deborah Swift's trilogySet in London during the politically turbulent times of the 1660sLaced with emotional intensity and drama'

      A Plague on Mr Pepys
    • Entertaining Mr Pepys

      • 400 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení
      3,4(3)Ohodnotit

      The third in Deborah Swift's atmospheric trilogy, bringing to life the women in Pepys' Diary. Each novel features a different character and can be read as a standalone book.

      Entertaining Mr Pepys
    • The Gilded Lily

      • 482 stránek
      • 17 hodin čtení
      3,6(328)Ohodnotit

      Set against a backdrop of beauty and greed, this historical novel weaves a tale of unexpected redemption. Characters navigate the complexities of their desires and moral dilemmas, revealing the intricate interplay between ambition and conscience. Through rich storytelling, the narrative explores how the pursuit of wealth can lead to both downfall and transformation, ultimately highlighting the resilience of the human spirit.

      The Gilded Lily
    • Operation Tulip

      • 368 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Set during World War II, the third installment of the Secret Agent Series continues to delve into the thrilling and dangerous world of espionage. Readers can expect gripping action and intricate plots as agents navigate treacherous missions. With a focus on courage and sacrifice, this book promises to deliver an engaging narrative filled with historical detail and compelling characters. Fans of the series will not want to miss this exciting addition, which is now available for pre-order.

      Operation Tulip
    • ‘A superbly plotted historical drama… highly recommended!’ The Wishing Shelf ?One woman must sacrifice everything to uncover the truth in this enthralling historical novel, inspired by the true World War Two campaign Radio Aspidistra…

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