The Kingmaking: (The Pendragon's Banner Trilogy: Book 1)

“Helen Hollick has it all! She tells a great story and writes consistently readable books”Bernard CornwellThe Boy Who became a Man:Who became a King: Who became a Legend... KING ARTHURThere is no Merlin, no sword in the stone, and no Lancelot.Instead, the man who became our most enduring hero.All knew the oath of allegiance: ‘To you, lord, I give my sword and shield, my heart and soul. To you, my Lord Pendragon, I give my life, to command as you will.’This is the tale of Arthur made flesh and bone. Of the shaping of the man who became the legendary king; a man with dreams, ambitions and human flaws.A man, a warlord, who united the collapsing province of post-Roman Britain,who held the heart of the love of his life, Gwenhwyfar- and who emerged as the most enduring hero of all time.A different telling of the later Medieval tales. This is the story of King Arthur as it might have really happened..."If only all historical fiction could be this good." Historical Novels Review"... Juggles a large cast of characters and a bloody, tangled plot with great skill. " Publishers Weekly"Hollick's writing is one of the best I've come across - her descriptions are so vivid it seems as if there's a movie screen in front of you, playing out the scenes." Passages To The Past"Hollick adds her own unique twists and turns to the familiar mythology" Booklist"Uniquely compelling... bound to have a lasting and resounding impact on Arthurian literature." Books MagazineThe Kingmaking: Book OnePendragon’s Banner: Book TwoShadow of the King: Book Three(contains scenes of an adult nature) Read more