Barry Mathias

In the Ashes of a Dream: Sequel to Celtic Dreams of Glory (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Set in the turbulent times following the death of the Welsh King Gruffydd ap Llywelyn in 1063, the story follows the lives of the brothers Gwriad and Dafydd who, in the previous novel, Celtic Dreams of Glory, had risen to become the King's most important supporters. With their wives, Angharad and Teifryn, they try to re-establish their former lives in their castle in south-west Wales, but find it hard to settle down.
Running parallel with their story is that of the powerful Harold Godwinson, the Saxon Earl of Wessex who, after defeating the Welsh King, has become a national hero and expects to be next in line for the English throne. However, King Edward favours Duke William of Normandy.
Gwriad and Dafydd, with other Welsh lords, attack Shrewsbury and destroy Harold's palace near Chester in revenge for his invasion of Wales. During their retreat back to Wales, the Welsh army is ambushed and Gwriad is seriously injured. His long recovery puts pressure on the whole family: Dafydd seeks the affection of the enigmatic Derryth, while Jon, Gwriad's new squire, struggles with his identity.
Harold continues his plotting to become King, and decides to make a lightning attack on Caerdydd. The unsuspecting brothers and their wives are making a journey to Caerdydd at this time, and get separated with tragic results.
Months later, Harold becomes King, and the brothers plan to kill him. Their hopeful plan fails, but not before they become involved in the Battle of Hastings. The unexpected ending is a satisfying conclusion to an heroic tale.
Written by Barry Mathias, author of the Ancient Bloodlines Trilogy.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: AgioPublishing
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. November 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9780463547014
• Artikelnr.: 54492185

Autorenporträt

Barry Mathias, B.Ed., M.A., is a teacher of English and Drama, and author of historical fiction. His Ancient Bloodlines Trilogy has sold well throughout Canada, Britain and the USA.
The Ancient Bloodlines Trilogy is comprised of: "The Power in the Dark"; "Shadow of the Swords"; and "Keeper of the Grail". It covers the years 1112 to 1118 and is an exciting exploration of the use of power; in particular it deals with the importance of bloodlines, and the rise of the Knights Templar.
The Celtic Dreams Trilogy is comprised of "Celtic Dreams of Glory"; "In the Ashes of a Dream"; and "The Final Dream". It focuses on the rise and fall of the charismatic Welsh King Gruffydd ap Llewelyn, who died in 1063 at the hands of Harold Godwinson, the Saxon Earl of Wessex, who later became King Harold of England - then the story continues with the struggle against Harold's successor, William the Conqueror.
His other publications include Ebb Tide (a collection of poetry) and One For Sorrow, Two For Joy (a collection of short stories).
Website: www.barrymathias.net