Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
803
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1991
Publisher
Penguin
Description
This is an absorbing historical novel of power and betrayal, loyalty and political intrigue in thirteenth-century England, Wales and France, centring on King John of England, younger brother to the brilliant Richard Lionheart, Joanna, his illegitimate but recognised daughter and Llewellyn Ab Iowerth, Prince of Gwynedd, a bitter opponent of English ways, laws and encroachment into Wales who becomes Joanna's husband.
Genres
Romance
History
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Absolutely fantastic historical novel. I loved how realistic it felt. I loved how she didn't try to sugarcoat things and leave the unpleasant things out. And yet still made the character sympathetic.
March 28th 2026