The early twelfth century is a time for ambitious men to
prosper, and royal servant John FitzGilbert Marshal is one
of them. Raised high as the kin of the deceased King Henry
battle each other for England's throne, John reaps rich
rewards but pays a terrible price for the choices he
makes - as do his family. His wife, fragile, naïve Aline
is hopelessly unequipped to cope with the demands of a
life lived on the edge and, when John is seriously injured
in battle, her worst nightmare is realised. Sybilla,
bright, forthright sister to the Earl of Salisbury, finds
herself used as a bargaining counter when her brother
seeks to seal a truce with his troublesome neighbour, John
FitzGilbert. And then there is Sybilla's small son,
William, seized hostage by the King for John's word of
honour. But sometimes keeping your honour means breaking
your word...
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