First in a gorgeous new historical romance series from the "New York Times"-bestselling author set in the upscale Florentine society. How can two lovers from two cultures find happiness in a world determined to tear them apart?
First in a gorgeous new historical romance series from the "New York Times"-bestselling author set in the upscale Florentine society. How can two lovers from two cultures find happiness in a world determined to tear them apart?
Florentine silk merchant Giovanni Pietro d'Angelo and his wife want nothing more than to marry their daughters to wealthy men of distinction. But when their son is implicated in a tragic accident, it is their eldest daughter, Bianca, who must pay the price - by marrying the powerful and debauched Sebastiano Rovere in exchange for his silence. Bianca flees the cruel union and seeks shelter in a seaside villa where she discovers the possibility of love at last. But Florentine society will never approve of the man she's chosen- Prince Amir, grandson of Mehmet the Conqueror. Two passionate lovers. Two different worlds determined to keep them apart. 'Bertrice Small has long been a favorite among many erotic historical readers and I firmly believe she'll hold the title of the 'reigning queen' for many years to come.' Romance Junkies 'Exquisite historical detail brings every moment vividly to life.' Publishers Weekly 'A Renaissance romance fraught with conflicting family dynamics and ruthless dangers!...... The plotting is spellbinding . . . intriguing.' Fresh Fiction
“Praise for Bianca "Leaving the Scottish border behind, Small heads to both new (Renaissance Italy) and familiar (the Middle East) territory in a lush and highly sensual tale: the first of the Silk Merchant's Daughters quartet. Large in scope and heated, even sizzling, with passion-- Fifty Shades has nothing on Small--Bianca harkens back to the style, sweep and sensuality that this beloved author is known for creating."-- RT Book Reviews (4”
Praise for Bianca "Leaving the Scottish border behind, Small heads to both new (Renaissance Italy) and familiar (the Middle East) territory in a lush and highly sensual tale: the first of the Silk Merchant's Daughters quartet. Large in scope and heated, even sizzling, with passion--Fifty Shades has nothing on Small--Bianca harkens back to the style, sweep and sensuality that this beloved author is known for creating."--RT Book Reviews (41/2 stars, Top Pick)
"Exquisite historical detail brings every moment vividly to life."--Publishers Weekly
More Praise for Bertrice Small
"Bertrice Small is a legend."--Linda Lael Miller
"Bertrice Small has long been a favorite among many erotic historical readers and I firmly believe she'll hold the title of the 'reigning queen' for many years to come."--Romance Junkies
"[Her novels] tell an intriguing story, they are rich in detail, and they are all so very hard to put down."--The Best Reviews
Beatrice Small lives with her husband, George;
Deuteromony, the long-haired Maine Coon Cat;
Checquers, the fat black and white cat with the pink
ears; Nicky the Cockatiel; and Gilberto, the cranky
Half-Moon Conure, in the English speaking
community in New York State. The family heir, Tom,
is now a college man. Beatrice Small is the author of
"The Kadin, Love Wild and Fair, Adora,
Skye O'Malley, Unconquered, Beloved,
All The Sweet Tomorrows,
This Heart Of Mine, Enchantress Mine,
Blaze Wyndham, Lost Love Found,
The Spitfire, and A Love Fo
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.