Shadow Of The King: Helen Hollick

Book III of Pendragon's Banner. Britain lies uneasily at peace and Arthur is secure in his stronghold in the heart of the Summer Lands. Ever the fighter, he defies the advice of his wife Gwenhwyfar to sail for France to defend his territories in Less Britain. When word comes that the Pendragon has fallen in battle, Gwenhwyfar faces overthrow by the powerful Council headed by Arthur's uncle, anxious to revert to Roman ways, forcing her to struggle for her daughter's future and her own. But events abroad mean a far mightier battle for the Pendragon throne. Cover art by Alex Callaway.