COMING APRIL 24, 2012

I, IAGO

a novel by Nicole Galland

Revisit Shakespeare’s classic tale of revenge and treachery…

from a different point of view

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  To research CROSSED, I retraced the steps of the Fourth Crusade, albeit with a few more creature comforts than they had on the original voyage (for example, toothpaste). To read about my misadventures, check out: Field Notes From A Broad

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Nicole was selected by the Barnes and Noble “Discover Great New Writers” series for her debut novel, The Fool’s Tale, which was also a Book of the Month Club selection.

“…an act of considerable creative genius…a must-read.” -—Ilysa Magnus, Historical Novels Review

“REQUIRED READING… A funny (really!) look at this disastrous Crusade… It’s a raucous road trip set in the 13th century.” —The New York Post “This epic historical adventure…succeeds in being a true guilty pleasure, a rousing shout-out to those past masters of bestselling historical fiction, Frank Yerby, Samuel Shellabarger and Lawrence Schoonover.” -— Publisher’s Weekly “Witty and observant…Nicole Galland is exceptionally well versed in the fine nuances of storytelling and illustrating the combustible nature of mixing religion, commerce and war.” -—St. Petersburg Times “A holy war is derailed by opportunism and profiteering in this witty chronicle of the Fourth Crusade…Galland’s astute rendering of political intrigue makes for a rewarding long march.” — Kirkus Reviews “CROSSED is a fascinating, exciting, and beautifully researched novel … Thrilling… Ms. Galland presents a gritty, honest account of a plan that went horribly wrong…. plenty of humor and humanity keep a sad story from being too somber. I highly recommend this excellent novel. ” — Jani Brooks, Romance Reviews Today

“Compulsively readable…highly entertaining.” — Kirkus Reviews ” A wallop of a first novel — entertaining and engaging.” — San Francisco Chronicle “A great yarn… Galland has an exceptional gift for characters and relationships.” — Neal Stephenson, author of The Baroque Cycle: Quicksilver, The Confusion, and The System of the World “Deft, dramatic dialog and pacing.” — Library Journal Reviews “Galland’s first novel is an entertaining saga adeptly weaving together political intrigue and deceit, love that both unifies and divides, loyalty that teeters on treason, and the desire for freedom, which comes with a hefty price.” — Booklist “An easy book to curl up with on the couch … This is a wonderful debut novel…painstaking research, combined with the craft of the true storyteller combine to produce a novel that will appeal immensely…it is easy to get caught up in the drama and passion…” — The Southland Times, New Zeland “Screenwriter Galland debuts impressively with a steamy historical romance about a medieval Welsh queen’s love affair with the king’s best friend — his profane, hyperactive royal fool…” — Publisher’s Weekly “Intoxicating, bawdy and thoroughly entertaining… Fascinating characters, sophisticated wit, passion, and intrigue make Galland’s debut an irresistible read.” — Book of the Month Club