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The Queen's Man
Present Day, England. Textiles expert Sharon Reynolds is examining a treasure trove of Elizabethan clothing when she discovers a bit of parchment containing an astounding piece of information. But before Sharon has a chance to share the find with her colleagues, she stumbles through a hidden door to another time…
Sixteenth Century, England. Richard Granville, master of Queen Elizabeth’s stables, is acknowledged only as the queen’s half-brother—Henry VIII’s illegitimate son. A dramatic first meeting sparks an attraction between Sharon and Richard, who recognizes a kindred spirit in this strange woman who seems to have appeared out of thin air. But only after they fall in love does Sharon realize that Richard is the heir described on the parchment—and that he, not Elizabeth—is England’s rightful ruler. Now Sharon must make a choice, aware that her actions will determine the fate of a man and his country…
Sixteenth Century, England. Richard Granville, master of Queen Elizabeth’s stables, is acknowledged only as the queen’s half-brother—Henry VIII’s illegitimate son. A dramatic first meeting sparks an attraction between Sharon and Richard, who recognizes a kindred spirit in this strange woman who seems to have appeared out of thin air. But only after they fall in love does Sharon realize that Richard is the heir described on the parchment—and that he, not Elizabeth—is England’s rightful ruler. Now Sharon must make a choice, aware that her actions will determine the fate of a man and his country…
306 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published September 1, 2000
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Terri Brisbin
215 books552 followersTerri Brisbin is the USA TODAY Bestselling author of more than 50 historical, paranormal and fantasy romances and her books have been released in more than 20 languages and 25 countries around the world since 1998. She's been published by Berkley/Jove, Harlequin, Kensington Books, NAL/Signet, Dragonblade Publishing and Oliver Heber Books. Terri has also self-published her works and will have new books out through 2026!
When not living the glamorous life of a romance author in the southern NJ suburbs, Terri spends her time being a married mom, a grammy and a dental hygienist while plotting and planning future stories and trips to Scotland . For more info (more than you could possibly want or need to know) visit her website – www.terribrisbin.com .
When not living the glamorous life of a romance author in the southern NJ suburbs, Terri spends her time being a married mom, a grammy and a dental hygienist while plotting and planning future stories and trips to Scotland . For more info (more than you could possibly want or need to know) visit her website – www.terribrisbin.com .
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September 4, 2023
If you are a fan of time travel romance like I am, you accept the certainty that you will have to suspend disbelief that the concept of traveling through time is real as well as the care the traveler must take to ensure their presence in the past doesn’t alter the future to the point of wiping out their own existence. Pretty big responsibility that I doubt I would be able to manage, but the idea in itself is thrilling…once you get over the complete shock and terror you feel at discovering your surroundings.
Sharon Reynolds is a typical twenty-first century woman, lives in Chicago and picking up the pieces of her life after a professional catastrophe calls not just her reputation but her entire career into question. She accompanies her friend, Mo, to England to an archaeological site where she can be of assistance with different fabrics and textiles. Upon entering a previously undiscovered room, she finds a trunk filled with fabrics and dresses from the Elizabethan period and upon closer inspection of one dress, a stack of parchment disclosing that the previously thought dead son of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn lived, making him the rightful heir to the throne of England and not Elizabeth I. After her initial shock and amazement dissipates, Sharon leaves the room, only to discover that everyone around her is dressed in Elizabethan era costume and she is assumed to be a lady of the court assigned to the Queen’s wardrobe. Like Sharon, I also would think that I had somehow wandered into a Renaissance Fair cosplay and marvel at how authentic and real everyone’s performances are. Luckily for Sharon, she realizes quickly that the impossible has happened and she has to figure out why she came over four hundred years into the past and how she will get back home.
Richard Granville is the master of the Queen’s stables and has quite a reputation for being a seducer of women. Growing up knowing he is the illegitimate son of Henry VIII, he has had to prove himself worthy, though he has always dreamed that he would sit on the throne and rule England. He is drawn into a plot to take the throne and he is the rightful heir in the eyes of the Church in Rome. He loves his half-sister, Elizabeth, and would not want to see her come to harm. When he meets Sharon, he begins to dream of a future away from court where he can live out his life breeding prized stallions on his own stable farm.
Can you just imagine the type of deceptions and intrigues that occur at the royal court? One whisper of a rumor about a plot to overthrow the current monarch could find you imprisoned in the Tower of London waiting to have your head removed. One whisper of a rumor that you are from the future could have you labeled as a witch and burned at the stake. Honestly, how anyone made it to a ripe old age in this time period is beyond amazing.
I thought this story was well researched and described with the perfect amount of detail, which gave me a better view of Sharon’s new surroundings. I also enjoyed the small details regarding the furnishings, clothing and the meals. It certainly made me appreciate the luxuries of indoor plumbing, central heat and air, motorized vehicles and electricity.
I liked Sharon and Richard quite a lot individually and as a couple. I felt enormous empathy for the situation they find themselves in and grave concern for their safety. I was on pins and needles at what would happen as well as when Richard learns the truth about his birthright and that the woman he has come to love is from the future. I felt that actual historical characters like Queen Elizabeth I and William Cecil were depicted as I expected, but with a few unexpected surprises that were wonderful.
My Final Verdict: I highly recommend this story to fans of time travel romance as well as readers who enjoy historical settings and time periods and aren’t bothered if there are a few liberties taken. My biggest regret about this book is that it took me so long to finally read it, but I’m not interested in going back in time to remedy that.
Sharon Reynolds is a typical twenty-first century woman, lives in Chicago and picking up the pieces of her life after a professional catastrophe calls not just her reputation but her entire career into question. She accompanies her friend, Mo, to England to an archaeological site where she can be of assistance with different fabrics and textiles. Upon entering a previously undiscovered room, she finds a trunk filled with fabrics and dresses from the Elizabethan period and upon closer inspection of one dress, a stack of parchment disclosing that the previously thought dead son of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn lived, making him the rightful heir to the throne of England and not Elizabeth I. After her initial shock and amazement dissipates, Sharon leaves the room, only to discover that everyone around her is dressed in Elizabethan era costume and she is assumed to be a lady of the court assigned to the Queen’s wardrobe. Like Sharon, I also would think that I had somehow wandered into a Renaissance Fair cosplay and marvel at how authentic and real everyone’s performances are. Luckily for Sharon, she realizes quickly that the impossible has happened and she has to figure out why she came over four hundred years into the past and how she will get back home.
Richard Granville is the master of the Queen’s stables and has quite a reputation for being a seducer of women. Growing up knowing he is the illegitimate son of Henry VIII, he has had to prove himself worthy, though he has always dreamed that he would sit on the throne and rule England. He is drawn into a plot to take the throne and he is the rightful heir in the eyes of the Church in Rome. He loves his half-sister, Elizabeth, and would not want to see her come to harm. When he meets Sharon, he begins to dream of a future away from court where he can live out his life breeding prized stallions on his own stable farm.
Can you just imagine the type of deceptions and intrigues that occur at the royal court? One whisper of a rumor about a plot to overthrow the current monarch could find you imprisoned in the Tower of London waiting to have your head removed. One whisper of a rumor that you are from the future could have you labeled as a witch and burned at the stake. Honestly, how anyone made it to a ripe old age in this time period is beyond amazing.
I thought this story was well researched and described with the perfect amount of detail, which gave me a better view of Sharon’s new surroundings. I also enjoyed the small details regarding the furnishings, clothing and the meals. It certainly made me appreciate the luxuries of indoor plumbing, central heat and air, motorized vehicles and electricity.
I liked Sharon and Richard quite a lot individually and as a couple. I felt enormous empathy for the situation they find themselves in and grave concern for their safety. I was on pins and needles at what would happen as well as when Richard learns the truth about his birthright and that the woman he has come to love is from the future. I felt that actual historical characters like Queen Elizabeth I and William Cecil were depicted as I expected, but with a few unexpected surprises that were wonderful.
My Final Verdict: I highly recommend this story to fans of time travel romance as well as readers who enjoy historical settings and time periods and aren’t bothered if there are a few liberties taken. My biggest regret about this book is that it took me so long to finally read it, but I’m not interested in going back in time to remedy that.
January 6, 2008
My friend Terri wrote this book and she made me the heroine's maid, Patricia Prescott. I still want to be kidnapped by a highlander but having a love affair with John Calder is good too.
Thanks Terri for much fun!!!
Thanks Terri for much fun!!!
September 25, 2021
3.5 stars
August 23, 2010
If you are not a die-hard stickler for history this book is entertaining. Ms. Brisbin starts with a prologue that draws the reader into the middle ages and a mystery regarding King Henry's children. One minute Sharon Reynolds is living in the present and the next she is thrown into a time where women are treated as inferior and biddable to men.
After realizing what has happened Sharon spends her time plotting to return to the future. Along the way both she, and the reader, learn what is taken for granted in our time. Not everything goes as planned and the romance is rocky at some moments but I still enjoyed the book. Not a kids' story, there are some detailed sexual encounters that are aimed at adults.
Don't take it seriously, curl up in a comfortable chair and have a nice afternoon read. If you enjoy a time-travel romance while having open eyes regarding the historical aspect you should like this book.
After realizing what has happened Sharon spends her time plotting to return to the future. Along the way both she, and the reader, learn what is taken for granted in our time. Not everything goes as planned and the romance is rocky at some moments but I still enjoyed the book. Not a kids' story, there are some detailed sexual encounters that are aimed at adults.
Don't take it seriously, curl up in a comfortable chair and have a nice afternoon read. If you enjoy a time-travel romance while having open eyes regarding the historical aspect you should like this book.
February 12, 2014
I came across this book by chance. It had been talked about by one of my favorite authors and I decided to give this a shot. I am a huge fan of time-travel romance and this one did not disappoint. The story was very well written and I just loved the characters. I am a huge fan of the Tudor's and this will definitely satisfy lovers of that time in history.
February 10, 2014
Bit thrilled.
About Sharon who accidentally crossed to the past time, on Elizabethan time.
I enjoyed on reading this book. Not much character within, make easy to follow
About Sharon who accidentally crossed to the past time, on Elizabethan time.
I enjoyed on reading this book. Not much character within, make easy to follow
March 3, 2014
Loved this book!!! Kept me interested the whole time.
October 28, 2014
An unusual story
I enjoyed this book. It is a light hearted read, amusing, tender, and full of clever plot twists. Recommended for historical fiction fans looking for a quick read.
I enjoyed this book. It is a light hearted read, amusing, tender, and full of clever plot twists. Recommended for historical fiction fans looking for a quick read.
February 21, 2023
Time travel, the Tudors and love...perfect!
August 9, 2009
I found this to be very hard to get into with rather boring characters. I usually enjoy time travel romances but this one was terrible.
February 17, 2014
I found myself skipping chapters without it taking away from the story...
October 16, 2012
Good read. I enjoyed the romance novel taking me to another place and time.
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