The Historical Novel Society Editor's Choice
'Picking up an Elizabeth Chadwick novel you know you are in for a sumptuous ride'
Daily Telegraph
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England 1238
Raised at the court of King Henry III as a chamber lady to the queen
young Joanna of Swanscombe's life changes forever when she comes into an inheritance far above all expectations
including her own.
Now a wealthy heiress
Joanna's arranged marriage to the King's charming
tournament-loving half-brother William de Valence immediately stokes the flames of political unrest as more established courtiers object to the privileges bestowed on newcomers.
As Joanna and William strive to build a life together
England descends into a bitter civil war. In mortal danger
William is forced to run for his life
and Joanna is left with only her wit and courage to outfox their enemies and prevent them from destroying her husband
her family
and their fortunes.
'Elizabeth Chadwick has taken the few facts known about Joanna's life and turned them into a rich detailed portrait of a woman attempting to survive brutal court politics.' The Times
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Praise for Elizabeth Chadwick
'An author who makes history come gloriously alive'
The Times
'Stunning . . . Her characters are beguiling
and the story is intriguing'
Barbara Erskine
'I rank Elizabeth Chadwick with such historical novelist stars as Dorothy Dunnett and Anya Seton'
Sharon Kay Penman
'Enjoyable and sensuous'
Daily Mail
'Meticulous research and strong storytelling'
Woman & Home
'A riveting read . . . A glorious adventure not to be missed!'
Candis
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