Friday, 1 August 2025

Marguerite: Hell Hath No Fury! by Judith Arnopp


Marguerite:
Hell Hath No Fury!
By Judith Arnopp


Publication Date: June 21st, 2025
Publisher: Judith Arnopp
Pages: 342
Genre: Historical Fiction / Biographical Fiction

Marguerite: Queen of England

From the moment Henry VI's new queen, Marguerite of Anjou, sets foot on English soil she is despised by the English as a foreigner, and blamed for the failures of the hundred years war in France.

 Her enemies impede her role as the king’s consort and when Henry sinks into apparent madness, her bid to become regent is rejected. Marguerite must fight, not only for her own position but to maintain Henry’s possession of the crown. 

The ambitious Duke, Richard of York, seizes control of the country, thrusting Marguerite aside and inflating the mutual hatred between the houses of York and Lancaster. But the queen refuses to relinquish power and fights determinedly for the rights of her son, Edward of Lancaster.

The long and bitter civil conflict, that has come to be known as the War of the Roses, commences.

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Judith Arnopp

Judith Arnopp at Pembroke Castle

A lifelong history enthusiast and avid reader, Judith holds a BA in English / Creative Writing and a Masters in Medieval Studies. She lives on the coast of West Wales where she writes both fiction and non-fiction. She is best known for her novels set in the Medieval and Tudor period, focussing on the perspective of historical women but recently she has written a trilogy from the perspective of Henry VIII himself.
 
Judith is also a founder member of a re-enactment group called The Fyne Companye of Cambria which is when and why she began to experiment with sewing historical garments. She now makes clothes and accessories both for the group and others. She is not a professionally trained sewer but through trial, error and determination has learned how to make authentic looking, if not strictly historically accurate clothing. A non-fiction book about Tudor clothing, How to Dress like a Tudor, was published in 2023 by Pen and Sword.
 
She runs a small seaside holiday let in Aberporth and when she has time for fun, likes to garden and restore antique doll’s houses. You can find her on most social media platforms.
 
Her novels include:
A Song of Sixpence: the story of Elizabeth of York
The Beaufort Chronicle: the life of Lady Margaret Beaufort (three book series)
The Henrician Chronicle: comprising of:
A Matter of Conscience: Henry VIII, the Aragon Years (Book One of The Henrician Chronicle)
A Matter of Faith: Henry VIII, the Days of the Phoenix (Book Two of The Henrician Chronicle)
A Matter of Time: Henry VIII, the Dying of the Light (Book Three of The Henrician Chronicle)
The Kiss of the Concubine: a story of Anne Boleyn
The Winchester Goose: at the court of Henry VIII
Intractable Heart: the story of Katheryn Parr
Sisters of Arden: on the Pilgrimage of Grace
The Heretic Wind: the life of Mary Tudor, Queen of England
Peaceweaver
The Forest Dwellers
The Song of Heledd
The Book of Thornhold
A Daughter of Warwick: the story of Anne Neville, Queen of Richard III
            Marguerite: Hell Hath no Fury!

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The Deadly Legacy of Rothenburg Castle by Michael Stolle

 


The Deadly Legacy of Rothenburg Castle
By Michael Stolle


Publication Date: 24th March 2025
Publisher: ‎Independently Published
Page Length: 349
Genre: Historical Fiction

A Murdered Heir. A Ruthless Rivalry. 

A Twisted Crime in 17th-Century Germany.

The death of Otto von Rothenburg should have been a tragic accident. But when his frozen body is pulled from the ice, bearing unmistakable signs of foul play, whispers of treachery ripple through the halls of Rothenburg Castle.

With no direct heir, Count Gustav must name a successor—but power is never freely given. Two young nobles, Jakob von Enkirch and Benno von Thalheim, arrive at the castle, both eager to stake their claim. One will rise, the other will fall... unless they outwit each other first.

But Rothenburg Castle holds more than power struggles and noble ambition. As secrets unravel and unexpected alliances form, a hidden enemy lurks in the shadows, determined to silence the truth—preferably with a well-placed dagger.

And in the middle of it all, Clara von Rothenburg, the count’s strong-willed daughter, has no interest in politics—until she finds herself caught in a game of wits and charm with Benjamin von Enkirch, the dangerously clever younger brother of a would-be heir.

A Historical Crime Novel Filled with Mystery, Rivalry, and a Touch of Mischief.

✔ A captivating historical crime story with noble rivalries and sharp wit
✔ A twisting battle for power, filled with secrets and unexpected alliances
✔ A web of politics, deception, and a hint of romance—all with a touch of humor.

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Michael Stolle


Michael Stolle, award-winning and best-selling author, was born and educated in Europe. His enduring passion for history has deeply enriched his understanding of the human experience. Through his exploration, he has arrived at a powerful insight: the core essence of humanity is timeless, remaining as relevant today as it was in the 17th century.

Stolle started his writing journey in 2012, and since then, he has enthralled readers worldwide, selling over 100,000 copies of his books. His compelling narratives offer an immersive experience that breathes life into the richness of history, inviting readers to engage with the past in an intimate and vivid way.