Blog Tour and Giveaway: The Emperor's Assassin by Autumn Bardot

The Emperor's Assassin by Autumn Bardot

Publication Date: October 1, 2019

Flores Publishing

eBook & Paperback; 437 Pages

Genre: Historical Fiction

History paints her as the first female serial killer… Locusta is the daughter of a winemaker in the Roman province of Gaul. She enjoys the indulged childhood of the elite, her concerns only about the day’s amusements. She rides gentle ponies, attends parties, reads Ovid, and learns the herbal arts from her servant. But the day after meeting her betrothed, Locusta discovers the consequences of possessing such dangerous knowledge. Ordered to leave her pastoral life, Locusta is thrust into a world of intrigue, scandal, and murder—where treason lurks behind every corner and defying an emperor means death. Locusta’s life changes forever when a young Emperor Nero requires her herbal expertise. And commands her to be his personal poisoner. Caught in an imperial web, Locusta must embrace her profession or die. Or is there another way out? History paints her as the first female serial killer. Or is she yet another maligned woman in history?

Available on Amazon

About the Author

Autumn Bardot writes historical fiction and historical erotica. Her debut historical fiction is THE IMPALER'S WIFE. Her debut historical erotica is LEGENDS OF LUST. Autumn, a pen name, has worked as an educator for more than sixteen years. She teaches literature, writing, and the magic of words. She has a passion for history and a special affinity for the unsung courageous females that history has neglected. Or misunderstood. Autumn lives in Southern California with her husband and every-growing family. She wishes she was one-tenth as brave as the women she writes about. Historical Fiction ~ The Impaler's Wife ~ Dragon Lady ~ The Emperor's Assassin ( coming Oct 1, 2019 ) Historical Erotica ( Cleis Press) ~ Legends of Lust, Erotic Myths from around the World ~ Confessions of a Sheba Queen ( coming March 10, 2020)

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Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, October 21 Review at Passages to the Past Tuesday, October 22 Review at Gwendalyn's Books Wednesday, October 23 Excerpt at The Book Junkie Reads Friday, October 25 Review at Al-Alhambra Monday, October 28 Review at Red Headed Book Lady Wednesday, October 30 Review at Historical Fiction with Spirit Thursday, October 31 Review at History from a Woman’s Perspective Friday, November 1 Guest Post at History from a Woman’s Perspective Monday, November 4 Review at Jessica Belmont Tuesday, November 5 Feature at CelticLady's Reviews Wednesday, November 6 Review at Locks, Hooks and Books Thursday, November 7 Review at Beth's Book Nook Blog Friday, November 8 Excerpt at Myths, Legends, Books & Coffee Pots Monday, November 11 Review at Books and Zebras Interview at Jorie Loves A Story Tuesday, November 12 Excerpt at Maiden of the Pages Thursday, November 14 Review at 100 Pages a Day Friday, November 15 Review at Broken Teepee Review at Coffee and Ink Review at Jorie Loves A Story Review at WTF Are You Reading?

Giveaway

During the Blog Tour, we are giving away a paperback copy of The Emperor's Assassin! To enter, please use the Gleam form below. Giveaway Rules – Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm EST on November 15th. You must be 18 or older to enter. – Paperback giveaway is open to US residents only. – Only one entry per household. – All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspicion of fraud will be decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion. – The winner has 48 hours to claim prize or a new winner is chosen. The Emperor's Assassin

My Review

I have read several books by Autumn Bardot and have enjoyed every one of them. Emperor’s Assassin is no different. I have not read anything in the past about Nero’s time, so I found this story to be intriguing and fascinating. Locusta is one historical figure I had never heard of before and I find myself wanting to know more about her. 

I am giving Emperor’s Assassin four stars. Historical fiction readers will not want to miss this one. I thought it was great. 

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
 

Blog Tour and Giveaway: Dragon Lady by Autumn Bardot

Dragon Lady by Autumn Bardot

Publication Date: August 1, 2019

Flores Publishing

Genre: Historical Fiction

Prostitution required the violation of my body. Piracy required my soul. The first enslaved me. The second set me free.

A young girl is taken from her home and sold into slavery to a floating brothel. Xianggu begins as a servant, but soon her virginity is bought by the highest bidder. Ambitious and determined, she learns the business in hopes of earning her freedom from the madam. Her dreams are washed away when a midnight pirate raid changes her life.

Kidnapped by the notorious Red Flag boss, Xianggu embarks on a journey that demands beauty, brains, and brawn. But Xianggu must do more than learn to wield a sword, sail a ship, and swim across the bay, she must become indispensable to the pirate boss if she hopes to survive. The winds, however, never blow in the same direction, and Xianggu must make a decision that requires her to battle jealous men, ancient prejudices, and her own heart.

The triumph of the notorious Zheng Yi Sao is a sexy, fierce, and unflinchingly realistic story of how a prostitute became the most powerful and successful pirate in the world.

In 18th century China, when men made and enforced the rules, the Dragon Lady lived by her own.

Available on Amazon

About the Author

Autumn Bardot writes historical fiction and erotica about sassy women and daring passions! Her erotic fiction includes Legends of Lust, Erotic Myths from around the World, published by Cleis Press. Confessions of a Sheba Queen (erotica) will be available Jan 2020. The Impaler's Wife is her debut historical fiction, released in April 2019. Autumn has a BA in English literature and a MaEd in curriculum and instruction. She’s been teaching literary analysis for fourteen years When Autumn’s not writing or working, you'll find her hanging out with her ever-growing family, spoiled husband, and pampered rescue pooch. Her favorite things include salty French fries, coffee, swimming, and a great book.

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Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, September 2 

Review at Gwendalyn's Books 

Review at Books In Their Natural Habitat 

Wednesday, September 4 

Feature at I'm All About Books

Friday, September 6 

Review at Coffee and Ink 

Saturday, September 7 

Review & Excerpt at Robin Loves Reading 

Tuesday, September 10 

Excerpt at Maiden of the Pages 

Thursday, September 12 

Review & Excerpt at The Book Junkie Reads 

Friday, September 13 

Review at A Chick Who Reads 

Review at WTF Are You Reading? 

Monday, September 16 

Review at 100 Pages a Day 

Wednesday, September 18 

Review at Locks, Hooks and Books 

Friday, September 20 

Feature at Historical Fiction with Spirit 

Monday, September 23 

Review at Beth's Book Nook Blog 

Wednesday, September 25 

Excerpt at BeadyJans Books 

Friday, September 27 

Feature at CelticLady's Reviews 

Monday, September 30 

Review at Passages to the Past 

Thursday, October 3 

Review at Al-Alhambra 

Friday, October 4 

Guest Post at Passages to the Past 

Saturday, October 5 

Feature at Broken Teepee 

Monday, October 7 

Guest Post at Myths, Legends, Books & Coffee Pots

Giveaway

During the Blog Tour, we are giving away a paperback copy of Dragon Lady! To enter, please use the Gleam form below. Giveaway Rules – Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm EST on October 7th. You must be 18 or older to enter. – Giveaway is open to the US only. – Only one entry per household. – All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspicion of fraud will be decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion. – The winner has 48 hours to claim prize or a new winner is chosen. Dragon Lady

My Review

Dragon Lady is a little bit different from most books I read. I love historical fiction, but I can not remember reading one involving China. I thought it was pretty good. Xianggu is a great character. Her spirit, bravery, determination, courage, and her will to survive, makes a reader want to continue to read. I wanted to know what was going to happen to her next. 

I am giving Dragon Lady four stars. I recommend it for readers who enjoy a good historical read. 

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion. 

Blog Tour and Giveaway: The Impaler's Wife by Autumn Bardot

The Impaler's Wife by Autumn Bardot

Publication Date: April 2, 2019

Flores Publishing

eBook; 452 Pages

Genre: Historical Fiction/Romance

Legend, history, and passion collide in this gritty, evocative, and sensual story about history's most notorious price and the woman who paid love's ultimate price. The year is 1464, and young King Matthias controls Hungary, his family, and the fate of the world’s most notorious political prisoner, Prince Vlad Dracula. Ilona Szilágy, the king’s cousin, is young and ambitious. Dracula is determined to marry into the Hunyadi family. It is love at first sight…but the king has other plans. The Impaler Prince, however, never takes no for an answer. This begins Ilona’s journey into the treacherous world of court intrigues, family betrayals, and her husband’s dark desires. Eager to become Vlad’s trusted confidant, Ilona soon discovers that marriage to a man tortured by his past comes with a price. Woven throughout is a peek into the life and times of one of the world’s most enigmatic and maligned rulers…the man before the legend. With Bardot’s decadent period detail and a cast of gritty evocative characters, The Impaler’s Wife offers a fierce yet sensuous glimpse into the violent 15th century.

Available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble

About the Author

Autumn Bardot writes historical fiction and erotica about sassy women and daring passions! Her erotic fiction includes Legends of Lust, Erotic Myths from around the World, published by Cleis Press. Confessions of a Sheba Queen (erotica) will be available Jan 2020. The Impaler's Wife is her debut historical fiction, releasing in April 2019. Autumn has a BA in English literature and a MaEd in curriculum and instruction. She’s been teaching literary analysis for fourteen years When Autumn’s not writing or working, you'll find her hanging out with her ever-growing family, spoiled husband, and pampered rescue pooch. Her favorite things include salty French fries, coffee, swimming, and a great book.

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Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, June 3 Review at 100 Pages a Day Tuesday, June 4 Excerpt at Historical Fiction with Spirit Wednesday, June 5 Review at Amy's Booket List Friday, June 7 Guest Post at Let Them Read Books Monday, June 10 Review at A Chick Who Reads Tuesday, June 11 Excerpt at The Book Junkie Reads Monday, June 17 Review at Locks, Hooks and Books Tuesday, June 18 Feature at Just One More Chapter Friday, June 21 Interview at Passages to the Past Tuesday, June 25 Review at Passages to the Past Monday, July 1 Review at A Darn Good Read Tuesday, July 2 Review at Coffee and Ink Wednesday, July 3 Review at So Many Books, So Little Time Review & Guest Post at Clarissa Reads it All Thursday, July 4 Review & Excerpt at Maiden of the Pages Friday, July 5 Review at CelticLady's Reviews

Giveaway

During the Blog Tour, we will be giving away one paperback copy of the Impaler's Wife! To enter, please use the Gleam form below. Giveaway Rules – Giveaway ends at 11:59 pm EST on July 5th. You must be 18 or older to enter. – Giveaway is open to US only. – Only one entry per household. – All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspicion of fraud is decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion. – The winner has 48 hours to claim prize or a new winner is chosen. The Impaler's Wife

My Review: 

The Impaler’s Wife is a fabulous historical fiction debut for Autumn Bardot. It is one of those stories that made me want to search online to see if the details were actual historical events or the author’s imagination. Oh my! I was quite fascinated. I would have never thought of reading an enjoyable read involving Vlad the Impaler and his wife. Miss Bardot did an awesome job making it work. Ilona is a great female character. I enjoyed her right from the start. 

The Impaler’s Wife gets five stars from me. I would love to read the next historical fiction release by this author in the future. I would love to know who she would write about next. 

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.