Cornwell, Bernard

A Crowning Mercy

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ISBN 13:
9780008298456
author:
Cornwell, Bernard
format:
Paperback
publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2018
Pages:
496
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 3.1 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.66

Description

A Crowning Mercy by Bernard Cornwell and Susan Kells is set in 17th-century England, where a young woman's life is turned upside down when her brother forces her into an unwanted marriage. In desperation, she flees with a mysterious gift from her unknown father - a gold pendant bearing the engraving of an axe and the words "St Matthew". This pendant is one of four intricately wrought seals, each holding a secret that can be combined to bring great wealth and power. As she navigates this treacherous world, our heroine must confront the dark forces seeking to claim this power for themselves. With her life hanging in the balance, she must decide how far she will go to protect herself and those she loves. A gripping tale of love, loyalty, and survival, A Crowning Mercy is a story of one woman's fight for freedom in a world where the stakes are high and the consequences are deadly. With its rich historical setting and pulse-pounding plot, this novel is a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and adventure.

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