Publication Date: October 7, 2014 | Gallery Books | Formats: eBook, Paperback | Pages: 352
Genre: Historical Fiction/Romance
The first retelling of the passionate, twelfth-century love story since the discovery of 113 lost love letters between Heloise d’Argenteuil and Pierre Abelard—the original Romeo and Juliet.
"While I sleep you never leave me, and after I wake I see you, as soon as I open my eyes, even before the light of day itself." —Abelard to Heloise
Among the young women of twelfth-century Paris, Heloise d’Argenteuil stands apart. Extraordinarily educated and quick-witted, she is being groomed by her uncle to become an abbess in the service of God.
But with one encounter, her destiny changes forever. Pierre Abelard, headmaster at the Notre-Dame Cloister School, is acclaimed as one of the greatest philosophers in France. His controversial reputation only adds to his allure, yet despite the legions of women swooning over his poetry and dashing looks, he is captivated by the brilliant Heloise alone. As their relationship blossoms from a meeting of the minds to a forbidden love affair, both Heloise and Abelard must choose between love, duty, and ambition.
Sherry Jones weaves the lovers’ own words into an evocative account of desire and sacrifice. As intimate as it is erotic, as devastating as it is beautiful, The Sharp Hook of Love is a poignant, tender tribute to one of history’s greatest romances, and to love’s power to transform and endure.
Praise for The Sharp Hook of Love
"Heloise is the sort of heroine you cannot help rooting for: brilliant and naïve, vulnerable and tough. The Sharp Hook of Love will have you up all night holding your breath as you turn each page." (Rebecca Kanner author of Sinners and the Sea)"Jones weaves history and passion in a tale full of emotional heft that questions what it means to truly love someone..." (Kirkus Reviews)
"A sensual journey into twelfth century Paris. With a sharp eye for historical detail, Jones weaves an unforgettable, compelling tale about enduring love." (Lynn Cullen nationally bestselling author of Mrs. Poe)
"Passion and treachery mingle in Sherry Jones's explosive novel The Sharp Hook of Love. Wrenching and erotic, this is a grand romance in every sense of the word." (Mary Sharratt author of Illuminations: A Novel of Hildegard von Bingen)
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About the Author
Sherry Jones is the author of five biographical fiction books: The Sharp Hook of Love, about the famed 12th-century lovers Abelard and Heloise; The Jewel of Medina and The Sword of Medina, international — and controversial — best sellers about the life of A’isha, who married the Muslim prophet Muhammad at age nine and went on to become the most famous and influential woman in Islam; Four Sisters, All Queens, a tale of four sisters in 13th century Provence who became queens of France, England, Germany, and Italy, and White Heart, an e-novella about the famous French “White Queen” Blanche de Castille.For more information please visit Sherry Jones's website. You can also find her on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Goodreads.
The Sharp Hook of Love Blog Tour Schedule
Monday, November 24Review at Bibliophilia, Please
Tuesday, November 25
Review at Ageless Pages Reviews
Wednesday, November 26
Review at Book Babe
Guest Post at Historical Fiction Connection
Friday, November 28
Guest Post at Historical Tapestry
Sunday, November 29
Spotlight & Excerpt at The Lusty Literate
Monday, December 1
Review at Book Lovers Paradise
Interview at Mina's Bookshelf
Wednesday, December 3
Guest Post at Let Them Read Books
Spotlight & Giveaway at Passages to the Past
Thursday, December 4
Review at The Lit Bitch
Friday, December 5
Spotlight & Excerpt at Historical Fiction Obsession
Feature at Romantic Historical Lovers
Interview at To Read or Not to Read
Giveaway
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I loved this book. No need to enter me since I've already read it and already bought a copy for a Christmas present for a friend, but I recommend it highly!
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I first read about Heloise and Abelard in a blog entry several years when I first began reading historical fiction. I've been fascinated ever since. Adding this novel to my wish list.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to reading this one by Sherry. I have it on my Christmas wish list.
ReplyDeleteEver since I first saw this book, I've wanted to read it. Hope I win.
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ReplyDeleteI love a book with history and passion, and this one sounds like one I would really enjoy. Thanks for having the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to find a new author and I've added The Sharp Hook of Love to my wish list.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Amy, for a terrific blog tour! Best of luck to all entrants, and I hope you enjoy THE SHARP HOOK OF LOVE. :)
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