In The Fallen Angel, Frances Gorges finds herself back under suspicion as Villiers moves to secure the hand and fortune of her friend Katherine Manners. The King's former favorites are crushed by Villiers lies and ruthless scheming, and Thomas' life is made a misery. Frances is drawn back towards her old friend Sir Walter Raleigh and his last, desperate plot to see a Catholic monarch on the throne. Format: Hardback Length: 480 pages Publication date: 05 November 2020 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Frances Gorges, once accused of witchcraft, finds herself in a new era of happiness. King James has abandoned his pursuit of witches, and her medical skills and herbal knowledge are no longer a threat to her life. Her husband, Thomas, holds a prominent position in the royal household as the Master of Buckhounds. Their family is expanding, and their estates are secure. However, life at court is never dull, and a new arrival turns everything upside down. George Villiers, a young man with an angelic face and a cunning heart, arrives at the court. His charm and manipulation quickly captivate King James, leaving his former favorites crushed by Villiers' lies and ruthless scheming. Thomas's life becomes a nightmare, and Frances once again finds herself under suspicion. As Villiers rises to power, becoming the Earl of Buckingham, he sets his sights on securing the hand and fortune of her friend, Katherine Manners. Frances is appalled by Villiers' greed and ambition, as well as the King's weakness and lust. She is drawn back towards her old friend, Sir Walter Raleigh, and his last-ditch plot to install a Catholic monarch on the throne. However, her troubles are just beginning. As the plot unfolds, Frances faces numerous challenges and dangers, testing her courage and loyalty to those she loves. The Fallen Angel is a captivating novel that blends historical fiction with thrilling suspense. Tracy Borman's portrayal of Frances Gorges is compelling, and her depiction of Villiers is striking. The novel is a testament to Borman's talent as a writer, and it will leave readers eagerly anticipating her future works. In conclusion, The Fallen Angel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction with a touch of suspense. Tracy Borman's writing is exceptional, and the novel is a testament to her talent as a storyteller. Weight: 732g Dimension: 165 x 240 x 44 (mm) ISBN-13: 9781473662537
