{"product_id":"the-kings-jewel-from-the-bestselling-author-comes-a-new-historical-fiction-novel-of-strength-and-survival-9780751577631","title":"The King's Jewel: From the Bestselling Author Comes a New Historical Fiction Novel of Strength and Survival","description":"\u003cb\u003e*\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow with an exclusive extract of Elizabeth Chadwick's next novel, \u003ci\u003eThe Royal Rebel \u003c\/i\u003e- only in the paperback!\u003ci\u003e*\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWales, 1093.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The warm, comfortable family life of young Nesta, daughter of Prince Rhys of Deheubarth, is destroyed when her father is killed and she is taken hostage. Her honour is further tarnished when she is taken as an unwilling concubine by King William's ruthless younger brother Henry, who later ascends the throne under suspicious circumstances. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e But it is Nesta's marriage that will really change the course of her life. Gerald FitzWalter, an ambitious young knight, is rewarded for his unwavering loyalty to his new King with Nesta's hand. He is delighted, having always admired her from afar, but Nesta's only comfort is her return to her beloved Wales. There, she cannot help but be tempted by the handsome, charismatic and dangerous son of the Welsh prince, Owain. When he offers her the chance to join him in his plan to overthrow Norman rule she must choose between duty and desire . . . \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the award-winning and bestselling author comes the heartbreaking tale of a woman trying to survive in a man's world - a world where the men who would protect her are dead and banished.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal readers love \u003ci\u003eThe King's Jewel\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e '\u003cb\u003eElizabeth Chadwick has done it again!\u003c\/b\u003e What an amazing story. Her writing makes you feel like you are standing right next to Nesta and Gerald as they live their lives...\u003cb\u003eVery strongly recommended!\u003c\/b\u003e' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 'A \u003cb\u003erefreshing, fascinating read\u003c\/b\u003e...The story grabbed me from the first few pages and it only got better!' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 'A veritable gem of a book; \u003cb\u003erich in history, drama, romance, action and the good kind of heartbreak, Elizabeth Chadwick outdoes herself\u003c\/b\u003e in this Welsh period piece...\u003cb\u003eStunning\u003c\/b\u003e.' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 'Elizabeth Chadwick is \u003cb\u003ean amazing writer [who draws] you right into the history \u003c\/b\u003eand the story from the beginning...\u003cb\u003eA great read\u003c\/b\u003e.' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e '\u003cb\u003eWell researched, beautifully written and a fascinating story\u003c\/b\u003e of two people in challenging times...I am a huge Elizabeth Chadwick fan and this book doesn't disappoint...\u003cb\u003eA must read!\u003c\/b\u003e' GoodReads \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 'Elizabeth Chadwick is \u003cb\u003ea master of historical fiction\u003c\/b\u003e. I loved how she brought the story of Nesta, a Welsh princess, to life...\u003cb\u003eI highly recommend this book to anyone who loves historical fiction\u003c\/b\u003e, especially if they want to find out about fascinating women in history.' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e '\u003cb\u003eWhat a jewel of a read\u003c\/b\u003e...Wonderful. \u003cb\u003eCouldn't put it down\u003c\/b\u003e!' GoodReads reviewer \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e 'Elizabeth Chadwick has a way of \u003cb\u003emaking you feel like you've magically time travelled back to medieval days\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003ci\u003eThe King's Jewel\u003c\/i\u003e is no exception. Fully fleshed out characters, a storyline that is based on historical events, and a writing style that\u003cb\u003e keeps you [gripped] until the very last page\u003c\/b\u003e' GoodReads reviewer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Elizabeth Chadwick lives in a cottage in the Vale of Belvoir in Nottinghamshire with her husband and their three dogs. Her first novel, \u003ci\u003eThe Wild Hunt, \u003c\/i\u003ewon a Betty Trask Award, \u003ci\u003eTo Defy a King \u003c\/i\u003ewon the Romantic Novelist Association's Historical Novel Prize and \u003ci\u003eThe Scarlet Lion\u003c\/i\u003e was nominated by Richard Lee - founder of the Historical Novel Society - as one of the top ten historical novels of the last decade. She often lectures at conferences and historical venues, has been consulted for television documentaries and is a member of the Royal Historical Society. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Keep in touch with Elizabeth via her website, her blogs or on social media. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e www.elizabethchadwick.com \u003cbr\u003e twitter: @chadwickauthor \u003cbr\u003e facebook: ElizabethChadwick\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Mobius","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50899405046034,"sku":"9780751577631","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_9883f7c6-b09c-4ced-bd54-90d48fec48d2.jpg?v=1738354035","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-kings-jewel-from-the-bestselling-author-comes-a-new-historical-fiction-novel-of-strength-and-survival-9780751577631","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}