The Betrothed Sister
- 416 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The third in the critically acclaimed Daughters of Hastings series of historical novels by Carol McGrath.
Carol McGrath Book order (chronological)
This author delves into the rich tapestry of English history, bringing to life the stories of the powerful women who shaped its destiny. Her narratives focus on the complex lives of noblewomen during pivotal historical moments, with each novel revealing their strength and resilience. The author masterfully transports readers to the past through evocative prose and a deep understanding of the human condition.
1075 and Dowager Queen Edith has died. Gunnhild longs to leave Wilton Abbey but is her suitor Breton knight Count Alan of Richmond interested in her inheritance as the daughter of King Harold and Edith Swan-Neck or does he love her for herself. And is her own love for Count Alan an enduring love or has she made a mistake?
The Handfasted Wife
- 339 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Elditha Swanneck, King Harold's handfasted wife, loses everything as she flees from an arranged marriage after the Battle of Hastings to fight for her children's survival.