Munro Saga

'There is so much to enjoy in this book - first of all the story itself, expertly narrated, full of tension and surprise, and also the characters. But I also loved the personal touches, revealing what life was like in the 16th century, how both ordinary people and royalty lived, and the dangers that faced them in their daily lives, particularly for women in childbirth and sickness and for those who dissented from the established religion. Well grounded in research and based on historical facts, it seamlessly interweaves fact and fiction.'

BooksPlease

'The characters encountered are many, but each one is brought convincingly to life. There are colourful individuals, opulent settings and clashes of personality aplenty. There are thoughtful and level headed characters as well as those who let their tempers get the better of them. There are relationships which work and those that are destined to fail. The result is a hugely satisfying read which leaves this reader, in particular, hoping that there will be another book in this excellent series.'

Undiscovered Scotland

Praise for Margaret Skea

'The quality of the writing and the research is outstanding.'

Jeffrey Archer

'Margaret Skea brings the 16th century to vivid life. I enjoyed travelling back in time with her.'

Sharon K Penman