First published 2010
King Henry I lies dying, his only legitimate heir a daughter named Maude. In medieval England, a woman's claim to the throne invites chaos. When Henry dies, his nephew Stephen seizes the crown, plunging the realm into civil war. Maude refuses to surrender her birthright and fights back with fierce determination. Nobles choose sides as England tears itself apart. Castles burn, armies clash, and common people suffer while two claimants battle for supremacy. This struggle will reshape the kingdom and determine whether Maude can claim what her father promised her. The fate of a dynasty hangs in the balance as England bleeds.
Genres: medieval
Vibes: atmospheric, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, political-intrigue
Setting: England, Medieval England
Period: Medieval
784 pages · Kindle Edition · Henry Holt and Co.