‘A cracking good plot.’ The Times
A court where power is fleeting, passions are deadly, and one misstep can cost you your life.
In the turbulent reign of Henry VIII, four Seymour children climb Merlin'''s Mound, said to grant wishes, and boldly declare their destinies.
Edward, the ambitious eldest, vows to possess every acre he surveys.
Thomas, charming and reckless, dreams of wedding the highest woman in the land.
Elizabeth, their cunning half-gypsy cousin, seeks the wisdom of Merlin himself.
And Jane, quiet and overlooked, dares to wish that one day she will marry a king.
But wishes come with a price.
As the Seymours rise, their lives become entangled with the ruthless king’s dangerous desires and the deadly intrigues of his court. Each sibling will see their wish fulfilled — yet each will discover that power, once gained, can destroy as easily as it elevates.
In a world ruled by ambition and betrayal, can the Seymours survive the bloody reign of Henry VIII — or will they, too, fall to his wrath?
Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Fremantle, Janet Wertman, Alison Weir and Philippa Gregory.
PRAISE FOR DERYN LAKE:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I like Deryn Lake's work very much and for me this is one of the best historical novels I have read.' Lady SS.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This author is worth looking out.' AM Young.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The author has skilfully merged in facts, research and characters that bring the history to life while creating a romping good story.' Mrs JEP.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I would recommend to lovers of the Tudor period.' Pamandpete.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great historical novel.' Amanda M.
Genre: Historical Romance
A court where power is fleeting, passions are deadly, and one misstep can cost you your life.
In the turbulent reign of Henry VIII, four Seymour children climb Merlin'''s Mound, said to grant wishes, and boldly declare their destinies.
Edward, the ambitious eldest, vows to possess every acre he surveys.
Thomas, charming and reckless, dreams of wedding the highest woman in the land.
Elizabeth, their cunning half-gypsy cousin, seeks the wisdom of Merlin himself.
And Jane, quiet and overlooked, dares to wish that one day she will marry a king.
But wishes come with a price.
As the Seymours rise, their lives become entangled with the ruthless king’s dangerous desires and the deadly intrigues of his court. Each sibling will see their wish fulfilled — yet each will discover that power, once gained, can destroy as easily as it elevates.
In a world ruled by ambition and betrayal, can the Seymours survive the bloody reign of Henry VIII — or will they, too, fall to his wrath?
Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Fremantle, Janet Wertman, Alison Weir and Philippa Gregory.
PRAISE FOR DERYN LAKE:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I like Deryn Lake's work very much and for me this is one of the best historical novels I have read.' Lady SS.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This author is worth looking out.' AM Young.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The author has skilfully merged in facts, research and characters that bring the history to life while creating a romping good story.' Mrs JEP.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I would recommend to lovers of the Tudor period.' Pamandpete.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A great historical novel.' Amanda M.
Genre: Historical Romance
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