The Rippon Spurrier
by C. J. Richardson
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Pub Date Jul 30 2021 | Archive Date Nov 05 2021
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Description
He thought marching in the Holy War would be a dream come true.
He never expected it to endanger everyone he loved.
Autumn, 1569
Gifted spurrier Robert Grey jumped at the chance to march in a rebellion against the heretic Queen Elizabeth. A committed Catholic, he is ready to lay his life down for his faith.
But now, his beloved wife Catherine and their precious unborn baby are threatened.
As the danger around him grows closer, Robert's lifelong friend turns against him, and the mystery of his father's death haunts his sleepless nights. Robert is determined to uncover the secrets of his past. But one man will stop at nothing to ensure those secrets remain buried.
Distrusted and hunted from all sides, Robert and Catherine must fight with all they have to save their family, friendships, and honor.
But first - they have to stay alive.
If you loved Philippa Gregory's The Lady of the Rivers and Alison Weir's Six Tudor Queens series, you will love this meticulously researched and cleverly written historical novel by C. J. Richardson.
Advance Praise
"Ultimately, CJ Richardson takes what could be dry historical facts and transforms the narrative into one that lives and breathes – The Rippon Spurrier is a superior example of the historical fiction genre." –Reedsy Discovery
"Richardson tells an exciting and stirring tale with warmth and passion in a compelling and captivating account of the times. The Rippon Spurrier is unreservedly recommended!" –Elizabethan Historical Fiction Reviews from BookViral
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A fast-paced historical novel steeped in well-researched detail... a must for enthusiastic followers of this genre. An easy and tremendously informative read." –Amazon UK
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fascinating period in history, cleverly told..." –Amazon UK
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A wonderful insight into life and death in the Tudor period." –Amazon UK
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781739923808 |
| PRICE | $14.99 (USD) |
Links
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Featured Reviews
Jill T, Reviewer
The Rippon Spurrier, by C J Richardson, is an interesting bit of historical fiction about the people behind trying to put Mary Queen of Scots on the English Throne. The story focuses on Robert Gray, his wife, Catherine and their involvement in the rebellion. You can't help but root for them as you read about their travels from camp to camp and the different nobility and details involved. Unfortunately, there's plenty of bad guys involved, too.
Robert, a renowned spurrier, had always been a proud son. to the late Alfred Gray. His father had been part of the rebellion against King Henry's rejection of the Catholic Church. Being a Catholic meant that he had to hide his faith while being true to the Holy Father.
Now Robert's been given the opportunity to march with his master in a rebellion against Queen Elizabeth, the heretic Queen. Getting his chance to defend his faith is the opportunity he's dreamt of until now. What he doesn't realize is that his dream threatens his family's life and could very well destroy England..
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