As the year 1326 draws to a close, London is in flames. King Edward II is a prisoner, and the forces of his vengeful queen, Isabella, and her lover Sir Roger Mortimer, are in the ascendant. The Bardi family, bankers who have funded the King, must look to their future with the Queen, steering a careful course between rival factions - if, that is, they can keep themselves alive. Others, too, find their loyalties torn. Guarding the deposed King on behalf of Mortimer, Sir Baldwin de Furnshill and bailiff Simon Puttock find themselves entangled in a tightening net of conspiracy, greed, betrayal and murder.
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"Jecks does a fine job of presenting the tension of mistrust and desire for security and survival in a world where loyalty has gone awry. "King's Gold "depicts real 14th-century life in all classes and dimensions." --The Historical Novels Review
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Michael Jecks gave up a career in the computer industry to concentrate on writing and the study of medieval history. A regular speaker at library and literary events, he is a past Chairman of the Crime Writers' Association. He lives with his wife, children and dogs in northern Dartmoor.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By P. Schaum
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It has been at least five years since I was first introduced to this series by Michael Jecks. I soon found myself searching to find the early titles and have all to date. Why? The historical research is quite good, excellent if you will. Jecks' ability to then weave a great story into the history is better than most. It is truly remarkable that a writer could sustain a series set in in early 14th century England / France over so many titles. It is the lives of people in different "stations" and how they interact and live out those lives within a complex historical matrix. I should note that Jecks was originally published under Headline and is more recently published by Simon & Schuster, UK. More significantly I note that early titles keep reappearing in book stores so there is a call for this author and the series.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By sindono
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Another thoroughly enjoyable read from Michael Jecks. I can't wait for the next instalment in the tale of Sir Baldwin and Simon Puttock.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By D. C. Land
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As with all Michael Jecks's works this was a good read. He may have to either fit some new stories into Baldwin't early years or create a new protagonist. At 54 BLadwin is getting a little long in the tooth for the Merry Olde England of that day. Myae Baql;dwin needs a nephew or some such to take under ins wing and groom....
Anyway great read as always - love his work and the research behind the works
D Land
Anyway great read as always - love his work and the research behind the works
D Land
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Angel
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As always, arrived on time ,Michael Jecks always goes down well, a great read and a fab series, thank you, AJR
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Liz
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gave me a good idea of living in the time would be like, and gave me a new sympathy for Edward II. love the characters Baldwin and Simon - more Mihcael Jecks for kindle please!
By Roger Wand
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A very good read after finding the authors style of storytelling,very difficult to put down once you get into it.
By fran nash
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this was very boring, there was nothing i read that excited me. although there are different stories.it was just not my type of read
By Melinda S
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I really enjoy this series and have read every one of the Knights Templar books to date and eagerly await the next one. As with all the books in the series I was impressed by its historical accuracy and its vivid descriptions and attention to detail. The plot was largely predetermined by the events surrounding King Edward II in his final days after he was captured by supporters of his estranged wife Queen Isabella and her lover Roger Mortimer. Although I am really interested in history I think accurate historical novels can be far more interesting to read than history text books and Michael Jecks seems to bring the past to life. There was also a sub plot with fictional characters so there were twists that cannot be found in text books. However, there were no anachronisms and it remained authenic. It was an excellent book to read and a worthy addition to the series.
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Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson of 14th Century.
In a way I am glad that Michael Jecks has taken to writing about a different period, however, like most novelists writing about historical events he has researched his subject... Read more
Published 3 months ago by David Coote
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Another cracking read
Conspiracy, greed, betrayal and murder what more could you ask from a book or a great author. Michael Jecks hits all the spots and provides a detailed insight into the lives of... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lesley
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really good read
I really enjoyed this book by Michael Jecks, one of his best I would say and I've read most of them. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Bess
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excellent buy
MICHAEL JECKS NEVER DISAPPOINTS..IN FACT HE KEEPS GETTING BETTER AND BETTER...I THINK THIS IS ONE OF HIS FINEST YET ...A GREATR EAD...I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN ALL DAY...
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a little disappointment
You remember as a child how, for Christmas, you'd get a big package wrapped in beautiful glittering paper, only to find that it's a home-knit sweater from your aunt? Read more
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