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Print Length: 313 pages
Publisher: Sergeant Press (January 5, 2019)
Publication Date: January 5, 2019

Sold by: Amazon.com Services LLC

Language: English
ASIN: B07L9L85GK

A King Under Siege

by Mercedes Rochelle

Publication Date: January 5, 2019

Sergeant Press

eBook & Paperback; 310 Pages

Series: The Plantagenet Legacy, Book One

Genre: Historical Fiction/Biographical

Richard II found himself under siege not once, but twice in his minority. Crowned king at age ten, he was only fourteen when the Peasants' Revolt terrorized London. But he proved himself every bit the Plantagenet successor, facing Wat Tyler and the rebels when all seemed lost. Alas, his triumph was short-lived, and for the next ten years he struggled to assert himself against his uncles and increasingly hostile nobles. Just like in the days of his great-grandfather Edward II, vengeful magnates strove to separate him from his friends and advisors, and even threatened to depose him if he refused to do their bidding. The Lords Appellant, as they came to be known, purged the royal household with the help of the Merciless Parliament. They murdered his closest allies, leaving the King alone and defenseless. He would never forget his humiliation at the hands of his subjects. Richard's inability to protect his adherents would haunt him for the rest of his life, and he vowed that next time, retribution would be his.

"This story is rich in historical detail. It has so obviously been meticulously researched. I cannot but commend Rochelle for this exceptional work of scholarship. A King Under Siege: Book One of The Plantagenet Legacy is one of those books that once started is impossible to put down. This book is filled with non-stop action. There are enough plots and conspiracies to satisfy any lover of historical fiction. This is storytelling at its very best." Mary Anne Yarde from Myths, Legends, Books & Coffee Pots Blog

THOUGHTS/REVIEW:

Mercedes Rochelle gave history buffs and historical fiction lovers an amazing gift in this book!! Rochelle's writing was clear, well researched, and fun to follow. I was not that familiar with Richard II except that he was crowned King at a very young age, and had quite a reign full of revolts and hostility with his own family. To be faced with such adversity as the peasants' revolt at 14 years' old is quite a feat just following the Black Death and plague with a rebellion against the landowners. I enjoyed learning about the details of the negotiations and possibilities of what happened during the time. Medieval history is quite fascinating that is full of amazing characters each deserving a story of their own. Overall, I really enjoyed this page turner of a read full of intrigue and drama. I look forward to Book two to follow along Richard as he comes of age and potential retribution. I highly recommend this fascinating read.

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About the Author

Born and raised in St. Louis MO, Mercedes Rochelle graduated with a degree in English literature from the University of Missouri. Mercedes learned about living history as a re-enactor and has been enamored with historical fiction ever since. A move to New York to do research and two careers ensued, but writing fiction remains her primary vocation. She lives in Sergeantsville, NJ with her husband in a log home they had built themselves.

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