The Greatest Knight

A Historical Fiction Novel by Elizabeth Chadwick

Book 2 of the William Marshal Series

Subgenres:

Medieval England,
Biographical Historical Fiction,
Royal Court Intrigue

Published 2005

Length 562 pages

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Forgotten real-life heroes pulled from the shadows of history
Court intrigue with royalty, scandal, and shifting alliances
Medieval England brought to life through vivid historical detail

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Royal protector. Loyal servant. Forgotten hero.

12th century, England: A penniless young knight with few prospects, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he saves the life of Henry II's formidable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. In gratitude, she appoints him tutor to the heir to the throne, the volatile and fickle Prince Henry. But being a royal favorite brings its share of danger and jealousy as well as fame and reward.

Elizabeth Chadwick resurrects the true story of one of England's greatest forgotten heroes in a captivating blend of fact and fiction. The Greatest Knight restores William Marshal to his rightful place at the pinnacle of the British Middle Ages, reflecting through him the triumphs, scandals, and power struggles that haven't changed in eight hundred years.

Fans of Phillipa Gregory, Susanna Kearsley, or Diana Gabaldon are sure to recognize The Greatest Knight as exceptional historical fiction, bringing medieval Britain to brilliant life.

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