The Devil's Slave: A Novel
Sep 2019 · Frances Gorges Historical Trilogy Book 2 · Atlantic Monthly Press
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The acclaimed author of The King's Witch continues her epic trilogy of Jacobean England as conspiracy haunts the court of King James.
In the court of King James, lady-in-waiting Frances Gorges was suspected of witchcraft for her healing skills. But when her lover was executed for his role in the Gunpowder Plot, she fled for her life—and that of her unborn child. Now Frances is compelled to return to the dissolute and dangerous court to marry Sir Thomas Tyringham, King James's master of hounds, who has agreed to assume paternity of her son.
Meanwhile, whispers of conspiracy continue to echo through the royal palace. Against this perilous backdrop, Frances reunites with her former mistress, the Princess Elizabeth, as well as other less friendly members of the court: Prince Henry, the unscrupulous heir to the crown; Lord Cecil, eager to persecute Frances as a witch; and King James himself, ever more paranoid and cruel towards alleged traitors. But she also discovers a surprising new ally: Sir Walter Raleigh, himself a prisoner in the tower of London. As he makes his intentions known, Frances again finds herself caught in a web of secrets, promises, and plots.The acclaimed author of The King's Witch continues her epic trilogy of Jacobean England as conspiracy haunts the court of King James.
In the court of King James, lady-in-waiting Frances Gorges was suspected of witchcraft for her healing skills. But when her lover was executed for his role in the...
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Jane Ward
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August 24, 2019
The Devil‘s Slave by Tracy Borman is Historical Fiction with dangerous political intrigue. This book is set in the reign of King James and his infamous court. The Devil’s Slave is the second in the Frances Gorges trilogy and the story begins where The King’s Witch ended after the gunpowder plot to kill King James. The plots include royalty from England and Europe and everyone has their own agenda. Suspense, power struggles, schemes and thrills are constant. The rule of that time period is if you have any power or influence you must watch and be alert every minute. Who is next to be sent to the Tower or put to death? Tracy Borman has written another thrilling book with exciting characters, historical facts and unbelievable secret conspiracies. I loved both The Kings Witch and The Devil‘s Slave and look forward to the third in this outstanding trilogy. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, enjoy and review this book.
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Tracy Borman is England’s joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust. She is the author of a number of highly acclaimed books including Henry VIII and the Men Who Made Him; The Private Lives of the Tudors: Uncovering the Secrets of Britain's Greatest Dynasty; Thomas Cromwell: The Untold Story of Henry VIII's Most Faithful Servant; Queen of the Conqueror: The Life of Matilda, Wife of William I; Elizabeth's Women: Friends, Rivals, and Foes Who Shaped the Virgin Queen; Witches: A Tale of Sorcery, Scandal and Seduction; as well as the novel The King’s Witch. Borman is also a regular broadcaster and public speaker.
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Tracy Borman is England’s joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust. She is the author of a number of highly acclaimed books including Henry VIII and the Men Who Made Him; The Private Lives of the Tudors: Uncovering the Secrets of Britain's ...
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