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Books By Ellie Thomas
Word Count: 52986
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Summary: The three 17th century novellas in the Lucky John series by Ellie Thomas are compiled together in this box set. In these stories, Owen, a cynical former Royalist soldier, and currently a messenger for the Crown, meets sweet natured John, a luckless tavern boy. Their love affair leads to further adventures, together with meeting and befriending Cuthbert, a cheeky page at the Palace of Whitehall, until, in turn, he finds love with sober gentleman, Lemuel. Contains the stories: Lucky John: In the spring of 1660, Royalist envoy Owen Montgomery has few expectations beyond staying alive and getting paid for fulfilling his mission. But by chance, he meets a lad at a roadside inn, jeeringly nicknamed Lucky John, and Owen's life alters out of recognition. Will Owen’s luck change for good? And can John convince Owen that he’s worthy of love? Lucky in Love: In 1661, Owen Montgomery is summoned to London by his courtier brother, Lewis. Owen attempts to travel alone, reluctant to expose his faithful companion and servant John to the debauchery of the royal court. The pair navigates the mores and inhabitants of Whitehall Palace while Owen protectively watches over John. But in keeping him so close, is Owen stifling the man he loves? A Yuletide Excursion: When Cuthbert, a lively page at the Palace of Whitehall, accompanies his master Sir Lewis from London to Monmouthshire for Christmas in 1661, he doesn’t expect to be attracted to Lemuel, his master’s stern brother-in-law. Might their animosity disguise a mutual attraction? And could that lead to lasting love?
Word Count: 22252
Character Identities: Gay
Summary: Sequel to Dubious Dealings In Georgian London, Sheba, a Covent Garden molly has had a busy spring. He’s witnessed a murder and been chased around the streets of London by the killer. Subsequently, Sheba has become involved with lawyer Valentine Lee, both professionally and personally, as they attempt to seek the mastermind behind the murder and mayhem. Sheba’s summer isn’t looking any easier. As he and Valentine get closer to the culprit, the danger increases, with Sheba forced to flee from his room in Seven Dials back to riverside Deptford to care for his brutish dockworker father after an injury. In Sheba’s absence, will Valentine make the breakthrough to allow him to return home safely and continue their deepening relationship? Or will their joint discoveries put them both in deadly peril?
Word Count: 26060
Character Identities: Gay
Summary: Sequel to A Fair Trade Dennis Must, otherwise known as Sheba the Molly in the rough and tumble of Georgian London’s Covent Garden, has recently escaped immediate danger and gained a love interest in lawyer Valentine Lee. But the risks of his profession and threats of another kind of threat lurk as he and Valentine try to unravel the schemes of a dangerous foe. Can Sheba and Valentine avoid becoming the next target of their mysterious and ruthless enemy?
Word Count: 20586
Character Identities: Gay
Summary: In late spring of 1944, Jack Harris has returned from the Battle for Rome and is back in Cheltenham, struggling with coming to terms with his wartime injury and the pangs of first love for fellow soldier, Tim. Staying with his devoted uncles, Stanley and Walter, above the grocer’s shop on Cheltenham High Street gives Jack some thinking time. He slowly realises that change isn’t necessarily bad and that hope might be on the horizon. But there are still many challenges to cope with. Will his reservations and worries about his burgeoning relationship with Tim be proven correct? Or will these two young men overcome their own doubts and family pressure to be together?
Word Count: 19169
Character Identities: Gay
Summary: In eighteenth century London, twenty-year-old Dennis Must, otherwise known as Sheba, is successfully plying his trade in the taverns and molly houses of Covent Garden. His life is turned upside down when a regular customer is murdered, leaving Sheba as the sole witness and prime suspect. He soon becomes hard-pressed to evade the Bow Street constables let alone the killer. Reluctantly, Sheba teams up with intriguing lawyer Valentine Lee, finding him to be a helpful ally and more. Can they track down the culprit before Sheba becomes the next victim? And will Sheba’s growing feelings for Valentine prove to be his downfall or his salvation?
