"I've read her books to ragged shreds." —Kate Fenton, Daily TelegraphGeorgette Heyer's 'Simon the Coldheart', first published in 1925, is a historical novel set in 15th-century England, following the rise of Simon Beauvallet, an illegitimate but ambitious young man determined to forge his path. With discipline, intelligence, and military prowess, he becomes a trusted soldier in the service of John, Duke of Bedford, during the Hundred Years' War. His cold and unshakable nature earns him the nickname "Coldheart," yet beneath his stoic exterior lies a man of deep loyalty and honor.As Simon ascends in rank, his fate takes an unexpected turn when he meets Lady Margaret, a strong-willed noblewoman who challenges his hardened demeanor. Their growing relationship tests Simon's rigid control, revealing new depths to his character.Unlike Heyer's well-known Regency romances, 'Simon the Coldheart' is a gripping medieval adventure filled with battles, political intrigue, and an evolving love story. Rich in historical detail and character depth, it is a tale of ambition, duty, and the transformative power of love.
