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Shadow on the Crown
- A Novel
- Narrated by: Katie Firth
- Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins
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Summary
A rich tale of power and forbidden love revolving around a young medieval queen
In 1002, 15-year-old Emma of Normandy crosses the Narrow Sea to wed the much older King Athelred of England, whom she meets for the first time at the church door. Thrust into an unfamiliar and treacherous court, with a husband who mistrusts her, stepsons who resent her, and a bewitching rival who covets her crown, Emma must defend herself against her enemies and secure her status as queen by bearing a son.
Determined to outmaneuver her adversaries, Emma forges alliances with influential men at court and wins the affection of the English people. But her growing love for a man who is not her husband and the imminent threat of a Viking invasion jeopardize both her crown and her life.
Based on real events recorded in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, Shadow on the Crown introduces listeners to a fascinating, overlooked period of history and an unforgettable heroine whose quest to find her place in the world will resonate with modern listeners.
Critic reviews
"Using the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as her marker, Patricia Bracewell has produced a magnificent work of historical fiction, evoking time and place in a remarkable way, and engaging the reader firmly in her story." (The Daily Mail, UK)
"Bracewell’s portrayal of Emma...is a real tour de force. A five star debut!" (Historical Novels Review)
"Bracewell delivers a highly entertaining addition to the historical fiction genre." (Publishers Weekly)