Devil's Brood - Softcover

Penman, Sharon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0141038551 ISBN 13: 9780141038551

Publisher: Penguin, 2009

Synopsis

In this gripping tale of passion, politics and conflict, King Henry II finds himself brutally betrayed by his wife Eleanor and three eldest sons when they enter into a rebellion against him. Aligning themselves with Henry's most bitter enemy, King Louis of France, their treacherous actions will have devastating consequences as they bring about the downfall of a brilliant man and a powerful empire.

In Devil's Brood, the compelling story of Henry and Eleanor's once great love affair is explored in an uniquely vivid way. What twists of fate turn love to hatred? What points of principle and ambition cause these two icons to struggle for power, leaving their family tragically divided and their turbulent marriage finished in all but name?

Sharon Penman's glorious trilogy reaches its spellbinding conclusion.

About this title

Product Description:

A tale of passion, politics and conflict. It features King Henry II who finds himself brutally betrayed by his wife Eleanor and three eldest sons when they enter into a rebellion against him.

Review:

"[Sharon Kay] Penman does a remarkable job of depicting passionate, dramatic characters and the perilous times in which they live. For those who like their historical fiction as complex and tightly woven as a medieval tapestry, this book cannot fail to please."--Library Journal, starred review

"Teeming with characters and authentic period detail, the novel is part splendid pageant and part history lecture."--Booklist

"Penman writes about the medieval world and its people with vigor, compassion and clarity."--San Francisco Chronicle

"A story so immediate and real that you'll feel like you've lived it."--Historical Novels Review

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0141038551
• ISBN 13: 9780141038551
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 848