Restoration Series

Immerse yourself in the turbulent world of England's Restoration period, where courtly intrigue and personal drama collide. Follow the lives of characters navigating societal boundaries, from opulent courtiers to those seeking refuge from the era's upheaval. This series explores themes of honor, love, and survival amidst profound change. Experience the dramatic rise and fall of individuals whose fates are forever intertwined with political shifts and passionate entanglements.

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Restoration
Rose Tremain
416 pages
15 hours of reading
When a twist of fate delivers an ambitious young medical student to the court of King Charles II, he is suddenly thrust into a vibrant world of luxury and opulence. Blessed with a quick wit and sparkling charm, Robert Merivel rises quickly, soon finding favour with the King, and privileged with a position as 'paper groom' to the youngest of the King's mistresses. But by falling in love with her, Merivel transgresses the one rule that will cast him out from his new-found paradise. Determined to be restored to the King's grace, Merivel begins a journey of self-knowledge and soon discovers that the King's pleasure is equally matched by his wrath...
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3.8
Merivel: A Man of His Time
Rose Tremain
384 pages
14 hours of reading
Set in seventeenth-century England, the story follows Robert Merivel, a physician and courtier to Charles II, as he grapples with the complexities of middle age. As he questions his roles as a father, master, and friend to the King, Merivel embarks on a journey to the French court of Versailles. His quest for self-discovery leads to a series of misadventures, blending humor and introspection in a richly depicted historical context.
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4.0

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Restoration

Merivel: A Man of His Time