Fiona McIntosh

On the eve of the First World War, Fleurette, the only daughter of the wealthy Delacroix perfume dynasty, is being force… On the eve of the First World War, Fleurette, the only daughter of the wealthy Delacroix perfume dynasty, is being forced to marry a man she loathes, Aimery De Lasset, head of the preeminent perfume manufacturer in France. It is only the cathedral bells tolling the rally to the front lines on her wedding night that save her from sharing his bed. When she receives a letter from Aimery's estranged brother warning against their union, Fleurette is left with the burden of a terrible secret. It is one that has the power to shatter the two families and their perfume empires once and for all. read more

The heart-stopping new blockbuster by the bestselling author of The Diamond Hunter. In the summer of 1914, vigneron Jero… The heart-stopping new blockbuster by the bestselling author of The Diamond Hunter. In the summer of 1914, vigneron Jerome Mea heads off to war, certain he'll be home by Christmas. His new bride Sophie, a fifth generation and rebellious champenoise, is determined to ensure the forthcoming vintages will be testament to their love and the power of the people of pernay, especially its strong women. But as the years drag on, authorities advise that Jerome is missing, considered dead. When poison gas is first used in Belgium by the Germans, British chemist Charles Nash jumps to enlist. After he is injured, he is brought to Reims, where Sophie has helped to set up an underground hospital to care for the wounded. In the dark, ancient champagne cellars, their stirring emotions take them both by surprise. While Sophie battles to keep her vineyard going through the bombings, a critical sugar shortage forces her to strike a dangerous bargain with an untrustworthy acquaintance - but nothing will test her courage more than the news that filters through to her about the fate of her heroic Jerome. read more

Provence, 1942 Luc Bonet, brought up by a wealthy Jewish family in the foothills of the French Alps, finds his life shat… Provence, 1942 Luc Bonet, brought up by a wealthy Jewish family in the foothills of the French Alps, finds his life shattered by the brutality of Nazi soldiers. Leaving his abandoned lavender fields behind, Luc joins the French Resistance in a quest for revenge. Paris, 1943 Lisette Forestier is on a mission: to work her way into the heart of a senior German officer, and to infiltrate the very masterminds of the Gestapo. But can she balance the line between love and lies? The one thing Luc and Lisette hadn't counted on was meeting each other. Who, if anyone, can be trusted - and will their own emotions become the greatest betrayers of all? Readers love The Lavender Keeper: 'A perfect read for me. The setting of Southern France is romantic and beautifully described and the book's two plots intertwine seamlessly ... a different and unexpected love story of a small but important part of the war effort in England and France' 'The story weaves its way through many twists and turns that made it difficult for me to put the book down' p>'Beautifully written and so meticulously researched, this gripping story of wartime France holds the reader's attention to the very end. I'm so glad that there is a sequel!' 'So often I felt as though I was smelling the lavender, walking the route of the characters in Provence and the streets of Paris' read more

Deep in the folklore of Tallinor lies a dark legend: the story of a powerful sentient who almost destroyed the entire la… Deep in the folklore of Tallinor lies a dark legend: the story of a powerful sentient who almost destroyed the entire land. Now, centuries later, any sentient who is discovered is executed. But in a village far from the royal city, a young scribe, Torkyn Gynt, blazes with undetected power and healing abilities. To fulfil his destiny, Tor must leave his home – and his love, Alyssa – to become apprentice to the royal physic. Guided by a falcon and a mysterious woman who appears to him in his dreams, Tor embarks on a journey that will test his courage and his heart. A journey that can only end in triumph or betrayal. read more

The gripping second novel in the beloved Quickening trilogy, following the bestselling Myrren's Gift, from one of Austra… The gripping second novel in the beloved Quickening trilogy, following the bestselling Myrren's Gift, from one of Australia's favourite storytellers. A tyrant's threat ... and a single hope Wyl Thirsk has seen his best friend murdered and his sister imprisoned by King Celimus of Morgravia. Now the king has turned his attention to the neighbouring realm of Briavel - and the woman Wyl loves. Wyl is desperate to return to Valentyna and prevent her marriage to Celimus, but fate has other plans. Trapped by a magical enchantment, Wyl must first track down the elusive Manwitch - the only person who can help him break the Quickening. Praise for Fiona McIntosh: 'Fiona McIntosh is a seductress. I have not moved from the sofa for three days, beguiled by Myrren's Gift' Sydney Morning Herald 'Fans will welcome Australian author McIntosh's gripping first installment in her Quickening trilogy, a tale of the eternal struggle between good and evil filled with magic, blood and jealousy ... delightful and fast-moving story' Publishers Weekly 'Excellent' Bookseller & Publisher 'The fast pace, deft touches of humour and the characterisation are as strong as ever' Robin Hobb read more

In the bookshops and cafes of present-day Paris, ex-psychologist Gabe Figaret is trying to put his shattered life back t… In the bookshops and cafes of present-day Paris, ex-psychologist Gabe Figaret is trying to put his shattered life back together. When another doctor, Reynard, asks him to help with a delusional female patient, Gabe is reluctant - until he meets her. At first Gabe thinks the woman, Angelina, is merely terrified of Reynard, but he quickly discovers she is not quite what she seems. When Angelina tells Gabe he must kill her and flee to a place she calls Morgravia, he is horrified. But then Angelina shows him that the cathedral he has dreamt about since childhood is real and exists in Morgravia. Soon, Gabe's world will be turned upside down, and he will learn shocking truths about who he is . . . and who he can - or cannot - trust. The Scrivener's Tale is an action-packed fantasy adventure filled with twists that will keep you guessing until the last page. read more

MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Amidst the carnage of Gallipoli, British nurse Claire Nightingale falls in love with Aus… MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Amidst the carnage of Gallipoli, British nurse Claire Nightingale falls in love with Australian Light Horseman Jamie Wren. Their flame burns bright, even when war tears them apart. Come peacetime, Claire's desperate search to find Jamie takes her all the way to Istanbul, and deep into the heart of a Turkish family. Cultures come together, enemies embrace and forbidden passions helplessly ignite. A breathtaking novel of heartbreak and heroism, love and longing by a powerhouse Australian storyteller. 'Dreamily romantic and historically fascinating, this is McIntosh at her best.' Brisbane News 'A book for readers who enjoy a fairytale romance.' Australian Bookseller & Publisher ______________________________ Complete your Fiona McIntosh collection today! The Sugar Palace (preorder now!) Fields of Gold Nightingale The Champagne War The Chocolate Tin The Diamond Hunter The French Promise The Last Dance The Lavender Keeper The Orphans The Pearl Thief The Perfumer's Secret The Spy’s Wife The Tailor's Girl The Tea Gardens Bye Bye Baby: DCI Jack Hawksworth 1 Beautiful Death: DCI Jack Hawksworth 2 Mirror Man: DCI Jack Hawksworth 3 Dead Tide: DCI Jack Hawksworth 4 read more

The key to her future is trapped in the past. In 1978, Jane Maxwell is celebrating her engagement to Will, a handsome Am… The key to her future is trapped in the past. In 1978, Jane Maxwell is celebrating her engagement to Will, a handsome American geophysicist, but though she should be deliriously happy, she is plagued by doubts. When tragedy leaves Will hanging between life and death, Jane's guilt makes her determined to save him ... somehow. In 1715, the Earl of Nithsdale joins the doomed Jacobite rebellion for Scottish independence. But the cause is lost and the Earl is sentenced to be beheaded. On a desperate and dangerous quest to find some answers, Jane finds herself swept away and trapped in the past. Convinced that saving Nithsdale will also save Will, Jane embarks on a daring and audacious plot to rescue the Earl from the Tower of London. Past and present become entwined in a gripping race against time - and both will be changed by one woman's determination ... Bestselling author Fiona McIntosh brings her inimitable storytelling skills to this thrilling time-slip adventure packed with action, romance and one of history's most daring escapes read more

MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR 'An ideal poolside summer holiday read' SYDNEY MORNING HERALD 'Fiona McIntosh is an extr… MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR 'An ideal poolside summer holiday read' SYDNEY MORNING HERALD 'Fiona McIntosh is an extraordinary storyteller' BOOK'D OUT Spirited doctor Isla Fenwick is determined to work at the coalface of medicine in India before committing to life as a dutiful wife. With hopes of making a difference in the world, she sails to Calcutta to set up a midwifery clinic. There she will be forced to question her beliefs, her professionalism and her romantic loyalties. On a desperate rescue mission to save the one person who needs her the most, she travels into the foothills of the Himalayas to a tea plantation outside Darjeeling. At the roof of the world, where heaven and earth collide, Isla will be asked to pay the ultimate price for her passions. From England's seaside town of Brighton to India's slums of Calcutta and the breathtaking Himalayan mountains, this is a wildly exciting novel of heroism, heartache and healing. read more

A vengeful god is about to break free and destroy the land. Only the Trinity can stop him wreaking vengeance. Saved from… A vengeful god is about to break free and destroy the land. Only the Trinity can stop him wreaking vengeance. Saved from death by a powerful act of Spiriting, Torkyn Gynt lives in hiding from his enemies, threats that loom from many directions. In Tallinor, Alyssa believes her beloved Tor is dead and must find the strength to forgive the king who ordered his execution. But the Trinity itself remains a mystery. Can Tor discover its identity to fulfil his destiny? read more

Alexandra Frobisher is a modern-thinking woman with hopes of a career in England's famous chocolate-making town of York.… Alexandra Frobisher is a modern-thinking woman with hopes of a career in England's famous chocolate-making town of York. She has received several proposals of marriage, although none of them promises that elusive extra - love. Matthew Britten-Jones is a man of charm and strong social standing. He impresses Alex and her parents with his wit and intelligence, but would an amicable union be enough for a fulfilling life together? At the end of the war, Captain Harry Blakeney discovers a dead soldier in a trench in France. In the man's possession is a secret love note, tucked inside a tin of chocolate that had been sent to the soldiers as a gift from the people back home. In pursuit of the author of this mysterious message, Harry travels to Rowntree's chocolate factory in England's north, where his life becomes inextricably bound with Alexandra and Matthew's. Only together will they be able to unlock secrets of the past and offer each other the greatest gift for the future. From the battlefields of northern France to the medieval city of York, this is a heartbreaking tale about a triangle of love in all its forms and a story about the bittersweet taste of life . . . and of chocolate. read more

MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Police are baffled by several deaths, each unique and bizarre in their own way – and sho… MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR Police are baffled by several deaths, each unique and bizarre in their own way – and shockingly brutal. Scotland Yard sends in its crack DCI, the enigmatic Jack Hawksworth, who wastes no time in setting up Operation Mirror. His chief wants him to dismiss any plausibility of a serial killer before the media gets on the trail. With his best investigative team around him, Jack resorts to some unconventional methods to disprove or find a link between the gruesome deaths. One involves a notorious serial killer from his past, and the other, a smart and seductive young journalist who’ll do anything to catch her big break. Discovering he’s following the footsteps of a vigilante and in a race against time, Jack will do everything it takes to stop another killing – but at what personal cost for those he holds nearest and dearest? By the bestselling author of Bye Bye Baby and Beautiful Death comes this heart-stopping new thriller that questions whether one life is worth more than another. 'Mirror Man is a gritty, action-packed and heart-stopping thriller that will have you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end....a seriously addictive page-turner, and yet another standout read from the very talented Fiona McIntosh.' Better Reading ______________________________ Complete your Fiona McIntosh collection today! Bye Bye Baby: DCI Jack Hawksworth 1 Beautiful Death: DCI Jack Hawksworth 2 Mirror Man: DCI Jack Hawksworth 3 Dead Tide: DCI Jack Hawksworth 4 Foul Play: DCI Jack Hawksworth 5 The Sugar Palace Fields of Gold Nightingale The Champagne War The Chocolate Tin The Diamond Hunter The French Promise The Last Dance The Lavender Keeper The Orphans The Pearl Thief The Perfumer's Secret The Spy’s Wife The Tailor's Girl The Tea Gardens read more

Wyl Thirsk is very young when he inherits the role as commander of the Morgravian army for a new king he detests. His fi… Wyl Thirsk is very young when he inherits the role as commander of the Morgravian army for a new king he detests. His first act is one of compassion to the accused witch Myrren, and this earns him her reward - but is it a gift or a curse? As war threatens from the north, the king deliberately sends Wyl on a perilous mission. But as Wyl discovers the true nature of Myrren's gift, he is confronted with an unimaginable choice. As the line between traitor and saviour becomes increasingly blurred, Wyl must navigate treacherous waters where the sinister new power he wields could either save or destroy him - and his entire country. Myrren's Gift is a gripping fantasy adventure filled with twists that will keep you guessing until the last page. read more

“Two words on the cover—Fiona McIntosh—always let me know I’m in for a good read.” —Robin Hobb, author of Dragon Haven K… “Two words on the cover—Fiona McIntosh—always let me know I’m in for a good read.” —Robin Hobb, author of Dragon Haven King's Wrath concludes Fiona McIntosh’s Valisar Trilogy, a magnificent fantasy saga of heritage, vengeance, and destiny perfect for fans of Raymond E. Feist and Sara Douglass. In King's Wrath, the epic power struggle of the Valisar royal family continues with friends turning to enemies and new alliances forming in one final furious battle for control of a powerful hereditary enchantment. One of the most exciting of the new generation of fantasists—the author of the popular epic fantasy series The Percheron Saga and The Quickening—McIntosh has reached bold new heights with her Valisar Trilogy and especially King’s Wrath. read more

Without Lazar's guiding hand and presence, the Stone Palace of Percheron has become a different place. Young Zar Boaz, m… Without Lazar's guiding hand and presence, the Stone Palace of Percheron has become a different place. Young Zar Boaz, mistrusting of his mother, Herezah, but too inexperienced to stand on his own, seeks counsel from the suddenly changed and secretive Vizier, who has a sinister agenda of his own. As Herezah privately grieves for Lazar, she hatches an audacious plot to destroy the odalisque Ana, who flouts the rules of the harem but has found a measure of protection in having caught the eye of Zar Boaz. And Ana shoulders a tremendous burden of guilt as she matures from a beautiful girl into a stunning young woman . . . and fears what her future in the harem might hold. Yet Lazar, unbeknownst to nearly everyone in the palace, is slowly recovering on a secret island. As he struggles to return to health, war from a distant realm threatens Percheron, and, as the cyclical battle of the gods continues to build, the first of the Goddess's disciples falls into the grip of the demon Maliz. Success or failure—for both Percheron and Lyana—hinges on Lazar, whose illness has left him with a new gift he fears is a curse, and if he cannot take action soon, all may well be lost. read more

MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR A spate of seemingly unconnected murders in southern England prompt a high-profile taskf… MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR A spate of seemingly unconnected murders in southern England prompt a high-profile taskforce to be formed and led by DCI Jack Hawksworth, one of the Force’s new rising stars who combines modern methods with old-school instincts. The victims appear as disparate as their style of death; the only link that Hawk and his team can pull together is that the murdered are all men of an identical age. The taskforce has nothing but cold cases of decades past to comb through in the hope that they might find a clue to who is behind the savagery. A heart-stopping tale of brutal revenge with a chilling twist by a powerhouse Australian author. "McIntosh breathes so much life and detail into the storyworld." Better Reading __________________________________________ READERS LOVE DCI JACK HAWKSWORTH *****A gripping page turner to the very end ***** Wow ***** Fantastic! Grabs you & leaves you breathless!! ***** Once you're in, you won't want to put it down! ***** Another Great Read From Fiona __________________________________________ Complete your Fiona McIntosh collection today! Bye Bye Baby: DCI Jack Hawksworth 1 Beautiful Death: DCI Jack Hawksworth 2 Mirror Man: DCI Jack Hawksworth 3 Dead Tide: DCI Jack Hawksworth 4 Foul Play: DCI Jack Hawksworth 5 The Sugar Palace Fields of Gold Nightingale The Champagne War The Chocolate Tin The Diamond Hunter The French Promise The Last Dance The Lavender Keeper The Orphans The Pearl Thief The Perfumer's Secret The Spy’s Wife The Tailor's Girl The Tea Gardens read more

General Wyl Thirsk of Morgravia has died many times . . . But thanks to the miraculous gift bestowed upon him by the wit… General Wyl Thirsk of Morgravia has died many times . . . But thanks to the miraculous gift bestowed upon him by the witch Myrren, Wyl lives on - though greatly altered and unrecognisable. Only by assuming the throne will he be freed from the dark spell that has both cursed and sustained him. But Wyl's time is running out. His beloved Queen Valentyna will soon be wed to his most hated enemy, the ruthless King Celimus - and despite the impending nuptials, war threatens to engulf their nations. Trapped in a body that is not his own, Wyl must walk his most dangerous path yet - straight into the brutal clutches of his sadistic foe, in a last, desperate attempt to save his land, his love, his life - and his soul. Bridge of Souls is an action-packed fantasy adventure filled with twists that will keep you guessing until the very end of this epic series. read more

The city-state of Percheron is in crisis. Zaradine Ana has been captured by the mysterious Arafanz and his desert warrio… The city-state of Percheron is in crisis. Zaradine Ana has been captured by the mysterious Arafanz and his desert warriors and is being held in their isolated fort. It is also suspected that she is pregnant with Zar Boaz's son, the heir to the throne . . . Though Lazar has made it out of the desert, his heroics in bringing the Valide and Grand Vizier to safety have cost him. Afflicted with the drezden illness that befalls him when he is weak, he is too sick to move from his bed, when help comes from an unexpected source . . . Zar Boaz finds himself trapped by both his heart and his head. Though he can think of nothing but Ana, imprisoned in the desert, his country is on the brink of war and his Spur is helpless. Hatching a daring plan, he calls for Percheron's strongest to make one more pilgrimage into the desert, even as warships threaten Percheron's harbor, and the Goddess reaches the crest of her ascent, throwing all parties—mortal and divine—into a perilous battle for their hearts, their lives, and their souls. read more

Captured by slave traders in the inhospitable desert, Lazar fought his way to freedom, earning the coveted position of S… Captured by slave traders in the inhospitable desert, Lazar fought his way to freedom, earning the coveted position of Spur of Percheron. Charged with protecting his adopted city from enemies on both sides of its walls, he has led a charmed life as confidant to and protector of Zar Joreb for many years. But now Joreb is dead. . . . Though Joreb's well-intentioned fifteen-year-old heir, Boaz, will take the title of Zar, the balance of power lies in the hands of his beautiful and cruelly ambitious mother, a former harem slave who rose to power by the Zar's favor. Aside from Lazar, whom Boaz trusts and respects, the young Zar's only friend is Pez, the court jester, a misshapen dwarf whose tricks and diversions are accepted only because he is known to be mad. When a stunning young girl is brought to the palace to fill a space in Boaz's harem, both Boaz and Lazar are surprised by their unexpectedly strong reactions to her. But Ana, the odalisque, finds the closeted world of the harem stifling and unbearable. And unbeknownst to all, the gods themselves are beginning to rise in a cyclical battle that is just beginning, and will enmesh everyone in the palace in a struggle for the very soul of Percheron. read more

"Led by Loethar, an ambitious and ruthless tyrant, a terrifying army of mercenaries and renegades from the great souther… "Led by Loethar, an ambitious and ruthless tyrant, a terrifying army of mercenaries and renegades from the great southern steppes threatens to overwhelm the Kingdom of Penraven - the army has already overthrown its two neighbouring realms and left a trail of devastation and broken lives in their wake. Penraven is Loethar's most desired prize. It has wealth, a safe harbour, an extensive coastline, and abundant natural resources, but the tyrant wants more than this and more than just a crown. Driven by dreams of empire, fuelled by his increasing obsession with magic, Loethar's plan to overthrow King Brennus of Penraven, 9th of the Valisars, was cemented the hour he learned that Brennus possessed the power of coercion. All Valisar heirs have been blessed down the ages with the sinister ability to bend people entirely to their will. Loethar is convinced that if he consumes these empowered people he will then be imbued with their skills and magics and be unstoppable."--Provided by publisher. read more

Drestonia's capital is cursed by hauntings and disappearing children, panicking the city. Curiously it seems only Crown… Drestonia's capital is cursed by hauntings and disappearing children, panicking the city. Curiously it seems only Crown Princess Ellin, with the help of a young noble, Flynn Jolien, has the power to solve the dilemma. The problem is Flynn's been seriously injured by a rival for Ellin's attention and his only chance of survival depends on the magic of the contrary and elusive sorcerer, Grendel. Ellin must use all her courage and wit as she embarks on a dangerous journey against enemies known and unknown to find Grendel, save Lord Jolien's life and return the stolen children of Floris to their parents. Fiona McIntosh's much-anticipated fantasy sequel to The Whisperershort-listed in teh 2010 Children's Book Council of Australia Awards. read more

'This series may be her best yet' - The Age AN EMPIRE AT PEACE Ten years have passed since the brutal invasion and peace… 'This series may be her best yet' - The Age AN EMPIRE AT PEACE Ten years have passed since the brutal invasion and peace has settled over Penraven. Few people remember the Valisar kings. Fewer still are eager for their return. A PRINCE IN HIDING Prince Leo is conflicted. His anger burns deep at the betrayal of his family but with his kingdom safe and thriving, revenge and upheaval seem to be selfish endeavours. When his hiding place is accidentally uncovered, he's forced to confront the question that has been troubling him for some time. Does he truly want to be king? A NEW DARKNESS ON THE RISE Lured out of his castle by the possibility of a living Valisar heir, the emperor utilises his vast network of soldiers and spies to corner Prince Leo once and for all. But the prince is not the only one with a claim to the Valisar throne, and that heir is discovering a remarkable power with dangerous consequences. PRAISE: 'Fans of McIntosh (and there are plenty) will not be disappointed' - Bookseller + Publisher 'an imaginative world-builder ... brims with complex characters, carefully laid intrigues and hair-raising violence' - The Age 'adventure epic with a voice of its own ... McIntosh pulls no punches' - memorabletv.com read more