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Council Of Fire – Snippet 39

Council Of Fire – Snippet 39 Chapter 28 We might as well take our ships apart Off Virginia Neptune was nine days out from New York when the topman sighted the other ship, off in the mist, making difficult headway … Continue reading →

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 15

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 15 Chapter 10 “Keep hold of that thought,” Roberto said. He looked to Cesare. “You look like you have unhappy news.” “With what you now consider, perhaps less unhappy and more confirming.” … Continue reading →

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 06

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 06 Chapter 5 On the Road November 1635 A month later, Bismarck and Ruvigny reluctantly set out from Paris. Not that they were sorry to be leaving. Reluctantly because they were returning to Rohan … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 38

Council Of Fire – Snippet 38 Chapter 27 On terms favorable to the Crown of Great Britain Colony of New York Major Rogers and a half-dozen of his picked men led the way, following trails they knew better than anyone–or, … Continue reading →

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 05

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 05 “And, of course, she had to bear him children after she grew up. I am certainly legitimate,” the little duchess said proudly. “That is why Papa is so concerned about my marriage and … Continue reading →

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 14

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 14 “Margherita Signorini was indeed lodged with the sisters of the convent for a period of time. She was receiving tutoring in several subjects, as well as singing as one of their … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 37

Council Of Fire – Snippet 37 Part IV: Orientation June, 1759 Ye monsters of the bubbling deep, Your Maker’s praises spout; Up from the sands ye codlings peep, And wag your tails about. –Cotton Mather, Hymn Chapter 26 The broom … Continue reading →

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 04

The Trouble With Huguenots – Snippet 04 “A bit out of plumb, like the king. But Louis only tilts this far.” She placed her elbow on the chair arm and moved it about ten degrees to the left. “…and he, … Continue reading →

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 13

1636 The Flight Of The Nightingale – Snippet 13 Chapter 9 “Your Grace,” was said in a quiet voice. Ferdinando looked up from where he was comparing two of the lenses to each other, to find Roberto Del Migliore standing … Continue reading →

Council Of Fire – Snippet 36

Council Of Fire – Snippet 36 Chapter 25 The trees themselves were not consulted New France The Marquis de Montcalm had ordered more extensive patrols of the area, particularly between Québec and Montréal. All of the staff officers were assigned … Continue reading →