The adventures and exploits of real-life highwayman Swift Nick Nevison and the observations and writings of 17th century travel writer Celia Fiennes are woven throughout this tale, which takes the reader from the privileged world of London's aristocracy to the highways and byways, inns and hunting grounds of some of England's most celebrated rogues. To be together, one of them will have to give up their world forever.Ī Heroes and Heartbreakers Years Best Read, The Highwayman concludes Judith James's Rakes and Rogues of the Restoration series. When circumstances bring them together the sparks ignite, yet they remain on opposite sides of society and the law, and with each encounter, they risk more. Jack's dangerous deeds are legend, yet the thrill of a highwayman's life is growing cold.īeautiful and bold, Arabella Hamilton may come from the world Jack despises, but she's a kindred spirit at heart. Jack wants nothing to do with his heritage instead, he preys on the wealthy, stealing coin (and the occasional kiss) on England's darkest roads. The only name Jack Nevison never uses is the one left to him by his abusive sire. Some call him Gentleman Jack others know him as Swift Nick. HEROES AND HEARTBREAKERS BEST READS 2014 Anna Bowling James never fails to deliver a compelling romance between two complex protagonists wrapped in you-are-there history, a winning combination.' 'A new historical by Judith James is always drop-everything-else-and-devour time for me, and the third entry in her Rakes and Rogues of the Restoration series is no exception.

Sabrina Jeffries, NYT bestselling author

'Rooted in an authentic historical setting, this thrilling tale of passion and adventure will leave you breathless.'

The King's Courtesan by Judith James