Bøger af Tony Riches

Would you dare to defy King Henry VIII? Mary Tudor watches her elder brother become King of England and wonders what the future holds for her. Henry plans to use her marriage to build a powerful alliance against his enemies.... Will she risk his anger by marrying for love? How far will Mary's loyalty to Henry be tested by the ambitious Boleyn family? Based on actual events of courage, passion and adventure in the turbulent and dangerous world of the Tudor court. If you like the human stories behind medieval history, this is the book for you. Get it now. From the author of the international best-selling Tudor Trilogy "Tony Riches has animated this Tudor princess deftly creating a memorable personality and engaging love story which will haunt a reader long after the final page is turned. Research is expertly integrated into a convincing, engaging story. Highly recommended." Carol McGrath, Author. "Riches is a great storyteller, his eye for detail and his attention to the research he has clearly put into writing this books is fantastic. He has a way of writing which allows the reader to feel life a voyeur listening in at the most intimate moments of court life and intrigue, but also gives a wide sweep across the culture of the Tudor Period." Amazon Reviewer l

QUEEN SACRIFICE (Historical Fiction) - The ULTIMATE chess novel? In ancient Wales, two kings battle for their lives. In a land where battles can last decades, trouble is brewing and the stakes are high. The queen of the northern tribes has a new son and the king of the south has young Saxon bride.At the heart of the conflict are the bishops, who are torn between their faith and their duty. Powerful knights and warlords see the opportunity to grow rich but know the the loser will pay a heavy price. This is a tale of love and sacrifice, soldiers and spies, heroes and assassins, who meet in the war to end all wars. The narrative faithfully also follows EVERY move in the queen sacrifice game, known as "The Game of the Century" between Donald Byrne and 13-year-old Bobby Fischer in New York City on October 17th, 1956."Set this chessboard and its pieces before your most learned men, to see if their intellects can fathom this subtle game." (Challenge from an Indian King)

* Updated to include video footage of the discovery of the wreck of the Terra Nova *On the 15th June, 1910 the Terra Nova left Cardiff Docks to the cheers of a huge crowd, sailing into maritime history and carrying the hopes of a nation. The old whaler had been cleaned, painted and fitted out for the voyage of a lifetime to the coldest place on earth, the frozen sea ice of the Antarctic. Robert Falcon Scott's expedition to the South Pole was under way, after many months of planning, fund raising and preparation. The men of the Terra Nova Expedition risked their lives in the pursuit of scientific knowledge and exploration, sailing through the most dangerous waters on Earth. In 1910 there were still many unanswered questions about Antarctica, so Captain Scott recruited the largest team of scientists ever to visit the continent and they returned with over forty thousand zoological and geological specimens which are held in the British Natural History Museum collection.This illustrated book tells the story of the Terra Nova from her launch in 1884 to her sinking off the coast of Greenland in 1943, through many first-hand accounts, including the letters and journals of many who sailed on her. Also included are the seven recently discovered letters from Wilfred Bruce, member of the 1910 expedition and brother of Scott's wife Kathleen.In the foreword to the book, Captain Scott's granddaughter Dafila Scott writes: A hundred years after my grandfather Captain Scott's last expedition to the Antarctic, it is now possible to assess not only the tragedy of the deaths of the polar party but also the scientific legacy of the expedition, which was considerable. In this book, Tony Riches gives an account of the expedition and its scientific legacy but focuses first on the interesting history of the Terra Nova, the expedition ship, which proved suitable if leaky for its purpose in the Southern Ocean. He also draws attention to letters written by one of the crew members, Captain Scott's brother-in-law, Wilfred Bruce, which give a first hand account of life on the Terra Nova and include vivid descriptions of different periods during the expedition. These help one to imagine what it was like to be there.

Palm trees line an idyllic beach of white coral sand. An Arabian dhow sails on the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The holiday of a lifetime becomes a nightmare as two lovers face life changing danger. Lucy is bound and helpless, taken far from the safety of the world she knows. Nothing has prepared Steve for what he needs to do. He has to find and rescue her - and risk his life in the desperate search for Lucy . His journey takes him deep into the African wilderness, where death waits for the unwary. Lucy's journey is mental as well as physical. The protective shell of her old world is gone - with everything she took for granted. Her life becomes a fight for survival, one day at a time.Based on actual events this fast-paced adventure explores the tensions in the developing country of Kenya.

What makes the queen's young favourite turn against her? Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex, is one of the most intriguing men of the Elizabethan period. Tall and handsome, he soon becomes a 'favourite' at court, so close to the queen many wonder if they are lovers. The truth is far more complex, as each has what the other yearns for. Robert Devereux longs for recognition, wealth and influence. His flamboyant naïveté amuses the ageing Queen Elizabeth, like the son she never had, and his vitality makes her feel young. Continuing the story of the Tudors, begun in Tony Riches' best-selling Tudor trilogy, this epic tale of loyalty, love and adventure follows Robert from his youth to his fateful rebellion.

Inspired by true events.Sir Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, is known of as the 'Kingmaker'. This is his story of medieval adventure, power and influence at the heart of one of the most dangerous times in the history of England.Richard Neville is one of the wealthiest nobles in England but becomes a warrior knight, bravely protecting the north against invasion by the Scots. A key figure in what have become known as 'the Wars of the Roses, ' he fights in most of the important battles. As Captain of Calais, he turns privateer, daring to take on the might of the Spanish fleet and becoming Admiral of England. The friend of kings, he is the sworn enemy of Queen Margaret of Anjou. Then, in an amazing change of heart, why does he risk everything to fight for her cause?WARWICK from Tony Riches is a new addition to the great historical Fiction tradition of C J Sansom, Conn Iggulden, Philippa Gregory and Anne O'Brien.

Attractive, wealthy and influential, Katherine Willoughby is one of the most unusual ladies of the Tudor court. A favourite of King Henry VIII, Katherine knows all his six wives, his daughters Mary and Elizabeth, and his son Edward, as well as being related by marriage to Lady Jane Grey. When her father dies, Katherine becomes the ward of Tudor knight, Sir Charles Brandon. Her Spanish mother, Maria de Salinas, is Queen Catherine of Aragon's lady in waiting, so it is a challenging time for them all when King Henry marries the enigmatic Anne Boleyn. Following Anne's downfall, Katherine marries Brandon, and becomes Duchess of Suffolk. After the death of Jane Seymour, and the short reign of young Catherine Howard, Katherine and Brandon are chosen to welcome Anna of Cleves to England. When the royal marriage is annulled, Katherine's good friend, Catherine Parr becomes the king's sixth wife, and they work to promote religious reform. Katherine's young sons are tutored with the future king, Prince Edward, and become his friends, but when Edward dies his Catholic sister Mary is crowned queen. Katherine's Protestant faith puts her family in great danger - from which there seems no escape. Katherine's remarkable true story continues the epic tale of the rise of the Tudors, which began with the best-selling Tudor trilogy and concludes with the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. "Tony Riches, delivers a vividly descriptive, interesting, and well-written read here with characters and a setting that totally captivated and intrigued me. I was totally taken and fascinated with historically political drama that unfolds within the Tudor Court.." Verified Amazon Reviewer 'Katherine the Duchess' is a novel which gripped me from the start and I felt great empathy for this strong but extremely wise lady who trod a silken threaded path through life joy fortune but great danger. Highly Recommended. Diana Jackson "Katherine Willoughby finally gets her time to shine in Tony Riches' conclusion to his Tudor trilogy." Review at Adventures of a Tudor Nerd

What would you sacrifice for loyalty? 1461: King Edward of York has taken the country by force.Jasper Tudor, Earl of Pembroke, flees to Brittany with his nephew, Henry Tudor.But dare they risk a reckless invasion of England? Travel back in time to fifteenth century England, Wales, Scotland, France and Brittany - and discover how they change British history - and become...The Tudors. The second book in the international best-selling Tudor trilogy is based on actual events of courage, adventure, and belief in the destiny of the Tudor dynasty. If you like the human stories behind medieval history, this is the book for you."Jasper Tudor was a rebel and a warrior, the man who created the greatest dynasty England has ever known... The Tudors." Dr Sara Elin Roberts "I was gripped by the fast-moving exciting story from beginning to end - a real page-turner and I loved it! I can't wait to read the third book!" Amazon reviewer Jasper - Book Two of the Tudor Trilogy tells the story of the Tudors in the historical fiction tradition of C J Sansom, Philippa Gregory and Hilary Mantel

Everyone has secrets... But will Charles Brandon's cost him everything? He's fallen in love with King Henry VIII's sister, Mary Tudor, the beautiful widowed Queen of France. Will he dare to marry her without the king's consent? Handsome and charismatic, Brandon is a champion jouster - but can he lead an army to war against France? Torn between duty to his family and loyalty to the king, Brandon faces an impossible decision: can he accept Anne Boleyn as his new queen? Will his loyalty be tested by the ambitious Boleyn family and the king's new man, Thomas Cromwell? Based on actual events of courage, passion and adventure in the turbulent and dangerous world of the Tudor court. If you like the human stories behind medieval history, this is the book for you. Get it now. From the author of the international best-selling Tudor Trilogy "I love the way the author tells the story simply, concentrating on Brandon himself but giving us a view of the exciting but dangerous world of the Tudor court and the way that the affable young prince Henry turned into an unpredictable, capricious King. At times there is a sudden jump of time and place from one paragraph to the next, but this is easy to forgive when you are transported so easily into another interesting situation. A great introduction into the Tudor world." Lizanne Lloyd

Would you become King of England... If you had to win the crown by conquest? Henry Tudor's victory over King Richard III at Bosworth is only the beginning. Can he end the Wars of the Roses through marriage to the beautiful Princess Elizabeth - and unite the warring houses of Lancaster and York? Treachery, rebels and pretenders threaten Henry's throne. It seems his prayers are answered, then disaster strikes and Henry must ensure the future of the Tudors. The third book in the international best-selling Tudor trilogy is based on actual events of courage, adventure, and belief in the destiny of the Tudor dynasty. If you like the human stories behind medieval history, this is the book for you. > Get it now. Finalist for the Amazon Storyteller Award "A fine end to a superbly researched and well-written trilogy, one I would recommend to anyone with an interest in this period of history." Best-selling author Terry Tyler "Henry was a hazy, cold impression in my mind, but Tony Riches fills him out, gives him intelligence, compassion, human frailty, and a consuming love of country, and I ended the book with great admiration for this man." Author Noelle Granger

From the author of the best-selling Tudor trilogy - the Elizabethan series begins. 1564: Devon sailor Francis Drake sets out on a journey of adventure.Drake learns of routes used to transport Spanish silver and gold, and risks his life in an audacious plan to steal a fortune. Queen Elizabeth is intrigued by Drake and secretly encourages his piracy. Her unlikely champion becomes a national hero, sailing around the world in the Golden Hind and attacking the Spanish fleet. King Philip of Spain has enough of Drake's plunder and orders an armada to threaten the future of England.