The Douglas Bastard
By J R Tomlin
By J R Tomlin
King Robert the Bruce and the Black Douglas are dead — and Scots once more must fight for their freedom.
Young Archibald, the Black Douglas's bastard son, returns from exile to a Scotland ravaged by war. With treachery and danger on every side, he must learn to sleep with a claymore in his hand and one eye open because even his closest friend may betray him...
Young Archibald, the Black Douglas's bastard son, returns from exile to a Scotland ravaged by war. With treachery and danger on every side, he must learn to sleep with a claymore in his hand and one eye open because even his closest friend may betray him...
Review
This novel was absolutely enthralling from beginning to end. The historical setting was well depicted and really reflected the era, and the characters were richly drawn. There are some harrowing scenes in this book, but I guess that is to be expected. There are also lots of intrigue at court and a few romance stories to boot.
I thought this book was really wonderful and I will certainly be looking to reading the rest of the series.
Thanks for reading and reviewing!
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