Books tagged with Historical
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Thomas Grey & The Year Without Summer
by Peter Argonis
(2)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
Thomas and Mirabel are finally reunited when the catastrophic crop failures of 1816 require him to protect his estate from looming starvation. He also becomes popular as an anti-slavery writer and is sent to the Barbary Coast again to battle his arch enemy's successor. Interesting times, indeed.
First posted at storiesonline.net in 2021; now in a revised and re-edited version.
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Elcano and the First Circumnavigation of the World
by Mark West
(1)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval
The first circumnavigation of the world between 1519 and 1522 is generally erroneously attributed to Fernando Magellan, but actually completed by Juan Sebastián Elcano after the death of Magellan in what is now the Philippines. The documents that relate to the life of this man are scarce.
This is an imagined account of the life of Elcano up to the point of joining Magellan's fleet.
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Young Thomas Grey
by Peter Argonis
(30)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
At 11 years of age, Thomas Grey goes to sea as a volunteer in a small sloop of war, commanded by his father, to learn seamanship prior to joining the Royal Naval Academy. Thomas has to mature beyond his years, surviving sea battles and yellow fever, but he joins the Academy as an accomplished sailor and leader in the making, finding friends for life in the process. First Book in the Series.
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The Return of Thomas Grey
by Peter Argonis
(22)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Sixteen year-old Thomas Grey goes to sea in a small escort ship protecting merchantmen convoys during the Napoleonic Wars. An accomplished sailor, he rises quickly, and after a daring boat raid, is given his first ship. He becomes known as a reliable and daring captain, and as a champion fighting piracy and slavery. He must cope with the loss of his parents, but finds love with an unlikely bride.
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The Adventures of Young Will Potter — A Seafaring Novel
by Peter Argonis
(98)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Will Potter, orphan and merchant’s apprentice in a small Devon port, runs afoul of the law when he beats up a landowner's son. Given a choice between prison and volunteering for the Royal Navy, he joins a small Navy sloop bound for New South Wales. Will finds his calling, a sweet wife and even a little glory at Trafalgar. A new story in the Anthony Carter Universe of seafaring tales.
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Sea Fencibles
by Peter Argonis
(3)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
Captain Jeremiah Anson, a disabled veteran of Trafalgar, is posted to a shore command in a small Devon port. He is insecure, but when he meets Elizabeth, the mute daughter of the local squire, he finds a kindred soul. To win her, Anson must fight the squire's prejudice but also his own feelings of inadequacy. Elizabeth, too, must find the strength to overcome her impediment to thwart her father.
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Rough Waters — Book 2 in the Anthony Carter Sea Adventures
by Peter Argonis
(9)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
Anthony Carter is back! Now a senior captain and married to Harriet, he faces challenges in his professional and private live, encountering Caribbean pirates, arrogant colonial officers, Irish traitors, French soldiers, a lunatic admiral, and a pitched naval battle in the Bay of Biscay. In all this, he and Harriet must realise that married life is no endless honeymoon. Rough waters indeed.
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Follow Focus
by Devon Layne
(19)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » USA
Photo Finish Book 6. Nate and his three girlfriends have graduated from college at last and prospects are good—except for the draft board insisting Nate still has to complete alternative service. But Nate's alternative service will be unlike any that has gone before. It leads him all over the world as he and Ronda visit embassies to install new passport cameras.
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Penelope, Mistress of the Manor
by Lubrican
(3)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval
The aged Earl of Haversham was in need of a wife, and an heir. So, he bartered a marriage to young Penelope, and brought her to Farnsworth Manor. It turned out he was too old to perform his part of the task but getting an heir was mandatory. Mistress Penelope knew her duty. Someone else would have to get her pregnant.
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Mrs Henderson's Limp
by Robert Hart
(1)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Elise parachutes into occupied France just before D-Day in 1944 to report by radio on the movements of an SS Division.
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Thomas Grey & His Friends
by Peter Argonis
(15)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
With the year 1818 starting, Thomas expects better times for his family and lands. Yet, the year starts with a tragedy, and the following events have him meet boyhood friends but also encounter underhanded enemies. In the end, there are four weddings and a funeral, but there are also new adventures in the offing.
A brand-new Thomas Grey story for your enjoyment!
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Lady Lambert's Adventures
by Peter Argonis
(19)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
As Richard's wife, Ellen is now styled Lady Lambert and travels America, India, Egypt, Bavaria and France at his side, meeting many people and having adventures on the way. She becomes a patron of the arts, a confidante of the young Princess Victoria, and a matchmaker for her family, friends and protégés, always striving to share the good fortunes she enjoys herself. Rewritten with added content.
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Anthony Carter and the Admiral's Daughter — Book 1 in the Anthony Carter Sea Adventures
by Peter Argonis
(12)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
When 18-year-old Anthony Carter, lowly second mate in a small schooner, and Harriet Lambert, the young, arrogant daughter of a Royal Navy admiral, barely survive a shipwreck, they recognise each other's mettles. A short-lived romance ensues, but it takes years and great perils and pains for them to find happiness together. A romance set during the Napoleonic Wars.
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English Jim & the Baltimore Rose
by Peter Argonis
(16)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Western & American frontier
Wounded in the Crimean War and embittered by his fiancée's betrayal, Captain James Tremayne leaves England for America and becomes a digger during the Pike's Peak Gold Rush. 'Baltimore Rose' Donegal is a saloon wench and convict who in 1861 crosses his path in Fort Laramie. Read how two people from worlds apart overcome bitterness and hurt, growing to respect and love each other.
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Ellen Trilby
by Peter Argonis
(19)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
On a rainy spring day, Ellen Trilby appears on Anthony Carter's estate, asking for shelter. She is the daughter of Major George Trilby and his wife Siobhan, both dear friends of Harriet Carter, escaping an unwanted suitor. At odds with the Carters' son Richard at first, they grow together through tragedy and danger, but they must overcome their own insecurities before they can become a couple.
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Thomas Grey & The Hundred Days
by Peter Argonis
(3)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
Having returned to Surrey to enjoy the fruits of his toils, Thomas Grey is once again called to duty and away from his home after Napoleon's return to France and the renewal of war with France. Note: A shorter version of this story was posted at storiesonline.net in 2021.
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Colette
by Robert Hart
(3)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
In World War 2, a Special Operations Executive radio operator is sent to France to work with the French Resistance.
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Thomas Grey and the Smugglers
by Peter Argonis
(5)
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Regency
Our hero is sent to Bermuda to command the Navy Station at this important way point for British trade. The suppression of the rampant smuggling, but also the dangers of the Yellow Fever require his attention, whilst a feud from his youth is finally resolved. Finally, Thomas returns to his alma mater as commanding officer, his life coming full circle.
A brand-new Thomas Grey adventure!
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King's Court 1 -- The Dungeon Master
by Sabre Lords
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval
The Dungeon Master -- Women fear him. Some hate him. All know what happens if she falls into his hands -- or chains (that many women love what happens is not talked about). Loyal to the King, his men are devoted to him. He makes sure they are paid well, and get a steady diet of fresh women.
This is the first in "The King's Court" series.
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Purveyor of Death
by Ron Lewis
Categories: Fiction » Historical » Western & American frontier
The good Doctor believes himself to be the left hand of God to deliver sinners to their graves. His daughter isn’t his real daughter, but she’s along for the ride. Why? She just likes to kill people.
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