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Book Spotlight: The Shadow Queen by Rebecca Dean & Giveaway (US/Canada)

August 4, 2012 by Darlene

I’ve got a great historical fiction read to spotlight for you all today!  It is The Shadow Queen:  A Novel of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor by Rebecca Dean which releases on August 14!  I can’t wait to read this one and what about the cover – isn’t it gorgeous.  I really like it.  I’ll give you some information on the book, the author, and don’t forget to check out the giveaway for your chance to win one of two copies!

 

 

About The Shadow Queen

Set against a background of high society, royal circles, and diplomatic intrigue, THE SHADOW QUEEN: A Novel of Wallis Simpson, Duchess of Windsor by Rebecca Dean, the acclaimed author of previous historical novels Palace Circle and The Golden Prince, features one of the most fascinating and controversial women of the 20th century. Scores of biographies, movies (including the latest from Madonna, W.E.), and plays have been written about Wallis Simpson, the American socialite, for whom Prince Edward, Duke of Windsor abdicated his throne in order to marry her, forever changing the course of British history, and yet she remains an enigma.

In THE SHADOW QUEEN we are introduced to the real Wallis (given name Bessie Wallis Warfield) who was born into a poor, disgraced, southern family and thought of by the relatives as the outsider, the poor relation. In order to be seen as the Southern belle she so desperately wants to be, she relies on the charity of her rich relatives, whose dearest wish is to alienate her from her poverty-stricken, but loving mother. These early childhood experiences forge steel into Wallis, and, a survivor on a grand scale with a charm and sassiness few can resist, she embarks on a life that takes her from being the mistress of men in Washington’s highest diplomatic circles, to risking her life as a U.S. spy in war-torn China.

Wherever she goes and whoever she is with, there is always in her pocketbook a newspaper clipping of Britain’s golden-haired, fairy-tale-handsome Prince of Wales. For millions of girls worldwide, Edward is the impossible, unattainable dream. Wallis, however, has never believed anything to be impossible or unattainable, and sets out to conquer the man who will very soon become the country’s king. A story based on impeccable research, we meet the woman for whom Prince Edward abdicated his throne. It’s a tale of loss, heartache, and the ultimate test of how far a Prince will go for love.

Pre-order at: Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, B&N, and IndieBound

 

About Rebecca Dean

REBECCA DEAN is the author of The Palace Circle and The Golden Prince. She was born in Yorkshire, England, and lives in London with her husband and two dogs.

 

GIVEAWAY DETAILS (US/Canada)

I have two copies of The Shadow Queen by Rebecca Dean to share with my readers. To enter…

  • For 1 entry leave me a comment entering the giveaway.
  • For 2 entries, follow my blog.  If you already do please let me know so I can pass the extra entry on to you as well.
  • For 3 entries, blog or tweet this giveaway.

This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents only (no PO boxes) and I will draw for the winners on Saturday, August 18/12.  Good luck!

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  1. bermudaonion(Kathy) says

    August 4, 2012 at 5:48 am

    My mother is fascinated with all things British royalty, so I’d love to win the book for her.

    I subscribe in Google Reader.

    kathy(at)bermudaonion.net

  2. Kim@Time2Resd says

    August 4, 2012 at 6:44 am

    I enjoy historical fiction and have always been intrigued by this couple. This sounds like a good read to add to my list. thanks for the chance to win it!

  3. Kim@Time2Resd says

    August 4, 2012 at 6:44 am

    Forgot to mention I am a current follower by GFC.

  4. Jenna Evans says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:09 am

    I agree about the cover- very neat. Looks like a fascinating read!

    I am a follower of the blog.

  5. anne says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:53 am

    This era and book sounds intriguing and special. I am an e-mail subscriber.

  6. ellie says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:32 am

    Thanks for this fascinating book. I subscribe via e-mail.

  7. Margaret says

    August 4, 2012 at 10:04 am

    Such an interesting couple. Would love to read about her.

    -blog follower
    -tweeted

    Margaret
    singitm(at)hotmail(dot)com

  8. Leslie says

    August 4, 2012 at 10:08 am

    I’ve always been fascinated by Wallis Simpson and her prince.

    I’m a follower and I posted the giveaway in the sidebar of my blog.

  9. Patricia N says

    August 4, 2012 at 11:44 am

    This is on my to-read list. I’d love to win!
    PMNSL95 at triad dot rr dot com

  10. Patricia N says

    August 4, 2012 at 11:53 am

    I follow your blog via GFC as Patricia N
    PMNSL95 at triad dot rr dot com

  11. Patricia N says

    August 4, 2012 at 11:55 am

    Tweet
    https://twitter.com/pmernick1/status/231810438319452160
    PMNSL95 at triad dot rr dot com

  12. Terry Martini says

    August 4, 2012 at 1:34 pm

    This book has been on my TBR list since I first heard about it months ago. Can’t wait to read it! I follow by GFC and email.

    tmrtini at gmail dot com

  13. Beth says

    August 4, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    This sounds fabulous! I would love to be entered in the giveaway.

    I’m a follower & a subscriber.

    Thanks,
    Beth

    bharbin07[at]gmail[dot]com

  14. Beth says

    August 4, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    I tweeted here:

    https://twitter.com/bbulow12/status/231852310685433856

    Thanks,
    Beth

    bharbin07[at]gmail[dot]com

  15. LilMissMolly says

    August 4, 2012 at 3:15 pm

    I’ve always been interested in the woman who got a king to abdicate the thrown. She must have been amazing!
    GFC follower

  16. Carl says

    August 4, 2012 at 4:02 pm

    The story of Edward and Wallis is such a great piece of history, I’m not surprised to see it in historical fiction as well. Thanks for offering this book. Please enter my name for the chance to win it.

    +1 I follow this blog by email: carlscott(at)prodigy(dot)net(dot)mx

    +1 I tweeted the giveaway: https://twitter.com/carlrscott/status/231872490887061506

    Thanks!

  17. tammyjackson says

    August 4, 2012 at 4:45 pm

    wow hope i win
    thanks so very much for the chance
    tammyjackson75@yahoo.com

  18. Sandra K321 says

    August 4, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    I love historical books, especially royalty, this would be a great book to read and pass on to my mom who was a WWII War bride.

  19. Sandra K321 says

    August 4, 2012 at 5:37 pm

    I follow via GFC.

  20. Karen says

    August 4, 2012 at 6:05 pm

    Really, really would love to read this book. It’s on my library to read list, but would love to win it. Thank you for the chance.
    kmgervais(at)nycap(dot)rr(dot)com

  21. Karen says

    August 4, 2012 at 6:07 pm

    I’m a follower and subscriber.
    kmgervais(at)nycap(dot)rr(dot)com

  22. Karen says

    August 4, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    I tweeted. https://twitter.com/MsRubyKat/status/231904376137060353

  23. Lara says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:29 pm

    I really enjoyed the film W/E; I had always wondered about this couple and their relationship. Sounds like a good read!

    Google follower

    lafra86 at gmail dot com

  24. Lisa Garrett says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    This woman’s story fascinates me.

  25. Lisa Garrett says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    I follow via gfc and email.

  26. Lisa Garrett says

    August 4, 2012 at 7:42 pm

    Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lag32583/status/231927948754698240

  27. Carrie at In the Hammock Blog says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:11 pm

    i’ve been really curious about all the books coming out about her. i’d love to read this! Thank you!!

    inthehammockblog at gmail dot com

  28. Carrie at In the Hammock Blog says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    i’m a gfc follower!

    inthehammockblog at gmail dot com

  29. Carrie at In the Hammock Blog says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:12 pm

    i tweeted: https://twitter.com/in_the_hammock/status/231935650771910656

  30. Linda Kish says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    I have always wanted to know more about Wallis Simpson.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  31. Linda Kish says

    August 4, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    I am a GFC follower

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  32. Karen Wapinski says

    August 5, 2012 at 6:39 am

    I love historical fiction, would love to win this. Thanks for the giveaway ^_^

    I am a GFC and email follower

  33. Linda B says

    August 5, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    Being a fan of Elizabeth II’s parents, George VI and Elizabeth, I think I’d find this novel about Wallis very interesting. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Google follower

  34. Shannon says

    August 5, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    would love to win a copy!

    follow the blog and will tweet!

  35. Emma @ Words And Peace says

    August 7, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    I follow you via RSS feed.
    here is my tweet:
    https://twitter.com/wordsandpeace/status/233027487238590465
    Emma @ Words And Peace
    ehc16e at yahoo dot com

  36. rhonda says

    August 7, 2012 at 8:42 pm

    Love to read about WALLIS! EMAil subscriber Lomazowr@gmail.com

  37. rhonda says

    August 7, 2012 at 8:43 pm

    Twitter follower at rhondareads will tweet.

  38. CassandraG says

    August 8, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    Sounds like a very interesting read.
    GFC/Email follower
    divavixenqueen(at)gmail(dot)com

  39. Alexis @ Reflections of a Bookaholic says

    August 9, 2012 at 12:28 am

    Oh this sounds nice.

    reflectionsofabookaholic[at]gmail[dot]com
    I’m a follower 🙂

  40. Jessy says

    August 10, 2012 at 6:54 pm

    I love these type of books. I would love to own and READ it.

  41. Jessy says

    August 10, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    I follow your blog as Jessy aka Hoot

  42. Jessy says

    August 10, 2012 at 6:55 pm

    I tweeted
    https://twitter.com/hootowl1978/status/234090700684292096

  43. KayG says

    August 11, 2012 at 8:18 am

    Sounds like a great book. Would love to win and read it. Thank you for the opportunity.
    KayG
    msbookwormlady(at)aol(dot)com

  44. KayG says

    August 11, 2012 at 8:20 am

    I follow your blog via GFC and email.
    KayG
    msbookwormlady(at)aol(dot)com

  45. Maureen says

    August 11, 2012 at 8:22 am

    It looks like a book I would enjoy.
    I follow on GFC
    tweet: https://twitter.com/MaureenCE/status/234293494565457920

  46. KayG says

    August 11, 2012 at 8:23 am

    I tweeted. https://twitter.com/MsBookwormLady/status/234293454832795648
    KayG
    msbookwormlady(at)aol(dot)com

  47. Vicky B. says

    August 12, 2012 at 11:21 am

    A book about Wallis sounds like a great read. I’m sure there’s been a lot of misinformation about this woman. I’d love to find out about the real person. Thanks for the giveaway!

  48. Vicky B. says

    August 12, 2012 at 11:21 am

    I follow via GFC (Vicky B.) and RSS feed.

  49. Vicky B. says

    August 12, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I tweeted about the giveaway: https://twitter.com/LadyVee424/status/234701945472942080

  50. Suz Reads says

    August 12, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    Thanks for this amazing giveaway! This book sounds great and I would love to win it!

    klaxon63350 (at) mypacks (dot) net

  51. Suz Reads says

    August 12, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    Thanks for this amazing giveaway! This book sounds great and I would love to win it!

    klaxon63350 (at) mypacks (dot) net

  52. Suz Reads says

    August 12, 2012 at 4:25 pm

    I follow by e-mail!

    klaxon63350 (at) mypacks (dot) net

  53. Suz Reads says

    August 12, 2012 at 4:26 pm

    Tweeted: https://twitter.com/SuzReads/status/234777295301255169

    klaxon63350 (at) mypacks (dot) net

  54. susan says

    August 13, 2012 at 8:32 am

    Yes I would really like to read The Shadow Queen! Saw a bit of their relationship in The King’s Speech movie. This book looks very intriguing. I follow you thru google reader. thanks http://www.thecuecard.com/

  55. tammyjackson says

    August 17, 2012 at 8:58 am

    thank you for the chance
    tammyjackson75@yahoo.com

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