Royal Flush Author:Margaret Irwin The fascinating story of Minette, sister of Charles II of England and cousin of Louis IV of France. As the wife of Louis' vicious brother, Duke of Orleans and First Gentleman of France, she was "madame", a beloved and admired figure in her glittering world, and a helpless pawn in the merciless game of international politics. (from the back cover... more ») Minette, youngest daughter of King Charles I of England, was an unwanted guest at the Court of France -- until her brother was restored to the English throne. Then suddenly Minette found herself sought after and admired, courted by princes, loved by a king. But amid all the glittering splendor of Louis XIV's Court, the English princess, now Duchess of Orleans, could not escape intrigue, corruption and tragedy.« less