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The Perfect Royal Mistress

By: Diane Haeger
Narrated by: Corrie James
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Born into poverty and raised in a brothel, Nell Gwynne sells oranges in the pit at London's King's Theater, newly reopened after the plague and the Great Fire devastated the city. Soon, her quick sense of humor and natural charm get her noticed by those who have the means to make her life easier. But the street-smart Nell knows a woman doesn't get ahead by selling her body. Through talent, charm, intelligence, and sheer determination—as well as a keen understanding of how the world operates—Nell works her way out of the pit and onto the stage to become the leading comedic actress of the day. Her skills and beauty quickly win the attention of all of London—eventually even catching the eye of King Charles II. Their attraction is as real as it is unlikely, and the scrappy orange girl with the pretty face and the quick wit soon finds herself plunged into the confusing and dangerous world of the court, where she learns there are few she can trust—and many whom she cannot turn her back on.

From the gritty streets of seventeenth-century London, to the backstage glamour of its theaters, to the glittering court of Charles II, The Perfect Royal Mistress is a love story for the ages, the rags-to-riches tale of a truly remarkable heroine.

Contains mature themes.

©2007 Diane Haeger (P)2022 Tantor
Biographical Fiction Fiction Genre Fiction Royalty Biography England Witty Celebrity
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I like the fact that again helped me to realize how each istorie helps to reshape opinions.
I long truly thought of Charles II as a benevolent king however this book clearly opened my eyes to his truly womanizing though his emotional loyalty to Catarina de Braganca lived a heroic protection of a king to his barren queen.

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I enjoyed this book and Diane Haeger did a top notch job. Excellent historical detail, absolutely perfect narration, and an engrossing story with engaging characters. Recommended.

Highly Enjoyable!

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She was a loveable character in fiction as well as non-fiction. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I loved her thinking...

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I love period historical stories. In the past, I’d read snippets on the mistresses of King Charles II. It was a different time back then and for Gwynn to stay in the game as long as she did is commendable.

Well done

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This is my second time through this novel. The first time was in print and the second time here. The narrator did a wonderful job conveying emotion. Definitely recommend.

Great story

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Nell was a great character, she loved someone unconditionally. Not an easy life but she handle herself with a smile. Lovely story and a must read for those of us that love period pieces.

Nell and Nell..

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Story was boring, characters were boring, plot slow and tedious. Reader is left hanging at the end...no resolution and no real desire to find out.

Terrible Ending

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