Books like October Wind:(Discovery #1) by Susan Childress
Set against the backdrop of early 15th‑century exploration, the novel tells the intertwined stories of a bold navigator who dreams of reaching the Indies and a queen who offers his new world. Their love is tested by the looming threat of the Spanish Inquisition and the intrigues of rival courtiers. Together, they plan a voyage many deemed impossible, and after years of perseverance, persistence, and heartbreak, Columbus and his crew launch their expedition in three modest ships, propelled by an October wind. The narrative blends romance with the historical context of the Spanish Inquisition and the age of discovery.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Susan Childress
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