With the first few paragraphs of Sea of Shadows by Amy Maroney the reader steps into the reality of fifteenth century Rhodes – the heat and shadows, the swirl of myriad scents and colours, the bustle of the city and the port, the people drawn from countless nations, all under the control of the of … Continue reading Book Review – Sea of Shadows by Amy Maroney
Historical fiction
Muskets and Masquerades by Lindsey S Fera
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Lindsey S. Fera’s newly released novel, Muskets and Masquerades, as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. Muskets and Masquerades is set against the backdrop of America's war with Britain. Annalisa awoke. The giant sea thundered upon the deck of their … Continue reading Muskets and Masquerades by Lindsey S Fera
A Matter of Faith: Henry VIII, the Days of the Phoenix by Judith Arnopp
Today I’m delighted to be introducing Judith Arnopp’s newly released novel A Matter of Faith: Henry VIII, the Days of the Phoenix as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. A Matter of Faith is the second book of Judith’s series, The Henrician Chronicle. Finally free of Catherine of Aragon, … Continue reading A Matter of Faith: Henry VIII, the Days of the Phoenix by Judith Arnopp
Cold Blows the Wind – Streets and Lanes of Hobart Town
Hobart Town 1879 At the Australian census of 1881, Tasmania was recorded as having a population of 115,705. Of these, 21,118 people lived in Hobart. Hobart was by this time an established city, the capital of the island state, with elegant sandstone buildings and the same well functioning institutions found in Britain: Parliament, Courts and … Continue reading Cold Blows the Wind – Streets and Lanes of Hobart Town
The Kingmaking by Helen Hollick
Today I’m delighted to be taking part in the blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the publication of Helen Hollick’s Arthurian novel, The Kingmaking, as well as Helen’s 70th birthday. The Kingmaking is the first book in The Pendragon’s Banner trilogy. Congratulations and best wishes, … Continue reading The Kingmaking by Helen Hollick
Close Your Eyes: A Fairy Tale by Chris Tomasini
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Chris Tomasini’s novel set in early fifteenth century Europe, Close Your Eyes, as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. Bishop TonnelliFebruary 1431 letter to Odo Colonna (Pope Martin V) Colonna:In Gora, when people gossip about the city’s luminaries, they discuss … Continue reading Close Your Eyes: A Fairy Tale by Chris Tomasini
Betsey by Marcia Clayton
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Marcia Clayton’s novel Betsey as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. Betsey is the prequel to the much-loved Hartford Manor Series. Back at the gypsy camp, Betsey was happily tucking into a hearty bowl of rabbit stew. It was too … Continue reading Betsey by Marcia Clayton
The Scots of Dalriada by Rowena Kinread
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Rowena Kinread’s newly released novel, The Scots of Dalriada, as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. The Scots of Dalriada is set in fifth century Scotland and Ireland. Beth ties her cloak securely round her neck, picks up a basket … Continue reading The Scots of Dalriada by Rowena Kinread
The Last Great Saxon Earls series by Mercedes Rochelle
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Mercedes Rochelle’s novel Godwine Kingmaker as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. Godwine Kingmaker is the first book in The Last Great Saxon Earls series. Canute deals with Eadric Streona It was nearing dark, and the servants were lighting the … Continue reading The Last Great Saxon Earls series by Mercedes Rochelle
Run with the Hare, Hunt with the Hound by Paul M. Duffy
Today I’m delighted to be sharing an excerpt from Paul M Duffy’s novel set in 12th century Ireland, Run with the Hare, Hunt with the Hound, as part of a blog tour hosted by The Coffee Pot Book Club. Milesius ‘I am a refugee, a sinner, a simple country person, near sixteen when I was … Continue reading Run with the Hare, Hunt with the Hound by Paul M. Duffy
Catherine Meyrick 