Rosemary Hawley Jarman's schrijven duikt in historische figuren en hun tijdperken met een diep begrip van de menselijke natuur. Haar werk onthult vaak de complexiteit en motivaties achter bekende individuen, en biedt lezers nieuwe perspectieven. Ze doordrenkt haar historische fictie met rijke details en een boeiende stijl, waardoor lezers naar het verleden worden getrokken. Haar aanpak creëert het gevoel getuige te zijn van gebeurtenissen die de geschiedenis hebben gevormd.
Set against a backdrop of high adventure, this novel weaves a captivating narrative that draws from contemporary records. It combines thrilling elements with a rich historical context, creating a spell-binding tale that engages readers while providing a sense of authenticity and depth. The story promises to immerse readers in an extraordinary journey, blending excitement with factual grounding.
As Edward IV lay on his deathbed, he had no knowledge of the dark conspiracy which was to surround his son, and his brother Richard after his death. He decreed that Richard should act as protector to the young Edward, but his wish was honoured for just a short time - until Edward was named a bastard and the crown placed on Richard's unwilling head. This is the story of the two tumultuous years of his reign - told by the Man of Keen Sight, who befriended and then betrayed him, and by the Nun, who had known him in happier times. Here is the story of the last Plantagenet, who died a king on Bosworth Field ..