A King Under Siege
2019 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree.
Richard II found himself under siege not once, but twice in his minority. Crowned king at age ten, he was only fourteen when the Peasants' Revolt terrorized London. But he proved himself every bit the Plantagenet successor, facing Wat Tyler and the rebels when all seemed lost.
Alas, his triumph was short-lived, and for the next ten years he struggled to assert himself against his uncles and increasingly hostile nobles. Just like in the days of his great-grandfather Edward II, vengeful magnates strove to separate him from his friends and advisors, and even threatened to depose him if he refused to do their bidding. The Lords Appellant, as they came to be known, purged the royal household with the help of the Merciless Parliament. They murdered his closest allies, leaving the King alone and defenseless. He would never forget his humiliation at the hands of his subjects.
Richard's inability to protect his adherents would haunt him for the rest of his life, and he vowed that next time, retribution would be his.
Praise for A King Under Siege:
“I thought the portrayal of Richard II was a historical triumph. Richard grows from this unsure youth to a man who is facing a war from those who should be on his side. Forget the war with France, it is the war within parliament that Richard has to try to win. This story is rich in historical detail. It has so obviously been meticulously researched. I cannot but commend Rochelle for this exceptional work of scholarship.”
~ Mary Anne Yarde, Myths, Legends, Books & Coffee Pots, 5* Review
“Well defined characters, obviously carefully researched, and yet not lacking in drama and human interest. Well done!”
~ Mary Rose, Amazon 5* Review
“I especially like historical works that are believable as well as entertaining. This one certainly meets these qualifications. I am looking forward to the following work. Research is amazing!”
~ Avid Reader, Amazon 5* Review
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