In a change of focus to most books of the time, Elizabeth foregoes telling de Montfort’s story to concentrate on the remarkable relationship of William de Valence and his wife, Joanna de Munchesny, granddaughter of the great William Marshal. Beautifully written, it is a wonderful reading experience.Īs I have come to expect with Elizabeth Chadwick, A Marriage of Lions transports you back through the centuries, so expertly that you can almost imagine yourself in the midst of Henry III’s court and the battle of wills between Henry and Simon de Montfort. An enjoyable and entertaining read, it will take you through the full range of emotions it will have you in tears in one moment and shouting at the characters in the book the next. In mortal danger, William is forced to run for his life, and Joanna is left with only her wit and courage to outfox their enemies and prevent them from destroying her husband, her family, and their fortunes.Ī Marriage of Lions is another fabulous, character-driven historical novel from Elizabeth Chadwick. Now a wealthy heiress, Joanna’s arranged marriage to the King’s charming, tournament-loving half-brother William de Valence immediately stokes the flames of political unrest as more established courtiers object to the privileges bestowed on newcomers.Īs Joanna and William strive to build a life together, England descends into a bitter civil war.
Urn:oclc:751688129 Republisher_date 20120705084958 Republisher_operator Scandate 20120705015115 Scanner at the court of King Henry III as a chamber lady to the queen, young Joanna of Swanscombe’s life changes forever when she comes into an inheritance far above all expectations, including her own. Access-restricted-item true Addeddate 22:52:46 Boxid IA179501 Camera Canon EOS 5D Mark II City Naperville, Ill.
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