The Castilians: A Story of the Siege of st Andrews Castle: 1 (The Castilians, a Novel: A Story of the Siege of st Andrews Castle) (en Inglés)
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Finalist, Wishing Shelf Book AwardsRunner-up, SAW Barbara Hammond Trophy‘Tense and romantic with unexpected dashes of humour.’ Lesley Glaister Winner Jerwood Uncovered1546 and Scotland is under attack from Henry VIII, determined to marry his son to the infant Mary, Queen of Scots. A few among the Scottish nobles, for both political and religious reasons, are eager for this alliance too. They kill Cardinal Beaton, who is Mary’s great protector, and take St Andrews Castle, expecting rescue any day from England.Local lad Will is among them, fighting for the Protestant cause. His treasonous activities place his family in grave danger, forcing his sister Bethia into an unwelcome alliance. As the long siege unravels, Bethia and Will struggle over where their loyalties lie and the choices they each must make — whether to save their family, or stay true to their beliefs and follow their heartsThis debut novel closely follows the actual historical 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 Beryl Bainbridge Award'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
