When the british empire sets its sights on india in the midnineteenth century, it expects a quick and easy conquest. Michelle moran is the international bestselling author of seven historical novels. From the internationally bestselling author of nefertitiand cleopat. Thats one reason why rebel queen, the latest from michelle moran best known for her stunning novels about powerful women, like nefertiti and the reallife madame tussaud is so refreshing. In the case of cleopatras daughter, it was a trip to rome. Rebel queen book by michelle moran official publisher page. And in the case of rebel queen, it was my marriage and subsequent tour of india. Michelle moran brings me back home in the heretic queen. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. So far in my career, each of the books ive written have been inspired by various trips ive taken. Author michelle morans complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. The notorious dancer mata hari sits in a cold cell awaiting freedomor death.
From the international bestselling author of rebel queen and nefertiti comes a captivating novel about the infamous mata hari, exotic dancer, adored courtesan, and, possibly, relentless spy. India is fractured and divided into kingdoms, each independent and wary of one another, seemingly no match for the might of the english. Rebel queen or, in the uk, the last queen of india is told from the pov of someone else, a character the blurb calls lakshmis closest confidant which sita really isnt. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read rebel queen. Michelle moran books list of books by author michelle moran. In 2012 michelle was married in india, inspiring her seventh book, rebel queen, which is set in the east. Rebel queen by michelle moran journal of a bibliophile. Instead of surrendering, queen lakshmi raises two armiesone male and one femaleand rides into battle, determined to protect her.
Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. In the tradition of her bestselling novel, nefertiti, and through her strong, independent heroines fighting to make their way in a male dominated world, michelle moran brings nineteenthcentury india to rich, vibrant life. Rebel queen book by michelle moran official publisher. From the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen.
Books by michelle moran authors like michelle moran. Morans books include rebel queen, the second empress, madame tussaud, cleopatras daughter, the heretic queen, and nefertiti. Rebel queen book by moran half price books marketplace. In the tradition of her bestselling novel nefertiti, which diana gabaldon, author of the outlander series, called. Rebel queen shines a light on a time and place rarely explored in historical fiction. Rebel queen by michelle moran nook book ebook barnes. A native of southern california, michelle attended pomona college, then earned a masters degree from the claremont graduate. Smart and ambitious, marie tussaud has learned the secrets of wax sculpting by working alongside her uncle in. Read rebel queen a novel by michelle moran available from rakuten kobo. Use coupon code allnew and get 15% off your first order, now through june 30. Rebel queen moran, michelle author hardcover 2015 moran, michelle on. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Her books have have been translated into more than twenty languages. The queen in question is a significant supporting character, but nothing more.
The whole thing is narrated from a firstperson perspective, that of sita, the queens favorite companion as well. From the international bestselling author of rebel queen and nefertiti comes a captivating novel about the infamous mata hari, exotic. The last queen of india for the story of a girl named sita who becomes a member of the elite, womenonly bodyguards to an indian queen. Historical fiction history sisters queens kings and rulers akhenaton, king of egypt nefertiti, queen of egypt, active 14th century b. It is a tale of nefertari, who was hailed as the warrior queen by the people in egypt and was known for her knowledge of 8 languages. In this behind the book video, michelle moran and her editor, sally kim, discuss michelles strong female characters and her extensive research and travels that shaped rebel queen. Her books have been translated into more than twenty languages. The heretic queen book by michelle moran thriftbooks. Although her soldiers may not appear at first to be formidable against superior british weaponry and training, lakshmi refuses to back down from the empire determined to take away the land. This time released through atria books, this would come out on the 3rd of march in 2015 to much acclaim. For one thing, its titleand blurbare misleading in the extreme. The story of the rebel queen illuminates a piece of history that we sort of think we know in a way that tells a marvelous story and shines a glaring light on the dark shadows of the making of empire. After all the praise ive heard about michelle moran, this book was an enormous letdown.
From the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen lakshmiindias joan of arcwho. Nefertari was the chief wife to rameses ii rameses the great and it was truly a love match. Duchessa di parma, imperatrice di francia e paolina bonaparte. If you are the publisher or author of this book and feel that the. Her storytelling weaves a tale from pieces of history, broken hearts, betrayal, love, and sacrifice to breathe life into the rebel queen and those dear to her. In these pages, her tumultuous and amazing story comes to life as only michelle moran can tell it. Michelle moran is the internationally bestselling author of seven historical novels, including rebel queen, which was inspired by her travels. At first sight rebel queen may sound like its a bit of a history book, but rest assured that michelle moran really does take care of the entertainment factor. Rebel queen by michelle moran from the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen. Alone and despondent, mata hari is as confused as the rest of the world about the charges shes been arrested.
A native of southern california, she attended pomona college, then earned a masters degree from the claremont graduate university. Michelle moran san fernando valley, 11 agosto 1980 e una scrittrice statunitense. Theres a lot of info to get across, but i always read books like that. Instead of surrendering, queen lakshmi raises two armiesone male and one femaleand rides into battle, determined to protect her country and her people. Michelle moran is the internationally bestselling author of seven historical novels, including rebel queen, which was inspired by her travels throughout india. Michelle moran is the international bestselling author of six historical novels, including madame tussaud, which was optioned for a miniseries in 2011. When the british empire sets its sights on india in the midnineteenth century. Following a summer in israel where she worked as a volunteer archaeologist, she. Michelle moran will sign and discuss mata haris last dance touchstone. A frequent traveler, michelle currently resides with her husband and two children in the us. From the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen lakshmiindias joan of arcwho against all odds defied the mighty british invasion to defend her beloved kingdom. From the international bestselling author of rebel queen and nefertiti comes a captivating novel about the infamous mata hari, exotic dancer, adored courtesan.
But when they arrive in the kingdom of jhansi, the british army is met with a surprising challenge. Once again, michelle moran has completely captivated her audience with glimmers of the past. In the case of nefertiti, it was an archaeological dig in israel, followed by a trip to egypt. From the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras. Rebel queen by michelle moran overview from the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen lakshmiindias joan of arcwho against all odds defied the mighty british invasion to defend her beloved kingdom. Michelle has traveled around the world, from zimbabwe to india, and her experiences at.
Her sixth book, rebel queen, is set in india and talks about the queen lakshmibai of jhansi. Telling the story of another historical event, this time taking place in nineteenth century india, it looks at the occupation of the country by the british empire. Rebel queen by michelle moran, 9781476716367, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Michelle moran books in order best books for 8 year old girls, occupation, author. I have read all of michelle morans previous books and found them to be a bit hit and miss. Rebel queen has 3 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Rebel queen from the internationally bestselling author of nefertiti and cleopatras daughter comes the breathtaking story of queen lakshmiindias joan of arcwho against all odds defied the mighty british invasion to defend her beloved kingdom. A frequent traveler, michelle currently resides with her husband and two. The year is 1788, and a revolution is about to begin. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone.
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