'An accomplished novel with a vivid historical setting' The Times
'Tracy Borman's debut historical novel has it all: conspiracy,
betrayal, dark intrigues, bloody deeds, a poignant love story - and
the most famous plot in English history.' Alison Weir, author of
the Six Tudor Queens series Already a great historian, Tracy Borman
proves with this thrilling debut novel that she is also a born
storyteller. As she helps to nurse the dying Queen Elizabeth,
Frances Gorges longs for the fields and ancient woods of her
parents' Hampshire estate, where she has learned to use the flowers
and herbs to become a much-loved healer. Frances is happy to stay
in her beloved countryside when the new King arrives from Scotland,
bringing change, fear and suspicion. His court may be shockingly
decadent, but James's religion is Puritan, intolerant of all the
old ways; he has already put to death many men for treason and
women for witchcraft. So when her ambitious uncle forcibly brings
Frances to court, she is trapped in a claustrophobic world of
intrigue and betrayal - and a ready target for the twisted scheming
of Lord Cecil, the King's first minister. Surrounded by mortal
dangers, Frances finds happiness only with the precocious young
Princess Elizabeth, and Tom Wintour, the one courtier she can
trust. Or can she? ********************** Praise for The King's
Witch 'Exquisitely written, sumptuous in detail and thrillingly
plotted . . . The first of what promises to be a magnificent
trilogy.' Kate Williams, broadcaster and author of Becoming Queen
'Watch out Philippa Gregory and Alison Weir, I can see a new
contender for the Queen of Historical Fiction!' Netgalley reviewer
'The adventures of her courageous heroine put flesh on the bones of
a fascinating historical framework. First rate fiction!' Sunday
Mirror 'A fascinating read, felt very true to time period but with
that personal touch . . . Five stars' Jeannie Zelos book reviews 'A
compelling tale of corruption, danger and coruscating suspicion,
The King's Witch carries the reader right to the heart of James I's
court - and casts a dazzling new light onto one of the most
dramatic moments in British history' Sarah Gristwood, author of
Blood Sisters 'This book just about has it all - history, mystery,
sorcery, treachery and romance, no wonder it kept me hooked'
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