Romance Reigns: A Royal Series Collection

Every Lady Has A Story.

Inspired by the reign of Louis XIV and the classic works of Alexander Dumas, the Romance Reigns series delves into the fictionalized lives and romances of four prominent women in the King’s court in 17th century France. Although these novels feature historical figures, it is the product of the author's imagination and should not be construed as fact. The entire Romance Reigns series and the prequel is included in this collection. (The books are listed in the author’s recommended reading order.)

JACQUELINE: Coveted By A King (Romance Reigns, Book 1) Set in 17th century France during the reign of Louis XIV, the story revolves around the unhappily married heroine, Jacqueline, and her relationship with King Louis. A longtime friend of the queen mother, Jacqueline has been the focus of unexpressed and unrequited longings by the young king. When Louis makes his intentions known, can their romance flourish? Note: This novella contains explicit adult content.

THE KING’S TREASURE (Prequel/Inspiration for the Romance Reigns Series) Young Cecilia Danet was introduced to the opulent world of royalty when she joined the court of King Louis XIV. Being groomed her whole life for the role of a courtesan prepared her for everything except the intense passion she felt with the brooding and powerful Louis. Their romance deepened, but an unexpected development upended her world, leaving her caught in the middle of a royal love triangle. Note: This novel contains explicit adult content.

MARISSA: Chosen By A King (Romance Reigns, Book 2) Marissa, a theater musician, desired an escape from her impoverished existence in 17th century France. After watching Marissa perform, King Louis XIV snatched her from the stage only to cast her in his royal court. Marissa plots a betrothal to a marquis to cement her place among nobility. Her plans are interrupted by Michael, a noble and gallant musketeer. When Michael meets Marissa his service to the crown is challenged by a passion that overshadows duty. Surrounded by intrigue and clouded by doubt, can Marissa unravel the mystery of her own heart before it’s too late? Note: This novel contains explicit adult content.

IMOGEN: Cast By A King (Romance Reigns, Book 3) In seventeenth century France, Imogen, a theater performer from a hard-working family, desires an escape from her impoverished existence. Befriending thieves in the Court of Miracles results in using her acting talent to swindle and con, and Imogen becomes a pawn entangled in a plot to dethrone King Louis XIV. She forms an attachment with another pawn, a mysterious man, integral to the plan’s success. When a multitude of conspiracies and actions land her in the court theater, can she survive rising to the life of greatness and wealth she has desired forever and still follow her heart?