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The Duke’s Banquet

The Banquet Series, Book 2

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The Duke’s Banquet

By: Derek Gorman
Narrated by: Tony Scheinman
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The Duke of Wellington not only defeated Napoleon but became prime minister twice and also lived in an opulent home known as Number One London. This novel, crafted in a modern and accessible tone, incorporates actual characters and true events of the day. It is a stand-alone novel in the Banquet series.

Set in 1836: The duke's annual Waterloo banquet was the high society event of the year, bringing together military veterans alongside nobility in the grandeur of his splendid home. Step inside the glamorous home and learn about the life of Napoleon and the Duke of Wellington, as their upbringing and life paths are discussed over dinner.

The author balances documented historical records on the people and events of the day to ensure historical accuracy, blending it with a modern storytelling style that doesn't make you feel like you are listening to Shakespeare so step inside a world of dukes, banquets, and extravagance. Imagine Netflix's The Crown but set in the 19th century. Buy The Duke's Banquet today and leave knowing more about Napoleon and the man who brought his empire to an end.

©2021 Derek Gorman (P)2022 Derek Gorman
Biographical Fiction Fiction

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