15th Century
Changeling: Order of Darkness, Book 1
First in a series for young adults, Changeling follows Luca, an Italian orphan adopted by the Church, and his investigations…
The Kingmaker’s Daughter
Editors' choice
Philippa Gregory is one of historical fiction’s superstars, and The Kingmaker’s Daughter shows why. There’s not a moment – not…
The Murderer’s Tale
There is a new prioress at St. Frideswide’s nunnery, and Dame Frevisse finds it difficult to get on with her.…
Grave Mercy
When seventeen-year-old Ismae flees a brutal marriage, she is taken in by the nuns at the abbey of St. Mortain.…
Arrows Over Agincourt
The battle of Agincourt is one of the most famous battles in history; the defeat of approximately 50,000 French soldiers…
Hues of Blackness: A Jamacian Saga
This historical fictionalised novel immediately grabs attention from the outset with its quality glossy cover and professional presentation, and this…
Thwarted Queen
Thwarted Queen is the story of Cecylee Neville, Duchess of York, and mother of two kings, Edward IV and Richard…
The Highlander’s Prize
Clarissa of York, illegitimate daughter of Edward IV, is sent to Scotland as a gift for King James. But it…
The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc is an iconic figure in French history—an uneducated peasant woman who helped her countrymen rise up against…
The Queen’s Vow: A Novel of Isabella of Castile
Bestselling author C.W. Gortner’s latest novel examines the life of Isabella of Castile, one of the most famous women in…
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