Tracy Grants literarisches Werk taucht in die historischen Landschaften der britischen Geschichte ein und erforscht insbesondere die Entwicklung der Ehre im England des späten fünfzehnten Jahrhunderts. Ihr Schreiben zeichnet sich durch eine tiefe Auseinandersetzung mit der Vergangenheit aus und erweckt die sozialen und kulturellen Dynamiken vergangener Epochen zum Leben. Durch ihre Erzählung bietet Grant den Lesern fesselnde Geschichten, die auf sorgfältiger Recherche und einer Leidenschaft für historische Details beruhen. Ihr Ansatz verbindet gründliche wissenschaftliche Arbeit mit fesselndem Storytelling.
Eine Geschichte von Liebe und Verrat im Zeitalter Napoleons Mélanie und Charles Frazer sind reich, schön und Lieblinge der Londoner Gesellschaft. Als ihr kleiner Sohn entführt wird, bricht ihre perfekte Welt in Stücke. Ein Erpresserbrief beschwört eine verdrängte, blutige Vergangenheit wieder herauf, und eine alte Bedrohung holt sie wieder ein. In den Wirren des napoleonischen Krieges in Spanien gerieten damals nämlich sowohl Charles als auch Mélanie zwischen die Fronten. Nur haben sie einander nie davon erzählt...
Spionage, verbotene Affären und ein tödliches Familiengeheimnis London, 1817: Mélanie und Charles Frazer sind aus dem napoleonischen Krieg nach Hause zurückgekehrt. Aber auch auf großen Bällen in hochherrschaftlichen Villen lauert Gefahr. Ein erschütternder Mord enthüllt die skandalösen Verwicklungen von Charles‘ eigener Familie. Mélanie und Charles ahnen nicht, dass sie mit ihren Nachforschungen ihr Leben aufs Spiel setzen.
Set against the backdrop of London in 1820, the story follows Mélanie Rannoch as she navigates the complexities of societal intrigues while preparing for her debut play. Despite her desire to distance herself from the dangers of espionage, the political tensions in Britain and Europe threaten to disrupt her ambitions, blending elements of drama and suspense in a richly historical context.
The story explores the tumultuous life of a retired spy who finds it impossible to escape the shadows of their past. As old secrets resurface and new dangers emerge, the protagonist must navigate a web of intrigue and deception. Themes of identity, loyalty, and the challenges of leaving a life of espionage behind are intricately woven into the narrative, highlighting the complexities of a life spent in the shadows.
Set in a captivating mystery backdrop, this novella features Rannoch Fraser, who navigates a web of intrigue and suspense. As he delves into complex cases, readers are drawn into a world filled with unexpected twists and compelling characters. The narrative promises a blend of tension and clever plotting, showcasing Fraser's unique investigative skills. This installment adds depth to the series, offering both new and returning readers an engaging experience in the realm of crime-solving.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Regency London, married spies Malcolm and Mélanie Rannoch embark on a complex investigation that delves into the enigmatic past of a cunning spymaster. As they navigate the intricate web of espionage, they confront not only external threats but also the hidden truths that have influenced their lives and destinies. The story promises a blend of intrigue, romance, and the exploration of loyalty amidst the shadows of espionage.
<b>June-July 1817</b> <i>The task had taken shape thanks to the inconvenient way secrets had of bubbling to the surface. It went without saying that it was going to be difficult. But then, murder always was…</i> The London docks. Beneath a silent moon, a mysterious exile slips back into the city to complete a nefarious mission that began decades before. On that same night, London's titled, wealthy and beautiful waltz the night away at Glenister House. Among the guests aristocratic Charles Fraser, a former spy recently returned from the Napoleonic Wars, and his bride Mélanie, who has charmed London society but hides her own secrets. In the brilliance of Mayfair, a visitor from their past pulls Charles and Mélanie back into the world of danger and espionage they thought they had left behind. But this time, the intrigues are rooted in Charles's complex and troubled family. Melanie and Charles Fraser have traded the moment-to-moment dangers of the war-ravaged Continent for the glittering world of the British ton. But beneath the shimmering veneer of London society, they discover an establishment that is rotten to its very core. An assassination and a trail of clues that lead back to the French Revolution itself plunge Charles and Melanie once more into the danger that has always been the common ground in their marriage. As they search for the truth, they find that the answers cut shockingly close to their own friends and family - including the seemingly perfect Honoria Talbot. A secret society, and the dangerous liaisons of the Fraser family lead Charles and Mélanie from the glittering ballrooms and shadowy streets of London to the Fraser estate on the Scottish coast. This is a deadly game that could shake the fate of nations: but for Charles, the stakes are the lives of those he holds most dear, and the love of the enigmatic woman who shares his name...and his bed.
