Roberta Gellis Bücher

When it became certain that Edward VI was dying, the duke of Northumberland, who had been ruling England in his name, made a plan that would let him hold onto his power. He dared not let Mary come to the throne because she was fiercely Catholic and he had espoused the Protestant cause. He did not want Elizabeth to rule because he knew her imperious nature would never defer to him. But there was more than one puppet master at work: The evil elf-lord Vidal Dhu had no intention of losing the flood of power the misery of Mary’s reign would bring the Dark Court, and intervened so that Mary was proclaimed queen. Urged by her Chancellor and the Imperial ambassador to order Elizabeth’s death, Mary chose a different to insure that Elizabeth would never reign. She must marry and bear a child to be the Catholic heir. Vidal Dhu, replete with power from the pain and terror of Mary’s burning of heretics, agreed with Mary. Vidal Dhu had very special plans for that child. And since Oberon and Titania had disappeared, there now was no one except the double pair of twins to stand between the mortals of England and the rule of Evil.

"Lissa never much liked her elderly husband, but she certainly hadn't suspected he was plotting treason. When she's suddenly left a widow, the sharp gaze of the king's head investigator turns straight to her. Sir Justin is honor-bound to treat Lissa as a suspect, but keeping his distance from the beautiful temptress requires every ounce of his legendary self-control. As King John's court swirls with intrigue, tempers are high, passions are hot, and one wrong move could change the course of history."--Page 4 of cover.

Set in 16th century England, the story presents a pivotal moment in history, where two potential futures are envisioned by the Sidhe of Elfhame Avalon. One scenario depicts a tyrannical queen aligning with the Inquisition, bringing terror to both humans and elves. In contrast, the other foresees a wise and benevolent red-haired queen named Elizabeth, who could usher in an era of peace and prosperity. The narrative explores themes of power, destiny, and the delicate balance between good and evil.

The FarSeers of Elfhame Avalon embark on a quest to locate and safeguard a child destined to become Elizabeth I, Queen of England. This thrilling historical fantasy intertwines the fates of the human and elven realms, as the Sidhe confront various threats to ensure the child's future. The narrative explores themes of destiny and protection against malevolent forces, highlighting the importance of this pivotal figure in history.

Four tales of romance set in the realm of Celtic magic and lore feature the fiction stylings of Morgan Llywelyn, Barbara Samuel, and Roberta Gellis. Reprint.

The Roselynde Chronicles, Book Four Fate made them enemies... Temptation made them passionate lovers. An exquisite beauty trapped in a deadly game of political intrigue, Gilliane is an innocent pawn of the ruthless, power-hungry barons swarming around her. Forced to marry a man she abhors, she soon becomes the helpless prisoner-and dazzling prize-of her husband's most dangerous foe, Adam Lemagne-only to surrender her heart to her handsome captor. In a breathtaking tale of forbidden desire and smoldering temptation, the star-crossed lovers must survive pain and peril in their stormy quest for love. Publisher's Note: Previously published elsewhere.

The Roselynde Chronicles, Book Six Sybelle, youngest heiress to the magnificent Roselynde dynasty, continues the story of power and wealth in a land torn by the threat of civil war. The time has come for the tempestuous amber-eyed heroine to select a husband. But, an independent and powerful woman, she will not relinquish her pride, influence and unusually extensive dowry to the will of just any suitor...until she meets Walter de Clare, the rugged, handsome knight who dares to rebel against King Henry III. Neither the devastation of battle nor nasty court tangles are able to destroy two free spirits whose love is so fiercely determined to survive.