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The Maiden of Florence — Katherine Mezzacappa

The author sets the stage in Renaissance Florence in 1584, where a poignant question looms over Prince Vincenzo Gonzaga of Mantua’s virility. In a bid to secure his marriage into the Medici family, Gonzaga is compelled to prove his ability to father children. In a twist of Medici infamy, an orphan girl, Giulia, is chosenContinue reading “The Maiden of Florence — Katherine Mezzacappa”

Very Popular

For some reason, this chapter caused excitement in the web serialization of A Prelude to War. Check it out and see if you can figure out why. Click me. Confessions and Puppeteers Medb was propped up on one elbow, watching the rise and fall of Ailill’s chest as he slept. She could not sleep. TheContinue reading “Very Popular”

Many Have Asked

After the publication of two books, one late last year and the other earlier this year (Iron–take a look at the Kirkus review, and The Last Summoner: Conquest in January) there has been some interest expressed in the Druids. Here’s an earlier article we published on the subject. It makes for interesting reading.

The Silver Eagle — Book Review

In a nutshell, this series will probably appeal to readers who are looking for light entertainment rather than any serious Ancient Roman-based fiction. I read the first book in the Forgotten Legion trilogy by Ben Kane. I probably wouldn’t have bothered with the second book, except I bought all three on special offer from aContinue reading “The Silver Eagle — Book Review”

In Solitude’s Shadow — Review

I have found with my years of reading that debut novels often lack finesse. As with any new creator, we must expect a period of skill honing. In Solitude’s Shadow is no different from other debut novels in this regard, such as a little too much telling and clumsy exposition; it is also a littleContinue reading “In Solitude’s Shadow — Review”

Best Read Worst Read ’23

Twenty-twenty-three was a year of new authors for me. Despite receiving recommendations for the works of Joe Abercrombie, I hadn’t yet delved into his grimdark world. The second trilogy in the First Law series had languished in my Kindle library for ages. I tried Kazuo Ishiguro for the first–and probably the last–time. Robert Jordan droveContinue reading “Best Read Worst Read ’23”