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In 1459 open war breaks out as York and Lancaster fight for the crown of England but, as the Wars of the Roses begin, the rule of law breaks down.
In the heart of Yorkshire, an old local score is being settled. For young knight, Ned Elder, a feud has begun and he barely escapes with his life. Father executed, brother butchered and sisters abducted, he is pursued across the land with only a handful of loyal companions. As he searches for his sisters, he is caught up in the civil war.
A brutal battle rages across the snow-covered field of Towton, and Ned, his sisters and the girl he loves must fight for survival until the bitter feud is played out to its bloody conclusion.
"Epic, action-packed and bloody. Derek Birks throws us headlong into the maelstrom of the Wars of the Roses. The author doesn’t pull any punches in this twisty tale of feuding families in a land riven by war."
Matthew Harffy
“First-class historical fiction, and beautifully written. A gripping Wars of the Roses yarn with totally authentic and believable characters. Highly recommended for fans of the period!”
Angus Donald
"It is impossible not to feel invested in the characters - they are flawed and damaged, but trying their best to survive and you find yourself willing them on."
The Review
Genre: Historical
In the heart of Yorkshire, an old local score is being settled. For young knight, Ned Elder, a feud has begun and he barely escapes with his life. Father executed, brother butchered and sisters abducted, he is pursued across the land with only a handful of loyal companions. As he searches for his sisters, he is caught up in the civil war.
A brutal battle rages across the snow-covered field of Towton, and Ned, his sisters and the girl he loves must fight for survival until the bitter feud is played out to its bloody conclusion.
"Epic, action-packed and bloody. Derek Birks throws us headlong into the maelstrom of the Wars of the Roses. The author doesn’t pull any punches in this twisty tale of feuding families in a land riven by war."
Matthew Harffy
“First-class historical fiction, and beautifully written. A gripping Wars of the Roses yarn with totally authentic and believable characters. Highly recommended for fans of the period!”
Angus Donald
"It is impossible not to feel invested in the characters - they are flawed and damaged, but trying their best to survive and you find yourself willing them on."
The Review
Genre: Historical
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