![]() ![]() King Henry V - the great Lion of England - is longdead. Iggulden's meticulous research brings history to life, especially with Margaret, showing how a mere child can be transformed into a determined royal. BRANDNEW, Wars of the Roses: Stormbird, Conn Iggulden, Historicalfiction master Conn Iggulden retells the gripping story of theEnglish Civil War in this first instalment of his latest Wars of theRoses series. Henry's throne and the country is thrown into peril with threats from all directions. Conn Iggulden is one of the most successful authors of historical fiction writing today. As she settles into her new role, a rebellion is led by the outraged English against France's King Charles, dissolving peace between the countries. The King's intended, 14-year-old Margaret of Anjou turns out to be a strong woman. ![]() ![]() The author is skilled at scenes from both the male and the female perspective and makes both equally enjoyable to read. Derihew "Derry" Brewer a close advisor, devises a plan to marry the King to a young, elite French woman to bring about a peace treaty, despite losing land in the process and angering the English, who had fought for it years before. Wars of the Roses: Stormbird This is a great historical novel, leaving the reader feeling immersed in the scenes and the time. King Henry VI is nicknamed "The Lamb" because he is known more for his prayers than fortitude, and his advisors fret the French might realize Henry doesn't have the backbone that his father had and could launch an attack. Iggulden's (The Emperor Series) latest exploration of the past hearkens back to 1443 during a transitional time for England. ![]()
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