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Book Synopsis: Amazon BESTSELLER Chill with a Book Premier Readers' Award and Finalist, Wishing Shelf Book Awards ‘Historical Fiction at its absolute best.’ Booklymatters ‘By the end...I find myself hoping for a sequel, which shows how much I enjoyed this excellent novel.' Historical Novel Society Review Scotland 1546. Seeking revenge for the burning of a young preacher, a group of lairds take St Andrews Castle by stealth, and murder Cardinal Beaton, the nation's most powerful man.
For a sister and brother – Bethia, living in the town outside the castle, and Will, one of the rebels within – the siege becomes a battle for survival.
As the long siege plays out, Will moves between hunger, fear and boredom; so cold he’s burning furniture and books and so hungry he’s eating rats. His actions mean the family could lose everything, unless Bethia gives up the hope of love – or forces Will home.
But this is not just a struggle between them, it’s about the choices a nation must make as Henry VIII coerces from across the border, determined the infant Mary Queen of Scots will marry his son, and Scotland's auld alliance with France is invoked.
This debut novel closely follows the events of the siege of St Andrews Castle, and its dramatic re-taking.
A clever blend of fact and fiction…gripping action, drama galore, and a dash of romance.' Margaret Skea, Winner of the Beryl Bainbridge Prize
‘I highly recommend this intriguing novel.' Jean M Roberts, The Books Delight
‘Kept me page turning till the wee sma’ hours.' Amazon Customer
‘The darker side of St Andrews Castle’s history, written with such delightful detail I could almost taste and smell the medieval streets of the historic town.' Lynsey Maxwell
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Discover the captivating story of the siege of St Andrews Castle in "The Castilians: A story of the siege of St Andrews Castle (The Seton Chronicles)". This Amazon BESTSELLER has received rave reviews and prestigious awards, cementing its place as historical fiction at its absolute best. With thrilling action, gripping drama, and a hint of romance, this novel is guaranteed to keep you hooked from start to finish.
Step into Scotland in 1546, a time of revenge and rebellion. Join Bethia, a sister living outside the castle, and Will, a rebel within, as they navigate the treacherous siege and fight for their very survival. Experience the chilling winter, the intense hunger, and the constant fear that haunts them every step of the way. Will they be able to withstand these hardships or will they lose everything they hold dear?
But this is not just their story; it is a pivotal moment in Scotland's history. As Henry VIII seeks to manipulate the nation, alliances shift and choices must be made. The clash between England and Scotland intensifies, invoking the auld alliance with France. With the fate of the infant Mary Queen of Scots hanging in the balance, the stakes couldn't be higher.
"The Castilians" masterfully blends fact and fiction, bringing to life the events of the siege of St Andrews Castle with meticulous detail. Immerse yourself in the medieval streets of the historic town, where every page is infused with the sights, sounds, and smells of the era. Experience the tension and excitement as the dramatic re-taking of the castle unfolds before your eyes.
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