Within the Hollow Crown: A Valiant King's Struggle to Save His Country, His Dynasty, and His Love
This is a fascinating work of biographical fiction that will remind readers of the Shakespeare tragedy as a great ruler falls apart after his heart dies along with his beloved Anne. (Harriet KlausnerAmazon.com #1 Reviewer2010-03-15)Intelligently written, sympathetic account of Richard II and his reign. (Carla NaylandCarla Nayland Historical Fiction2010-04-15)Barnes focuses on the human side of Richard which really made this story magnificent. (Marie BurtonThe Burton Review2010-04-15)A highly emotional story... that will make you feel sorry for this young man born of privilege for he is not exempt from the cruelties of life as most of us would think. (Terra StuderYankee Romance Reviewers2010-04-15)Margaret Campbell Barnes truly deserves the accolades given her. Read this work, and you will see why. (Barbara LigensBookLoons.com2010-04-15)Filled with all sorts of court intrigue, treason, murder,lots of secondary characters and even romance.  (KathleenCelticLady's Reviews2010-04-15)The author did a splendid job of helping the reader actually feel what it would be like to be Richard II. (Svea LoveConfessions of a Muse in the Fog2010-04-15)The author really brings to life this enigmatic figure of history and explores a different angle to this infamous king than the one portrayed in Shakespeare's Richard II. (Alaine BucknallQueen of Happy Endings2010-04-15)Barnes masterfully takes command and tells an exquisitely written tale of the last reigning Plantagenet King. (Jennifer HigginsRundpinne2010-04-15)A very enjoyable book about a very tragic King. (Patty WoodlandThe Broken Teepee2010-04-15)a spirited quick read... the authors use of a richly worded text enhances the reading experience. (ReneeRenee's Reads2010-04-21)Amazing twists and plots, murder, love, and intrigue. (MonicaThe Bibliophilic Book Blog2010-04-22)A fascinating work of biographical fiction... brings to life the late fourteenth century England. (Harriet KlausnerGenre Go Round2010-04-22)Campbell Barnes is a wonderful writer. (She Read a Book2010-04-26)Definitely a great read for those who love historical fiction. (NicoleA Blog of Books2010-04-27)Margaret Campbell Barnes is an amazing historical fiction writer. Her characterization is impeccable. (JenniferMrs. Q Book Reviews2010-04-28)