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ebook / ISBN-13: 9780748113040

Price: £9.99

ON SALE: 6th August 2009

Genre: Fiction & Related Items / Adventure / Historical Adventure

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An author who makes history come gloriously alive’ The Times
‘Stunning’ Barbara Erskine

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Normandy, 1167

A penniless young knight with few prospects, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he saves the life of Henry II’s formidable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. In gratitude, she appoints him tutor to the heir to the throne.

However, being a royal favourite brings its share of conflict and envy as well as fame and reward. William’s influence over the volatile, fickle Prince Henry and his young wife is resented by less favoured courtiers who set about engineering his downfall.

In a captivating blend of fact and fiction, Elizabeth Chadwick resurrects one of England’s greatest forgotten heroes, restoring him to his rightful place at the apex of the Middle Ages.

Praise for Elizabeth Chadwick

‘Enjoyable and sensuous’ Daily Mail

‘Stunning grasp of historical details… Her characters are beguiling and the story is intriguing and very enjoyable’ Barbara Erskine

‘Meticulous research and strong storytelling’ Woman & Home

‘A sumptuous ride’ Daily Telegraph

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Chadwick's novel immerses readers in Marshal's life and times, which should prove intriguing to any fan of historical fiction. The royals, and especially Eleanor, are particularly fascinating characters whom Chadwick employs to great effect
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