Ravenspur

Rise of the Tudors

by Conn Iggulden

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Pub Date Dec 05 2017 | Archive Date Nov 30 2017

Pegasus Books

Historical Fiction

Description

England, 1470. A divided kingdom cannot stand. King Edward of York has been driven out of England. Queen Elizabeth and her children tremble in sanctuary at Westminster Abbey. The House of Lancaster has won the crown, but York will not go quietly. Desperate to reclaim his throne, Edward lands at Ravenspur with a half-drowned army and his brother Richard at his side. Every hand is against them, every city gate is shut, yet the brothers York go on the attack. But neither sees that their true enemy is Henry Tudor, now grown into a man. As the Red Dragon—“the man of destiny”— his claim to the throne leads to Bosworth Field and a battle that will bring an end to the Wars of the Roses . . .

Advance Praise

Praise for the Wars of the Roses series:

“It’s been said that Game of Thrones is the Wars of the Roses written as fantasy: this is the real thing, more glorious [and] more passionate.” —M. C. Scott, author of Rome: The Emperor’s Spy

“Capturing the violence and romance of medieval life, Iggulden makes real those grand characters who live in the collective memory.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Royal watchers, history buffs, and those who love their war tales will be marching alongside the author as he illuminates the ups and downs of royal control in that uncertain era.” —Library Journal

“With a cast of characters ripped straight from the pages of history, this retelling of a legendary dynastic struggle will appeal to the legions of historical fiction fans.” —Booklist

Praise for the Wars of the Roses series:

“It’s been said that Game of Thrones is the Wars of the Roses written as fantasy: this is the real thing, more glorious [and] more passionate.” —M. C. Scott...