Book description
A story of huge emotional power set against the road to Magna Carta and
the fight to bring a tyrant king to heel. The privileged daughter of one
of the most powerful men in England, Mahelt Marshal's life changes
dramatically when her father is suspected by King John. Her brothers
become hostages and Mahelt is married to Hugh Bigod, heir to the earldom
of Norfolk. Adapting to her new life is hard, but Mahelt comes to love
Hugh deeply; however, defying her father-in-law brings disgrace and
heartbreak. When King John sets out to subdue the Bigods, Mahelt faces a
heartbreaking battle, fearing neither she, nor her marriage, is likely
to survive the outcome . . . Elizabeth Chadwick lives near Nottingham
with her husband, two sons and assorted animals including cats, dog and
guinea pigs. She is the author of 15 historical novels, four of which
have been shortlisted for awards.
