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Star Elite #1
Capturing Sir Dunnicliffe
The Star Elite Series - Book 1
Sir Hugo Dunnicliffe has no intention of returning to Padstow, the home of the one woman he wants most to avoid. The feelings Miss Harriett Ponsonby stirs in him are less than welcome, but when he is left battling for his life, he has no option but to seek the help of the one woman who stirs his soul. The very last thing he wants or needs is to feel any attraction toward the delightfully intriguing Miss Harriett Ponsonby, especially when it appears that her father is involved with the spy smugglers Hugo has been sent to arrest.
Torn between his desire for Harriett, and his duties as a member of the Star Elite, decisions don't come more difficult for Hugo when someone tries to take her life, and he finds himself becoming her bodyguard!
Can he really send his future father-in-law to jail if he is guilty of spy smuggling? Will his obligation to carry out his orders cost him the hand of the only woman who has ever come close to touching this battle-hardened warrior's heart? Can they identify not only one, but two murderers in time to prevent another death?
Book one of the brand new Star Elite series introduces one of England's elite fighting units as they battle to protect England's borders from French spies, murderers, smugglers and thieves while they battle with the demons on the past, and the women who will change their lives forever.
Book 2 - Smuggler's Glory released 20th November 2013.
Book 3 - His Lady Spy released January 2014.
Sir Hugo Dunnicliffe has no intention of returning to Padstow, the home of the one woman he wants most to avoid. The feelings Miss Harriett Ponsonby stirs in him are less than welcome, but when he is left battling for his life, he has no option but to seek the help of the one woman who stirs his soul. The very last thing he wants or needs is to feel any attraction toward the delightfully intriguing Miss Harriett Ponsonby, especially when it appears that her father is involved with the spy smugglers Hugo has been sent to arrest.
Torn between his desire for Harriett, and his duties as a member of the Star Elite, decisions don't come more difficult for Hugo when someone tries to take her life, and he finds himself becoming her bodyguard!
Can he really send his future father-in-law to jail if he is guilty of spy smuggling? Will his obligation to carry out his orders cost him the hand of the only woman who has ever come close to touching this battle-hardened warrior's heart? Can they identify not only one, but two murderers in time to prevent another death?
Book one of the brand new Star Elite series introduces one of England's elite fighting units as they battle to protect England's borders from French spies, murderers, smugglers and thieves while they battle with the demons on the past, and the women who will change their lives forever.
Book 2 - Smuggler's Glory released 20th November 2013.
Book 3 - His Lady Spy released January 2014.
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238 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 19, 2013
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About the author
Rebecca King
227 books100 followersI live in Leicestershire in the United Kingdom where I currently spend my time reading, anything and everything, but mostly books about Cornish smuggling, ghosts and mysteries (Mmmm, I think there is a story there somewhere!)
My love for books has grown throughout my life, fed by my relentless daydreaming. As a child I was always told by my teachers that I daydreamed too much. As an adult, I frequently find myself reading and mentally re-writing the stories, when I read something and feel it could have been done better.
Several people have asked me what inspired me to start writing. Well, I was haunted! Literally. I had a story that just wouldn't leave me. It kept going around and around in my mind, being the first thing I thought of when I woke up, and the last thing I thought about before I went to sleep. I was driven to get the ideas down on paper, initially in a rough draft. But still the stories in my head wouldn't leave me and I soon found myself embellishing my notes and turning them into a book. Thus the Cavendish Mysteries was born. As a working mum, I spent my evenings when the children were tucked up in bed tapping away on my laptop. I still do, and find the 'muse' flows better at night without the constant interruptions of, 'mum, can I have', and 'mum, I'm hungry'.
As soon as I started writing the words flew onto the screen, and I found I couldn't stop. More and more stories came forth and I knew I had to remain true to my dream and turn my passion for writing stories into a job.
It has been a long and very bumpy road, but I do sincerely hope the stories I write bring people pleasure.
I do believe everything in life is a learning journey, put before us to enrich us as we travel life's pathway. I try to learn from all feedback received, and fully appreciate that one cannot please everyone all of the time. There will be people who love my books; in turn there will be people who hate them, but I hope that the majority of people love them.
If you have any comments/suggestions please feel free to use the 'Contact Me' page. I do try to reply to everyone but obviously if I am writing, it may take me a day or two, so please be patient.
Alternatively you can Tweet me I do follow back), or you can check my blog or you can follow me on Facebook:
Website: rebeccaking-author.co.uk
Blog: rebeccaking-author.blogspot.co.uk
Twitter: rebeccaking123
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RebeccaKingHistorica...
Whatever you decide to read, I hope you enjoy it and take a few moments to leave a review for other readers.
Thank you.
My love for books has grown throughout my life, fed by my relentless daydreaming. As a child I was always told by my teachers that I daydreamed too much. As an adult, I frequently find myself reading and mentally re-writing the stories, when I read something and feel it could have been done better.
Several people have asked me what inspired me to start writing. Well, I was haunted! Literally. I had a story that just wouldn't leave me. It kept going around and around in my mind, being the first thing I thought of when I woke up, and the last thing I thought about before I went to sleep. I was driven to get the ideas down on paper, initially in a rough draft. But still the stories in my head wouldn't leave me and I soon found myself embellishing my notes and turning them into a book. Thus the Cavendish Mysteries was born. As a working mum, I spent my evenings when the children were tucked up in bed tapping away on my laptop. I still do, and find the 'muse' flows better at night without the constant interruptions of, 'mum, can I have', and 'mum, I'm hungry'.
As soon as I started writing the words flew onto the screen, and I found I couldn't stop. More and more stories came forth and I knew I had to remain true to my dream and turn my passion for writing stories into a job.
It has been a long and very bumpy road, but I do sincerely hope the stories I write bring people pleasure.
I do believe everything in life is a learning journey, put before us to enrich us as we travel life's pathway. I try to learn from all feedback received, and fully appreciate that one cannot please everyone all of the time. There will be people who love my books; in turn there will be people who hate them, but I hope that the majority of people love them.
If you have any comments/suggestions please feel free to use the 'Contact Me' page. I do try to reply to everyone but obviously if I am writing, it may take me a day or two, so please be patient.
Alternatively you can Tweet me I do follow back), or you can check my blog or you can follow me on Facebook:
Website: rebeccaking-author.co.uk
Blog: rebeccaking-author.blogspot.co.uk
Twitter: rebeccaking123
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RebeccaKingHistorica...
Whatever you decide to read, I hope you enjoy it and take a few moments to leave a review for other readers.
Thank you.
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
October 20, 2022
Intriguing Oct 2022
Never a dull moment throughout the story. Lots of twists and turns, complicated although I always suspected some of the villains but without the actual reason given. This has characteristics of Jane Austen, Georgette Heyer and Agatha Christie all rolled into one story
Never a dull moment throughout the story. Lots of twists and turns, complicated although I always suspected some of the villains but without the actual reason given. This has characteristics of Jane Austen, Georgette Heyer and Agatha Christie all rolled into one story
September 13, 2024
I am re reading this series of The Star Elite. I loved it the first time and it’s great to visit it again. Hugo and Harriet fall in love a leader working for the War Office and a witch. Tons of excitement and tension. Rebecca keeps you guessing until the end. Brilliant read
August 30, 2016
The book was nice to read with the Star Elite and Harriett. The story's world building was great with the Star Elite organization and how they work. The story's filled with actions and intrigue as they struggle to find clue on who the bad guy is and Harriett's father's involvement. The story was very fascinating but it feels like it had been dragged in the middle of the story. I did like how it all turned and play out in the end.
The other star elite characters were equally intriguing and would like to read what happens to them.
The other star elite characters were equally intriguing and would like to read what happens to them.
September 13, 2015
Engrossing
This book was very nice to read. It has romance and intrigue balanced well with a believable plot. I look forward to reading the other star elite books as well as the Cavendish mysteries.
This book was very nice to read. It has romance and intrigue balanced well with a believable plot. I look forward to reading the other star elite books as well as the Cavendish mysteries.
July 3, 2014
an English agent on the trail of infiltrating French spies needs the help of a local herb healer....danger ensues.
March 13, 2016
This is the first
book I have read by this author and would recommend highly. Romance and adventure. Have downloaded the next in the series
book I have read by this author and would recommend highly. Romance and adventure. Have downloaded the next in the series
May 3, 2017
I really enjoyed the first book in the Star Elite series. It is a good combination of romance, mystery and intrigue! An interesting story line.
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