Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Book Blast! Naked: A Novel of Lady Godiva by Eliza Redgold

NAKED: A NOVEL OF LADY GODIVA
by ELIZA REDGOLD

Publication Date: July 14, 2015
Publisher: St. Martin’s Press
Formats: Ebook, Paperback
Pages: 320
Genre: Historical Fiction

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We know her name. We know of her naked ride. We don’t know her true story.

We all know the legend of Lady Godiva, who famously rode naked through the streets of Coventry, covered only by her long, flowing hair. So the story goes, she begged her husband Lord Leofric of Mercia to lift a high tax on her people, who would starve if forced to pay. Lord Leofric demanded a forfeit: that Godiva ride naked on horseback through the town. There are various endings to Godiva’s ride, that all the people of Coventry closed their doors and refused to look upon their liege lady (except for ‘peeping Tom’) and that her husband, in remorse, lifted the tax.

Naked is an original version of Godiva’s tale with a twist that may be closer to the truth: by the end of his life Leofric had fallen deeply in love with Lady Godiva. A tale of legendary courage and extraordinary passion, Naked brings an epic story new voice.

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ADVANCE PRAISE

“Redgold’s variation on this enticing legend is often lyrical and offers a satisfying blend of history, lore, and romance.” (Booklist)

“Breathes new life into the story of the woman who would stop at nothing to protect her land and people.” (Romantic Times)

“NAKED delivers far more than the famous ride of Lady Godiva. It’s a beautifully woven story of love, loyalty, and the determination of a young woman trying to protect her people and their way of life, no matter the price. Godiva is a wonderfully strong woman in an age of dangerous men, and in NAKED, she certainly meets her match!” (Amalia Carosella, author of HELEN OF SPARTA)

“A wonderful, romantic retelling of the Lady Godiva legend. There is the colorful Anglo-Saxon backdrop, warriors, battles, peacemaking, desire, revenge and love – everything a fan of medieval romance could desire – plus a strong-willed heroin. Written with a lyrical lilt to her prose, Redgold adds realism to the myth and love to the lusty tale, allowing readers a glimpse into what might have been.” (RT Book Reviews)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ELIZA REDGOLD is based upon the old, Gaelic meaning of her name, Dr Elizabeth Reid Boyd. English folklore has it that if you help a fairy, you will be rewarded with red gold. She has presented academic papers on women and romance and is a contributor to the forthcoming Encyclopedia of Romance Fiction. As a non-fiction author she is co-author of Body Talk: a Power Guide for Girls and Stay-at-Home Mothers: Dialogues and Debates. She was born in Irvine, Scotland on Marymass Day and currently lives in Australia.

For more information visit Eliza Redgold’s website. You can also find her on FacebookTwitterGoodreadsPinterest, and Google+.

BOOK BLAST SCHEDULE


Tuesday, July 14
Boom Baby Reviews
Let Them Read Books


Wednesday, July 15
Genre Queen
The Maiden’s Court
What Is That Book About


Thursday, July 16
Bibliophilia, Please
The Reader’s Hollow
CelticLady’s Reviews


Friday, July 17
100 Pages a Day
The Never-Ending Book


Saturday, July 18
Just One More Chapter


Monday, July 20
To Read, or Not to Read
Oh, for the Hook of a Book!


Tuesday, July 21
A Literary Vacation
Book Lovers Paradise


Wednesday, July 22
Unabridged Chick


Thursday, July 23
So Many Books, So Little Time


Friday, July 24
The Reading Queen


Saturday, July 25
Book Nerd


Sunday, July 26
Passages to the Past


Monday, July 27
Bibliotica
The Lit Bitch


Tuesday, July 28
A Chick Who Reads


GIVEAWAY!

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7 comments:

  1. Thanks for having me to visit! Your page is terrific. It feels so historical! I hope readers enjoy Godiva's tale.

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    1. Thanks, Eliza! I'm looking forward to reading the book next month!

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  2. Eliza is a new Author for me. This book sounds like an interesting read, especially that I love Historical Fiction. Thank you for the giveaway chance.
    Carol L
    Lucky4750 (at) aol (dot) com

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  3. I've never read an account of this tale. Sounds good, thanks.

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  4. Beautiful cover and beautiful author. I've only ever heard the short version of this story. Sounds intriguing.

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  5. I am most definitely intrigued, love the cover!

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  6. I love the cover and the premise sounds interesting

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