Don Sebastian; Or, The House Of The Braganza: An Historical Romance, Volume 4

Don Sebastian; or, The House of the Braganza: An Historical Romance, Volume 4

by Anna Maria Porter

Don Sebastian, the rightful heir to the Portuguese throne, lives in exile with his family. When the Queen of England offers to support his claim to the throne, he must weigh the costs and benefits. The Queen's support comes with strings attached: she wants Sebastian's only daughter as insurance of his loyalty. Sebastian must decide whether to risk his daughter's safety for the chance to reclaim his birthright.

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Anna Maria Porter

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Anna Maria Porter (1780 – 1832) was a British poet and novelist. She was one of the most popular writers of historical romances in the 18th and early 19th centuries. Her books were often praised for t...

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