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Samantha Burnell There will be seven in total, the third a Queen's Mercenary is due out in March 2018 and then the fourth in November 2018, with the final two being re…moreThere will be seven in total, the third a Queen's Mercenary is due out in March 2018 and then the fourth in November 2018, with the final two being released in 2019.(less)
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A Traitors Death; The Fitzwarren Trials

The second book is well underway, and takes another colourful trip through Tudor England under the turbulent reign of Mary Tudor. Researching the next installment has been a true delight. So much is written about "bloody Mary" and she is an English Monarch who will probably forever remain in the shadow cast by her glorious sister Elizabeth. The Marian era is not one we ever hear of really especial Read more of this blog post »
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Another solid and enjoyable instalment in the series. Well researched and well written, as you'd expect from this author. Looking forward to the next in series to find out where the trail leads to next.
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Definitely worth the wait. An excellent and well written sequel to Joan. Fast paced, with some unexpected twists to keep you entertained - a highly enjoyable summer read. Looking forward to the next instalment!
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“You wish to teach me a lesson?” Richard laughed. “What in? Humility, yet that is not for me. Perhaps honour? No, that was beaten from me long since. Surely you could not think morality? Too late, the corrupt cannot become pure. Or maybe faith, possibly faith, for I confess I have none. Could it be charity, could it? No, I have had enough of charity’s acid kisses. Then it must be hope, oh no…” He faltered and laughed harshly. “Hope then, that inspires the spirit, holding the promise of trust, belief, confidence…” An arm outstretched caught the fireplace. He sagged against it, and from there he dropped to his knees. “Am I such a despairing, desperate, lamenting fool? Ruined and undone? For hope is most surely dead.”
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