New Indie Book Release:
Gwendolyn's Sword - E.A. Haltom
Historical Fiction / Fantasy (354 pages - May 2014)
Gwendolyn's Sword is a novel about a woman in the 12th century in England who discovers that she is the heir to King Arthur's legendary sword, Caliburn
"I just finished reading Gwendolyn's Sword, and it's a must read! I relish well woven historical fiction, and this does not disappoint. Engaging balance of action, storytelling, humor, and glimpses at real life long ago. Well done!" - Reader Review
About the Book
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Gwendolyn de Cardinham, the defiant wife of an absent crusader, protects and defends her estate, Penhallam, with her sword and the garrison of men that she commands. While travelling to deliver a captured mercenary of would-be usurper Prince John to a nearby gaol, her constable takes her on a detour to the local prior, who gravely informs her that King Arthur's mythical sword, Caliburn, is destined to be hers. When Gwendolyn discovers that Prince John has been hunting for Caliburn, she realizes she is in a unique position to end the wayward prince's rebellion.
Determined to protect Penhallam and its tenants at any cost, Gwendolyn travels to London to present herself to the dowager queen, placing herself in the middle of the brothers' duel for the throne.
But Gwendolyn has kept a secret from even her constable that could put all of Penhallam-and herself-at risk if the queen discovers it.
About the Author
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| Author E.A. Haltom |
Her debut novel, Gwendolyn's Sword, explores ancient ideas of heroism through the eyes of defiant underdogs and outcasts that turn the stereotypical "hero" on its head.
She lives with her husband and kids in Texas, where she writes and indulges in reruns of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Doctor Who.
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