The Courtier of Versailles

Praise for THE COURTIER OF VERSAILLES(previously titled THE COURTIER’S SECRET)Finalist: National Readers’ Choice Award Winner: Best First Book, RWI "Russo Morin fills her tale with maidens, mistresses and musketeers mired in intrigue…supplying lots of action as Jeanne goes through quick costume changes, one minute a virgin about to be raped, another a daring do-gooder, rapier in hand." -Publishers Weekly “A novel as opulent and sparkling as Louis XIV’s court and as filled with intrigue, passion and excitement as a novel by Dumas…a feast for the senses.” -RT Book Review “Absolutely enchanting…refreshing and utterly exciting!” -Front Street Reviews “A wonderfully spun gem of a story.” -Jenny Salyers, Armchair Reviews "The author has a very good knowledge of the time period, as well as a gift for prose. I like her writing style and her vocabulary. I couldn't put it down. There are several twists I wasn't expecting and that is rare in books I read!” -Historical-fiction.com "Filled with vivid imagery, delightful dialogue, and highly spirited characters, this page turner kept me up long into the night. Ms. Russo Morin's writing style is as smooth as fine cognac, while the story's plot rolls along like thunder across the French countryside." -Steven Manchester, Author, The Unexpected Storm and Pressed Pennies "Exquisitely done…fabulous historical research…unforgettable characters! -Kwips and Kritiques "Magnifique!! Donna Russo Morin's debut novel is a delightful dance through the decadent Louis XIV era. The Courtier's Secret is intoxicating! Russo Morin has done her homework-the story moves quickly as the reader zips through this well researched time period." -Robin Kall, host Reading With Robin 920 WHJJ