Wars of the Roses: Stormbird

Wars of the Roses: Stormbird

<b><i>The first book in #1 </i>New York Times<i> bestselling author Conn Iggulden€s brilliant new historical series about two families that plunged England into a devastating, decades-long civil war.</i></b><br><br>In 1437, the Lancaster king Henry VI ascends the throne of England after years of semi-peaceful regency. Named €œThe Lamb,€ Henry is famed more for his gentle and pious nature than his father€s famous battlefield exploits; already, his dependence on his closest men has stirred whispers of weakness at court.<br>           <br>A secret truce negotiated with France to trade British territories for a royal bride€"Margaret of Anjou€"sparks revolts across English territory. The rival royal line, the House of York, sees the chaos brought on by Henry€s weakness and with it the opportunity to oust an ineffectual king.<br> <br>As storm clouds gather over England, King Henry and his supporters find themselves besieged abroad and at home. Who or what can save the kingdom before it is too late?<br> <br><b>€œIt€s been said that <i>Game of Thrones </i>is the Wars of the Roses written as fantasy: this is the real thing, more glorious [and] more passionate.€€"M. C. Scott, author of <i>Rome: The Emperor€s Spy</i></b><br><br><b>€œCapturing the€¦violence and romance of medieval life, Iggulden makes real those grand characters who live in the collective memory.€€"<i>Kirkus Reviews</i></b><br> <br><b>€œGreat pacing, fascinating people, and vibrant descriptions make this a must read!€€"<i>Historical Novel Review</i></b>