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Sweeping and sensual, A Knight's Vengeance is a medieval historical romance about vengeance and forbidden desire, a bitter lord bent on justice, and the enemy's daughter he takes captive—only to find her impossible to hate. Will he sacrifice everything to avenge a wrongful death…even the love of a lifetime? England, 1192. Geoffrey de Lanceau burns for revenge. Refusing to believe his slain father died a traitor, the embittered lord vows to see justice done, no matter how dishonorable the path.

Gisela Anne Balewyne is desperate. To protect her young son from a violently abusive husband, she lives a clandestine life as a small-town tailor, saving what coin she can until she's able to flee further north. And she dares not acknowledge the handsome crusader who insists he knows her—intimately. Dominic de Terre's loyalty has never wavered, which is why he's blindsided when tracking stolen silks for his lord leads him straight to the woman who once owned his soul—and she denies she's ever known him.

A medieval historical romance featuring a bitter, illegitimate warrior bent on vengeance, the grieving maiden who becomes his hostage, and a forbidden attraction that threatens the revenge he’s sworn to his mother. Forbidden attraction. Two hearts under siege. She’s his hostage—but he’s the one about to be caught…Lady Claire Sevalliere is ready to begin again.

In this explosive final volume, the Dawnings must confront not only the foes at their gates, but also their own personal demons within. As tensions rise and sacrifices mount, each member of the group is pushed beyond their limits, revealing hidden strengths and disastrous shortcomings. Will they stand united against the overwhelming odds, or will a new day dawn only at a devastating cost?

A renowned scholar brings to life medieval England’s most celebrated knight, William Marshal—providing an unprecedented and intimate view of this age and the legendary warrior class that shaped it. Caught on the wrong side of an English civil war and condemned by his father to the gallows at...

English barrister and historical, travel and legal writer C.G. Addison wrote his history of the Knights Templar in 1842. The Knights Templar were a Catholic order active between 1119 and 1312. Growing rapidly in power and notable for charitable causes as well as their fighting skills during the crusades, they are perhaps best known for developing financial methods that were an early form of banking.

Shatter the romantic myth of medieval history and discover the brutal, gritty reality of the warlords we call knights. Far from the noble saviors of fantasy epics, these mounted elite thrived on warfare, coercion, and ruthless force. This immersive audio experience places you directly onto...

The Knights Templar has established itself as the most popular military organization of medieval times. Everyone has heard of the order, and everyone is familiar with the image of a medieval Crusader knight with a red cross on their white uniform. But who exactly were the Templars? What was their purpose? And are the rumors about their secretive nature true?

Get to know the Knights Hospitaller. Lesser known than the Knights Templar, the Hospitaller were nevertheless heroic and among the bravest of all the knights orders that fought for their faith during the Crusades. And they still stand strong to this day, helping those in need. Many of us have grown up with tales of knights in shining armor who arrived just at the nick of time to save the day and of selfless warriors who would give their own lives in the service of others. 

The life of Robert II Furfan de Ros is fascinating. The man did it all, but nobody has heard of him. He marries the king of Scotland's daughter. He goes on the Third Crusade with King Richard the Lionheart and angers the king of Austria during that Crusade, which causes King Richard to be held for ransom. He raises 25 percent of a king's ransom.  

This richly detailed and dramatic account takes listeners deep into the heart of feudal conflict—from the roar of charging cavalry to the silence before a siege. Whether you're a student of history, a fan of epic warfare, or simply curious about how medieval people fought, survived, and conquered, this book delivers a vivid and immersive journey.

The Hospitallers started out as caretakers of the Christian pilgrims in Jerusalem, but they soon emerged from their hospices and adopted a new military role that shaped the history of medieval Europe forever. This audiobook seeks to explore the curious rise of the Hospitallers from their humble origins to one of the most powerful institutions in medieval Europe.

Discover the leaders of the Knights Templar, the fiercest warriors of the Church during the Crusades, from beginning to end. The Knights Templar is one of history’s greatest mysteries. They began as a completely transparent, public apparatus of European Christendom in the Middle Ages but eventually transformed into what many would regard as a secret society. Leading the Knights throughout these changes were their Grand Masters. These men were military as well as spiritual masters who led by their own example.

The Knights Templar have an enduring reputation—but not one they would recognize. Originally established in the twelfth century to protect pilgrims, the Order is remembered today for heresy, fanaticism, and even satanism. Steve Tibble sets out to correct the record. The Templars, famous for their battles on Christendom's eastern front, were in fact dedicated peace-mongers at home. They influenced royal strategy and policy, created financial structures, and brokered international peace treaties—primarily to ensure that men, money, and material could be transferred more readily to the east.

The Knights Templar treasure is one the world's most enduring mysteries. Is it a myth or a reality? Where could it possibly be hidden?

Step into the gripping medieval history of warrior monks who forged a vast financial empire before their dramatic downfall. Whether you need a suspenseful true story for your daily commute or an epic deep-dive into the Crusades, this immersive account separates enduring myth from staggering...

Uncover the gritty medieval history of heavy cavalry, where brutal warriors forged the legendary codes of chivalry. Perfect for a thrilling morning commute or an immersive historical deep-dive, this narrative shatters the romantic myths of the Middle Ages. Experience the visceral reality of...

Uncover the epic military history of warrior monks whose legendary empire ended in a brutal, sudden downfall. Perfect for your daily commute, this dark and suspenseful true account transports you to the frontier warfare of the early Crusades. Follow a small band of devoted men who forged an...

Uncover the true medieval history of pious warrior monks who transformed into Europe's first ruthless financial empire. From guarding vulnerable pilgrims on blood-soaked roads to Jerusalem, this elite brotherhood rapidly accumulated unprecedented wealth, lands, and dangerous political influence...

A brutal royal feud erupts into an epic military history of sweeping medieval warfare and gripping political intrigue. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative drops you onto the battlefields of Europe where fragile kingdoms clash. March alongside common soldiers and power-hungry...