Jane Lane longs for the romance and adventure she
experiences in the world of books behind the walls of
Bentley Hall. Jane Lane's desire for adventure will come to
fruition when she becomes the main player in restoring King
Charles II to the throne of England. Jane is thrilled to
hear that the young king is challenging Oliver Cromwell and
seeking revenge for the murder of his father. But there are
those who still support the dissolution of the monarchy.
Pamphlets offering a handsome reward for the capture of
Charles Stuart are being distributed throughout England.
When Jane's brother decides to join the Royalist's cause,
Jane is overcome with excitement. But after the king is
almost killed at the Battle of Worcester, Charles' plight
looks grim. Jane's desire for adventure turns into a
nightmare after her brother is counted among the missing.
But Jane's fear for her brother must be put on the
back-burner when she is asked to help the king travel across
England. Jane, who is traveling to visit a friend, is the
perfect cover for Charles Stuart who has become the most
wanted man in England. In September 1651, Jane sets out for
a royal adventure of a lifetime.
Jane's first encounter with the disguised king proves
everything she ever imagined. As they travel across the
English countryside and avoid Cromwell's soldiers, Jane and
Charles begin to find comfort in each other. Their time
together is a time of adventure, danger, but especially
unexpected love. Jane risks all to get Charles out of
England to the safety of France. But when Jane's part in
Charles' escape is discovered, a warrant for her arrest is
issued. Jane risks her life to be reunited with her
beloved Charles in France. But once Charles is surrounded
by his royal family, Jane is reminded that Charles Stuart
is a king, and a man far beyond her reach. When Charles
asks Jane to leave France and join his sister, Mary of
Orange, she fears that she has lost him forever.
Jane must accept her separation from Charles while clinging
to the hope of seeing him again someday. Even as they
exchange letters, Jane fears she will never be Charles'
September Queen again. One of the most notorious womanizers
in British history, Charles II, lives up to his name in THE
SEPTEMBER QUEEN. Jane's love for Charles endures time and
distance, but when rumors of Charles' many mistresses reach
Jane, she feels she risked all for a man who never loved
her.
I've never been a big fan of King Charles II due to his
reputation with women, but Gillian Bagwell did an
exceptional job at writing Jane and Charles' on the run
romance. Charles not only seduces Jane, but the readers as
well. Unfortunately, for Jane, Charles lives up to his
reputation. Readers will still enjoy how Ms. Bagwell
manages to salvage a romantic side of Charles at the end of
the novel. Jane Lane is an actual historical figure that
helped King Charles II flee England. Sprinkled with
Shakespearean references that add a magical touch to Jane
and Charles' romance, THE SEPTEMBER QUEEN is a love story
that will stay with you long after you finish the novel.
Charles II is running for his life-and into the arms of a
woman who will risk all for king and country. Jane Lane is
of marrying age, but she longs for adventure. She has pushed
every potential suitor away-even those who could provide
everything for her. Then one day, adventure makes its way to
her doorstep, and with it comes mortal danger... Royalists
fighting to restore the crown to King Charles II implore
Jane to help. Jane must transport him to safety, disguised
as a manservant. As she places herself in harm's way, she
finds herself falling in love with the gallant young
Charles. And despite his reputation as a breaker of hearts,
Jane finds herself surrendering to a passion that will
change her life forever.
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