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A Place Beyond Courage

By Elizabeth Chadwick
Series: William Marshal
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Set in the early twelfth century, A Place Beyond Courage follows John FitzGilbert Marshal, a royal servant who rises through the turbulent power struggles following King Henry's death. His ambition brings both wealth and grave consequences, affecting his wife Aline, who struggles with the harsh realities of their precarious life, his sister-in-law Sybilla, who becomes a pawn in political maneuvers, and young William, held hostage as a guarantee of John's honour. This tale explores the harsh costs of loyalty and the sacrifices demanded by power and family in medieval England.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for fans of meticulously researched medieval historical fiction, readers who enjoy complex characters caught in turbulent political landscapes, and those who appreciate richly woven narratives that bring history vividly to life.

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The story of William Marshal's father is captured in this first novel in a spellbinding standalone trilogy, by award-winning novelist Elizabeth Chadwick.

The story of William Marshal's father is captured in this first novel in a spellbinding standalone trilogy, by award-winning novelist Elizabeth Chadwick.

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The early twelfth century is a time for ambitious men to prosper, and royal servant John FitzGilbert Marshal is one of them. Raised high as the kin of the deceased King Henry battle each other for England's throne, John reaps rich rewards but pays a terrible price for the choices he makes—as do his family.

His wife, fragile, naive Aline, is hopelessly unequipped to cope with the demands of a life lived on the edge and, when John is seriously injured in battle, her worst nightmare is realised.

Sybilla, bright, forthright sister to the Earl of Salisbury, finds herself used as a bargaining counter when her brother seeks to seal a truce with his troublesome neighbour, John FitzGilbert. And then there is Sybilla's small son, William, seized hostage by the King for John's word of honour. But sometimes keeping your honour means breaking your word...

A Place Beyond Courage is an enthralling tale of honour, ambition, and the personal costs of power.

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'The best writer of mediaeval fiction currently around' - Historical Novel Review. Elizabeth Chadwick is praised for her convincing storytelling and vivid historical detail. The Financial Times calls it 'an absorbing narrative that canters along,' highlighting the secure historical grasp. Readers appreciate the blend of real historical figures with fictional characters, making history accessible and engaging. The novel is described as immaculately researched and profoundly moving by the Lancashire Evening Post, confirming Chadwick's stature as a leading historical novelist.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780751539011

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 August 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 390g

Pages: 560

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Elizabeth Chadwick Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Series: William Marshal

About the Author

Elizabeth Chadwick lives near Nottingham with her husband, two sons and assorted animals including cats, dog and guinea pigs. She is the author of many historical novels, four of which have been shortlisted for awards.

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