Shields of pride
By: Elizabeth Chadwick
Publisher: Sphere; Sphere / Penguin
Published: 2007
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 361
ISBN-13: 9780751540277
Subjects: Families; Fiction; History
Description: A brilliant mediaeval novel set in England under the reign of Henry II. The year is 1173. King Henry's efforts to crush his rebellious sons ignite bloody border skirmishes throughout the land. Yet it is a time of triumph for mercenary Josceline de Gael, bastard son of the king's most trusted ally. Victorious on the battlefield, de Gael suffers sweet defeat when his heart is conquered by the lovely Linnet de Montsorrel. But their love will find its greatest challenge as the torments of jealousy, suspicion, pride - and an enemy from beyond the grave - threaten all they hold dear.