William Marshal

The early twelfth century is a time for ambitious men to prosper - and royal servant John FitzGilbert is one of them. But when the old king dies and his successor is appointed, John's position at court is weakened and he is forced to make a terrible sacrifice. Sometimes keeping your honour means breaking your word...

The young Roger Bigod, heir to the earldom of Norfolk, arrives at Henry II's court to wrestle his inheritance from the arms of his half-brothers. While there, he encounters the pretty and gentle Ida de Tosney, young mistress to the King. They begin a careful courtship, but the King's anger soon catches them up. Forced into a corner, Ida's decision will carry an agonising price.

Mahelt Marshal is the privileged daughter of one of the most powerful men in England. But her life changes dramatically when her father is suspected of treachery by King John. Her brothers become hostages and Mahelt is married to Hugh Bigod, heir to the earldom of Norfolk. Adapting to her new life is hard, but Mahelt comes to love Hugh deeply. However, when King John sets out to subdue the Bigods, Mahelt faces a heart-breaking battle, fearing neither she, nor her marriage, will be likely to survive the outcome....

To save his soul, William Marshal, medieval England's greatest knight, begins a pilgrimage to the Holy Land with his brother - a perilous experience that will impact him for the rest of his life. The brothers are quickly enveloped by the turmoil in Jerusalem, the devious scheming and lusts of the powerful men and women who rule the kingdom.