Royal City

Set in Santa Fe during the dramatic events of the Pueblo Revolt in 1680, The Royal City is a sweeping historical romance that brings together love, courage, and cultural upheaval. Written by Les Savage Jr., the novel follows Maria de Luna, a spirited young woman of mixed heritage, as she navigates the tensions between Spanish colonial settlers and the rebelling Pueblo peoples. Amid the chaos of rebellion, Maria falls for Mateo, a dashing Spanish officer, igniting a forbidden romance that defies rigid social boundaries. Savage Jr.'s vivid storytelling immerses readers in adobe alleyways, riotous ceremonies, and intimate moments of emotional reckoning. With richly drawn characters, authentic period detail, and a dramatic backdrop of political and spiritual conflict, this elegiac Romantic saga offers both the emotional pull of a love story and the historical weight of a pivotal moment in New Mexico's past. Perfect for fans of historical romance, colonial American history, and stories of cultural intersection, The Royal City stands as a beautiful tribute to courage, passion, and identity amid upheaval.