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Set in the late 16th century, The Game follows Katherine FitzGerald—a temperamental, aristocratic young woman—who departs a French convent for her homeland of Ireland. There, she falls into the grasp of the infamous pirate captain Liam O’Neill, who has earned favor with Queen Elizabeth I. A hardened court player, Liam schemes to win Katherine while pursuing hidden ambitions. Their turbulent journey threatens all they hold dear, demanding betrayals, heart‑breaking deception, and the breaking of even the stricterest rules.
The novel is the third entry in Brenda Joyce’s expansive deWarenne Dynasty, a series that spans multiple centuries and explores themes of love, politics, and power. Together, Katherine’s destiny and Liam’s schemes intertwine against the backdrop of historic piracy and royal intrigue.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Brenda Joyce
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