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Book SynopsisSPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE COLLECTOR''S EDITION to mark the 800th anniversary of William Marshal''s death.
A ''Director''s Cut'' of Elizabeth Chadwick''s bestselling and best-loved novel.
''An author who makes history come gloriously alive'' The Times
''Stunning'' Barbara Erskine
***Elizabeth''s new novel TEMPLAR SILKS is OUT NOW in hardback, ebook and audio, and available to pre-order in paperback.***
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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 fav
Trade Review
Elizabeth Chadwick is a disciplined and hugely talented storyteller...highly recommended. - HISTORICAL NOVEL REVIEW
Elizabeth Chadwick knows exactly how to write convincing and compelling historical fiction - Marina Oliver
The author blends authentic period detail with a modern convnention for emotional drama. - MAIL ON SUNDAY
An author who makes history come gloriously alive. - THE TIMES
