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The Romanov Legacy (The Natalie Brandon Thrillers Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Jenni Wiltz (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 553 ratings
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A murdered tsar. A missing treasure. One woman holds the key.

Natalie Brandon knows Nicholas II, last tsar of Russia, left a secret bank account to provide for his family in exile. But getting someone to believe her is harder than finding the account itself. Diagnosed with schizophrenia, Natalie is tormented by a recurring hallucination, the voice of an angel named Belial. Even her sister, a Russian history professor, won’t take her seriously…until a blond, blue-eyed Russian spy kidnaps Natalie, claiming she’s the only one who can lead him to the treasure.

But Constantine Dashkov isn’t the only one after the tsar’s missing millions. Russian prime minister Maxim Starinov will do anything to get the money for himself. Natalie and Constantine must outrun Starinov’s death squad as they track the treasure from San Francisco to Moscow to London. With nothing more than Natalie’s ghostly intuition to guide them, can she and Constantine stay alive long enough to protect the tsar’s legacy from a greedy despot?

The Romanov Legacy is the first book in the Natalie Brandon thriller series, with fast-paced action and a heroine readers call "unforgettable" and "enchanting." If you like Dan Brown’s historical puzzles and the international intrigue of Daniel Silva, then you'll love Jenni Wiltz's page-turning thrillers.

Buy The Romanov Legacy to discover this exciting new series today.
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Readers Love Natalie Brandon and The Romanov Legacy:

"I loved this book. It's wildly entertaining, very well written, highly inventive, and just plain fun." - Amazon reviewer

"Natalie is an unforgettable character..." - Amazon reviewer
"Couldn't put it down until I read the last word." - Amazon reviewer

"The more I read this book the harder it was to put down." - Amazon reviewer

"...if you liked Stone of Destiny or The DaVinci Code you'll really enjoy reading this book." - Amazon reviewer

"Loved every thrilling minute! Great Characters, scenarios, dialogue and so enjoyed the Romanov details and accurate historical references." - Amazon reviewer

"What an absolute awesome read! I could not turn my kindle off. Couldn't wait to see what happened. In the end. This book is an awesome book!" - Amazon reviewer

"This fabulous novel has something for every reader...It's full of mystery, history, suspense, romance, murder, car chases, spies, and the kitchen sink. Nothing to do except enjoy and know you'll keep reading rather than going to bed. Just have an extra cup of coffee in the morning." - Amazon reviewer

"This book absolutely captured me. I literally couldn't put it down...The two sisters and their relationship is one to remember. How Beth handles Natalie's "problem" is a lesson about patience and love we could all learn from. If you don't want to sleep for a couple of nights pick this up, you won't be sorry." - Amazon reviewer

"Natalie's 'mental illness' changed this from a normal political thriller / detective story into something much more absorbing." - Amazon reviewer

"Ms. Wiltz has made her characters COME ALIVE." - Amazon reviewer

"A wonderful blend of history and mystery, with lots of action to keep you reading right till the end." - Amazon reviewer

From the Author

This is the first book in my Natalie Brandon thriller series. Like you guys, I love thrillers. But for the longest time, I had trouble finding books with strong but realistic female characters. Many of the spy characters were jaded and cold-hearted, and the female characters were often just there to be rescued. As a reader, I wanted more...so I set out to create the book I wanted to read.

That led me to Natalie, a heroine diagnosed with schizophrenia, and Beth, the sister who would do anything to protect her. In The Romanov Legacy, these two do it all, from replacing Natalie's drug therapy with behavioral therapy to taking on the entire Russian espionage community. Writing this part of the book was easy because I have a sister, too. I had no trouble describing these two smart, brave women who believe in each other when no one else does.

Of course, this is still a thriller, so there are car chases, spies, a death squad, gunfights, and a lost royal treasure to chase after. I wanted this book to be fun and fast-paced, but with more character depth that shows you who these people are, good and bad. I hope I've succeeded! If you like Natalie and Beth, there's a lot more headed their way.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0088L1RKK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Decanter Press (June 3, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 3, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2018 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 452 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1942348053
  • Customer Reviews:
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Jenni Wiltz

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Jenni Wiltz writes thrillers, romantic suspense, paranormal romance, and literary fiction. She's currently working on the Natalie Brandon thriller series.

In 2011, her novel The Cherbourg Jewels won the Romance Writers of America Kiss of Death Chapter's Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Category Romantic Suspense. In 2016, she placed as a runner-up in the Chicago Tribune's Nelson Algren awards for short fiction. Her work has also appeared in the Portland Review, Gargoyle, and the Sacramento News & Review.

She's worked as a web editor, a copywriter, and a USAID grant program coordinator, which gave her the opportunity to travel to Kenya. When she's not writing, she enjoys running, genealogy, and blogging about tiaras. She lives in Pilot Hill, California and has not yet struck gold in her backyard.

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Cleargrace
5.0 out of 5 stars a really good read!
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2014
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The death of the Tsar and his family, especially rumors of Anastasia and her possible escape have fascinated the public for years. This tale takes that fascination, ties it to the rumor of tsarist riches, and weaves in a password lost to history. Or not. There is the requisite story passed down from father to son to grandson that brings the mystery to the present hour, but you will find it well done and thoroughly believable. I loved the way the author unfolds each step, interleaving past and present one chapter at a time. You will be on the edge of your seat as the characters begin to converge.
We meet a lovely young woman, Natalee, and her mentor Bilial. She carries a secret, and through Bilial, a supernatural ability. It will take a Russian spy named Constantine, a Russian traitor, the heads of several soviet agencies, diplomats from the US and England, the very ghosts of Maria and Olga, and perhaps even the British Monarchy to reveal the truth.
There are threads of love and family shining through this well written narrative, from the love of the tsar's family to the love of Natalee for her sister and nephew, to that of Constantine for his own tortured sister, and, happily, between Natalee and Constantine. There is betrayal at several levels, and cold blooded murder; and secrets of course. But what would the world be without secrets! I know you will enjoy this clever mix of history, mystery and human nature.. I certainly did!
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Rickles
4.0 out of 5 stars Different, Twisty, Engaging, Interesting,
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2019
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The search is on for Tsar Romanov's money a century after the Romanovs were murdered. Two sides are battling to find where it is hidden. Mysterious letters written by the Tsar's daughters and a hidden password are the key clues to the location. The body count is piling up. The writing is mostly quite good but the mistakes, while minimal, are quite glaring. Missing words, words used incorrectly, and spelling errors are quite evident. The central characters come alive but you don't really care about them. This book was ok and I did enjoy finishing the story.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Where Can You Get a More Engaging Ride?
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2014
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Close to an all-in-one book. Jenni Wiltz has constructed a tale that grips you so hard you don't notice how much you're being taught. How easily a spy thriller can lapse into cliche, just as easily as an historical novel can cure insomnia. Neither one here, in spades. What a tremendous story, with wonderfully keeling characters whose problems and wounds spice a tale that has fairy-tale allure from the start.
If you've ever bought a lotto ticket, you dreamed what you might do. The tsar's lost treasure would make that look like a waiter's tip. But the most incredible thing Jenni Wiltz does here is clue you in on why you would care when someone else is after staggering wealth. The heroes and heroines of this story, spanning the earth and over a century in the telling, are the ones that believe. In the rightness of conduct, in honoring history, those who care about others and see past flaws and jealousy to sacrifice and courage. These are the winners and this tale has you cheering for them, including some you discover when it's almost too late.
Watch how the author, who clearly has her hands full of historical knowledge, masterfully lets just a gem fall through at a time- the perfectly right time- to inform and deepen the story. Before she's done there's a glittering tiara of fiction before you and you're only sorry it had to end. Let this continue by any means necessary. Jenni Wiltz establishes her bona fides as an author you can trust. And this book, for about the same as a lotto ticket, is a guaranteed winner.
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Cheribella
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Plot
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2014
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I thoroughly enjoyed this fast paced read. It kept my attention from beginning to end.
I have always held a fascination for the story of the Romanov family and the tragedy that ended all of their lives in such a horrific way.
It was pure delight to come across a book about them with a connection to current times. I'm sure their are thousands of people interested in the Romanov family because not only is it tragic but it changed the lives of so many people.
If you are looking for a story involving murder, mayhem, a little mystery and a touch of romance this is for you. If you are a historian....this is not for you.
Even though there are multiple deaths there is no real blood and gore...as reader you are given enough information to visualize everything that happens with what the author gives you. I hate a book that is just filled with words to make a book longer. You will find none of that here...instead just about every word has a purpose.
The reason I gave this four stars is because the ending just left me feeling like it needed another chapter to tie things up. Even an epilogue would have worked instead of leaving you with the feeling of "what happened" to Natalie, Beth and Constanine. I don't believe in spoilers so you will just have to read this and find out if you agree with me.
I will tell you I am an avid reader and read this pretty much straight through. If I hadn't started reading it at midnight I'm sure it would have been all in one setting.
So don't delay, buy this now and let me know what you think of the way it ended. I would be very interested in finding out if you agree with my thoughts on the ending.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Writer. I love her work.
Reviewed in Australia on September 12, 2020
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The Romanov Legacy blends action, history, character development and romance with skill and with the writer's characteristic humour. Every now and then a character will say something that makes me smile, then I am back into being absorbed into the world she has created. This story works on both the level of a conventional thriller and on the level of a supernatural tale. Ms Wiltz is a very talented and creative master story teller and I love her work. I unreservedly suggest you try a couple of her novels. Cheers and happy reading
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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Writer. I love her work.
Reviewed in Australia on September 12, 2020
The Romanov Legacy blends action, history, character development and romance with skill and with the writer's characteristic humour. Every now and then a character will say something that makes me smile, then I am back into being absorbed into the world she has created. This story works on both the level of a conventional thriller and on the level of a supernatural tale. Ms Wiltz is a very talented and creative master story teller and I love her work. I unreservedly suggest you try a couple of her novels. Cheers and happy reading
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Karen
5.0 out of 5 stars An attention grabber
Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2014
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book even though there were some parts that really were not clarified and I cannot stand when books are not proof read. I would recommend reading this one.
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Denise Bartram
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 2, 2012
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I downloaded this purely on the basis that it was different to what I normally read (I LOVE Vampire fiction).

From chapter one, I really enjoyed this book. Like others, would love to have known who Belial was. Not knowing his back ground did not spoil the story for me in any way though. Natalie had my admiration by the end of the book and I'm really glad that I actually veered away from my preferred genre and read The Romanov Legacy. So much so that I googled and read about the Romanov family once I finished reading this book.
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Carrie
4.0 out of 5 stars romanov legacy review
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 9, 2014
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it was a very good read. Kept one guessing..I would thoroughly recommend it. I felt sated, as if I had had all the nice things that i like to eat all in one bowl.
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Brian the Brisbane Lion
4.0 out of 5 stars From Russia with Love, and bullets
Reviewed in Australia on June 30, 2014
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A fast paced action thriller based on what happened to the Romanov gold.
A great read, plenty of action, and enough history to make it slightly educational as well.
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