The Darkening Glass
The Darkening Glass by Paul Doherty is a large type edition published by Windsor/Paragon in 2010, featuring 301 pages in English. This historical fiction novel is set in March 1312, a tumultuous time in England marked by conflict between King Edward II and his barons over the royal favorite Gaveston, alongside Queen Isabella’s significant pregnancy. The narrative follows Mathilde of Westminster as she navigates the dangers surrounding the royal family, sensing an imminent challenge to the throne amidst the political unrest.
Readers will find a gripping mystery as Mathilde confronts threats from both land and sea, with rebel Robert Bruce lurking near the Scottish border. The story unfolds as the King and Queen seek refuge in a fortified priory in Tynemouth, where tensions escalate following a murder within their camp. This edition presents a compelling exploration of loyalty and danger during a pivotal moment in history, inviting readers to delve into the intricate dynamics of power and intrigue.
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Mathilde of Westminster must once again face a dangerous foe in the third novel in Paul Doherty’s acclaimed series. March 1312 and England is once again divided. Edward II is in conflict with his barons over royal favourite Gaveston and Queen Isabella is momentously pregnant with the first union of Plantagenet and Capetian blood. Meanwhile, rebel Robert Bruce prowls the Scottish border seeking advancement. Mathilde of Westminster senses a challenge for the throne is imminent. When the great Earls step up their campaign, the King and Queen are forced to flee to a fortified priory in Tynemouth, now vulnerable to the Scottish marauders on land and Bruce’s allies at sea. With threats all around, the royal party can only despair when one of their camp is murdered. Will Mathilde be able to find the perpetrator before the King loses control and all power to the throne?
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