Helen Steadman Libri
Helen Steadman è una romanziera storica dedita a scoprire storie dimenticate, in particolare i processi alle streghe di Newcastle. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da una ricerca meticolosa e da un impegno per l'accuratezza storica, addentrandosi spesso in argomenti trascurati dai tradizionali resoconti storici. Per immergersi profondamente nell'epoca e nei suoi personaggi, Steadman intraprende ricerche approfondite, arrivando persino ad apprendere mestieri storici come l'erboristeria e la lavorazione del ferro per garantire che le sue narrazioni siano vivacemente autentiche.
The Running Wolf is the story of a group of master swordmakers who left Solingen, Germany and moved to Shotley Bridge, England in 1687.
Widdershins
- 298pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
Jane Chandler is an apprentice healer. From childhood, she and her mother have used herbs to cure the sick. But Jane will soon learn that her sheltered life in a small village is not safe from the troubles of the wider world. From his father's beatings to his uncle's raging sermons, John Sharpe is beset by bad fortune. Fighting through personal tragedy, he finds his purpose: to become a witch-finder and save innocents from the scourge of witchcraft. Inspired by true events, Widdershins tells the story of the women who were persecuted and the men who condemned them
Imagine being the goddess of love. Now imagine being forced to marry the god of fire. Especially when you prefer his brother... Recommended for fans of Mythos, Song of Achilles and Pandora's Jar.
The Running Wolf
Biographical Historical Fiction about the Shotley Bridge Swordmakers
- 312pagine
- 11 ore di lettura
Set against a backdrop of tension, the story revolves around a Solingen blade, symbolizing danger and intrigue. The running wolf inscription serves as a pivotal element, hinting at a deeper narrative involving power struggles and the significance of craftsmanship. As the characters navigate this perilous landscape, themes of loyalty and betrayal come to the forefront, revealing how a single artifact can alter destinies and expose hidden truths.
The Running Wolf
LARGE PRINT Biographical Historical Fiction about the Shotley Bridge Swordmakers
- 396pagine
- 14 ore di lettura
Set against a backdrop of intrigue, the narrative revolves around a Solingen blade, symbolizing power and danger. The running wolf inscription serves as a foreboding signal, hinting at a deeper conflict and the stakes involved. As the story unfolds, themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the significance of ancient symbols emerge, drawing readers into a world where the past and present collide. The characters are likely to navigate a treacherous landscape shaped by the blade's legacy, revealing hidden truths and unexpected alliances.