The Black Hawk
Authors: Joanna Bourne
Table of Contents
Berkley Sensation Titles by Joanna Bourne
Praise for
THE FORBIDDEN ROSE
“With exceptional characters, brilliant plotting, a poignant love story, and clear, realistic descriptions, this engrossing, provocative romantic adventure could easily make revolutionary France a more popular setting . . . Intriguing, refreshing, and rewarding.”
—
Library Journal
“Bourne is a magnificent writer. If she were a chef, you’d eat slowly to enjoy each bite. With her books, you savor every word.”
“Sometimes . . . [I] forget what a truly great book looks like—and then I read one like
The Forbidden Rose
. . . It’s fantastic.”
—
All About Romance
Praise for
THE SPYMASTER’S LADY
An American Library Association
RUSA Reading List Award Winner for Romance
One of the Top 100 Romance Books of All Time
as Voted in 2010,
All About Romance
2009 RITA Finalist for Best Historical Romance
“What a terrific story! One of the most unusual, resourceful, and humorous heroines I’ve ever met, a spy to swoon for, and a great twisty plot with a sense of genuine danger.”
—Diana Gabaldon,
New York Times
bestselling author of
An Echo in the Bone
“Love, love LOVED it!”
—Julia Quinn, #1
New York Times
bestselling author of
Just Like Heaven
“Wow, what a captivating, unique heroine! Joanna Bourne’s voice is distinct, fresh, and engaging.”
—Madeline Hunter,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Dangerous in Diamonds
“A breathtaking adventure that kept me turning pages with breathless anticipation. Joanna Bourne is a master of romance and suspense! I can’t wait to read her next book!”
—Teresa Medeiros,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Goodnight Tweetheart
“This is a flat-out spectacular book . . . I cannot say enough good about
The Spymaster’s Lady
. It is smart, masterful writing and I cannot wait to see what Bourne does next.”
—
All About Romance
“As a long-time reader of romance I can say that it is a rare novel that leaves me speechless. Yet, this rather new author has done just that . . . What makes this book truly stunning is the beauty of the writing. Everything about the book is a revelation . . . This is no ordinary romance novel. Give yourself time to savor this read. It took me nearly two sleepless nights to finish it—and then I wanted to start reading it all over again.”
—
Rakehell
“A masterful work . . . The storytelling is amazing but the writing is simply superb . . . I was awed by the writing, captivated by the heroine, thrilled by the plot, intrigued by all the secondary characters, and I cannot praise this book high enough. It is hard to believe this is her first book and I have only one question: What’s next?”
—
The Book Smugglers
“Spectacular . . . What a struggle I had with writing this review. I know some ask what are the hardest reviews to write and I am convinced, after drafting and redrafting this one, it is the review of the book that you love. Because as a reader, I am trying to convey the beauty that is someone else’s writing so that others will see the same beauty. The best thing I can say to readers is to go to the bookstore and read the first chapter.”
—
Dear Author
“Clever banter . . . A refreshing and unexpected plot . . . A heaping measure of sexual chemistry . . . An irresistible read.”
—American Library Association
(2009 RUSA Reading List Award Winner for Romance)
Praise for
MY LORD AND SPYMASTER
Winner of the RITA Award for Best Regency Historical
“Bourne’s latest espionage-based series historical entices with subtle subterfuge and heated romance. Glimpses of the leads’ sordid pasts add depth, and Bourne’s consummate way with a story line and an explosive denouement do the rest.”
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Publishers Weekly
“A very, very good historical romance featuring complex and flawed characters far out of the typical wallpaper mode . . . Bourne is an undeniably powerful new voice in historical romance.”
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All About Romance
“Ms. Bourne proves to be an excellent storyteller. [Jess is] one of the most complex and interesting heroines I’ve seen in a long time.”
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Fresh Fiction
“A fantastically clever tale with twists and turns aplenty. The setting and characters will have you quickly entrenched in the time period, and the witty dialogue and steaming sexual tension will keep you happily wrapped in Ms. Bourne’s world.”
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Romance Junkies
“This tale drenches itself in sexual tension so taut that there are times you can hardly catch your breath . . . Steeped in rich historical atmosphere and superbly written,
My Lord and Spymaster
is a definite all-nighter and must-read for anyone who relishes a really good book. You won’t be disappointed.”
—
Romance Reader at Heart
“Another notch in Joanna Bourne’s belt for a job well done. No, not just well—but excellently well.”
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Romance Reviews Today
Berkley Sensation Titles by Joanna Bourne
THE SPYMASTER’S LADY
MY LORD AND SPYMASTER
THE FORBIDDEN ROSE
THE BLACK HAWK
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THE BLACK HAWK
A Berkley Sensation Book / published by arrangement with the author
PRINTING HISTORY
Berkley Sensation mass-market edition / November 2011
Copyright © 2011 by Joanna Watkins Bourne.
Excerpt from
The Spymaster’s Lady
by Joanna Bourne copyright © by Joanna Watkins Bourne.
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