HarperCollins UK
River of Stars
Editors' choice
In his acknowledgements, Kay explains that his novel is “shaped by themes, characters, and events associated with China’s Northern Song…
Shadow on the Crown
Editors' choice
In this, the first installment of a contemplated trilogy, debut author Bracewell deftly explores the formative years of Emma of…
Death of Kings
King Alfred is dying, and Uhtred, his ill-rewarded war captain, is faced again with the choice of his life: will…
Captain of Rome
The Roman Republic was just beginning naval warfare during what has come to be known as the First Punic War.…
Khan: Empire of Silver
Blind obedience to the Khan is no longer taken for granted in this fourth novel of the Mongol empire saga.…
The Prow Beast
In the latest volume of the Oathsworn series, young Viking Orm has become leader of his own hall, resting on…
The Fort
The Fort is the story of a battle in the American War of Independence. It took place in the summer…
An Elephant in the Garden
This latest book by previous Children’s Laureate, Michael Morpurgo, is mainly about the infamous bombing of the German city, Dresden,…
The White Raven
Viking lord Orm Bearslayer has spent the last six years seeking fortune, and now he wants to settle down on…
Fallen Skies
Still in her teens in 1920, Lily Valance is embarking on a promising stage career as a singer. She is…
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