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Blood of Roses: Edward IV and Towton (The Falcon and the Sun: The House of York Book 1) Kindle Edition
With the Crown of England at stake, will Edward rise from the ashes of loss or fall like his father? Blood will spill. History awaits in the bloodbath of Towton Field.
From the author of the I, RICHARD PLANTAGENET series about Richard III and the Wars of the Roses.
A novella of 25,000 words
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateMarch 9, 2018
- File size3.7 MB
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- ASIN : B07BCPTZJ5
- Publisher : Herne's Cave
- Publication date : March 9, 2018
- Language : English
- File size : 3.7 MB
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 106 pages
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Book 1 of 3 : The Falcon and the Sun: The House of York
- Best Sellers Rank: #309,797 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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About the author

J.P. Reedman was born in Canada but has lived in the U.K. for nearly 30 years.
Interests include folklore & anthropology, prehistoric archaeology (neolithic/bronze age Europe; ritual,burial & material culture), as well as The Wars of the Roses and the rest of the medieval era.
Books Include:
WARS OF THE ROSES/RICHARD III
I Richard Plantagenet parts 1 and 2 (also available as an omnibus)
I RICHARD PLANTAGENET the Prequel, Part 1 (new for 2020)
A Man Who Would Be King (Henry Stafford, Duke of Buckingham)
Sacred King (historical fantasy)
BLOOD OF ROSES (Edward IV and Towton)
SECRET MARRIAGES (Edward IV, Eleanor Talbot and Elizabeth Woodville)
WHITE ROSES, GOLDEN SUNNES--Collection of short stories about Richard III and his family
FEAST OF THE INNOCENTS. Novella about Richard III's son Edward
THE MISTLETOE BRIDE OF MINSTER LOVELL. Novella about Francis Lovell based on local folklore.
THE MEDIEVAL BABES series about little-known medieval women:
MY FAIR LADY- Eleanor of Provence, wife of Henry III.
MISTRESS OF THE MAZE-Fair Rosamund, mistress of Henry II
THE CAPTIVE PRINCESS--Eleanor of Brittany, victim of King John
THE WHITE ROSE RENT- Katherine, illegitimate daughter of Richard III (long novella)
THE PRINCESS NUN-Mary, daughter of Edward I
MY FATHER, MY ENEMY-Juliane, illegitimate daughter of Henry I, who tried to assassinate her father.
THE HOOD GAME (series about a mystical, magical Robin Hood)
RISE OF THE GREENWOOD KING BOOK 1
SHADOW OF THE BRAZEN HEAD BOOK 2
STONEHENGE
THE STONEHENGE SAGA. Omnibus edition containing the two novels Stone Lord and Moon Lord. The Arthurian legends retold in an early Bronze Age setting.
DUE OUT THIS YEAR-- I, RICHARD PLANTAGENET THE SEQUEL PART 2--A VOUS ME LIE
LONGSWORD'S WIFE--Ela of Salisbury
THE HOOD GAME-part 3. BLOOD OF THE DIVINE KING
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Customers find the book's narrative smooth, with one mentioning the battle scenes are easy to follow. Moreover, the book is enjoyable, with one customer noting it held their attention from beginning to end. Additionally, customers appreciate the author's knowledge, with one review highlighting how the book provides a real understanding of the time period.
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Customers find the narrative smooth, with one customer noting that the battle scenes are easy to follow and another mentioning that the descriptions are easy to understand.
"Held my attention from beginning to end. The descriptions were easy to understand and easy to visualize what was happening." Read more
"...Reedman’s narrative is smooth and fluent, and the plot and action of the story are well paced and exciting." Read more
"...The battle scenes are easy to follow, and the flow of the story was good." Read more
"...The story is basically good, but it needs a good proofreader and/or editor. I have enjoyed many books by this author...." Read more
Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning it held their attention from beginning to end.
"Held my attention from beginning to end. The descriptions were easy to understand and easy to visualize what was happening." Read more
"...Reedman’s historical fiction is both very readable and enjoyable. ‘..." Read more
"...This author has a real understanding of this time. Very entertaining and moving. Highly recommend!" Read more
Customers appreciate the book's historical content, with one customer noting it provides a real understanding of the time period, while another mentions the author's expertise.
"While some history textbooks are interesting and quite easy to read, it is also fair to say that many are written by historians who do not seem to..." Read more
"...This author knows her history and makes this long ago battle come alive through her real life characters especially Edward IV...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2020Held my attention from beginning to end. The descriptions were easy to understand and easy to visualize what was happening.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2019While some history textbooks are interesting and quite easy to read, it is also fair to say that many are written by historians who do not seem to mind that their works are either lofty, dull, or both.
The beauty of historical fiction is that it has the power to make history accessible to those who otherwise would know little of the events presented in its pages, and to create interest in those men and women who made history through their words, actions and achievements.
Reedman’s historical fiction is both very readable and enjoyable.
‘Blood of Roses: Edward IV and Towton’ tells the story of the events during the Wars Of The Roses that resulted in the coronation of Edward, Earl Of March as King Edward IV. The author has brought history to life on these pages, transforming historical figures into vividly portrayed characters and the reader into an onlooker during those pivotal moments in English history.
As one who has read and studied the history of this period in detail, I found the fictionalised story to be interwoven seamlessly with the account of historical events. Reedman’s narrative is smooth and fluent, and the plot and action of the story are well paced and exciting.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2019Aside from grammatical errors, the book, though short was good. Its certainly a starting point for those who wish to learn more about the battle of towton and the struggle for the throne.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2021Edward of March is forced into battle after his father and uncle are killed at Wakefield. He is majestic in body and spirit while the reigning king is lost in his mind. The battle scenes are easy to follow, and the flow of the story was good.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2018This is a very fast paced read about The Battle of Townton. This author knows her history and makes this long ago battle come alive through her real life characters especially Edward IV. This author has a real understanding of this time. Very entertaining and moving. Highly recommend!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2022Light on detail, badly edited and factually incorrect in places.
This was a dramatic period in English history and doesn't need the theatrics required for slush novels.
Two stars given for the author actually writing and publishing a book.
If you want to read accurate and brilliantly written historical fiction, try Sharon Kay Penman or Elizabeth Chadwick.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2020Even before I had read 20 pages, I had counted 6 typos. By the time I was at 25%, I counted about 15 more.
The story is basically good, but it needs a good proofreader and/or editor. I have enjoyed many books by this author. Each has been a very solid story, without all the typos. I figure this book fell through the cracks!
My favorite period of time is when Edward IV and Richard III reigned. And this book was during that time. I like all her books, but the story of Eleanor, Prince Author's sister, has to be my most favorite. So touching, I just teared up in several places.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2019This was definitely a very bloody time in English history! The bulk of the novel is about the battles that were between the Lancastrians and the Yorks. They were all about revenge and who would take over as King of England. A lot of this is based in fact or at laast what the author took as the facts--According to her there were several renditions of a couple of the battles!
If you like historical novels you will love this book!
5.0 out of 5 starsThis was definitely a very bloody time in English history! The bulk of the novel is about the battles that were between the Lancastrians and the Yorks. They were all about revenge and who would take over as King of England. A lot of this is based in fact or at laast what the author took as the facts--According to her there were several renditions of a couple of the battles!If you like historical novels you will love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2019
If you like historical novels you will love this book!
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- TriciaReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 6, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read.
I rate this book for its strong characterisation and historical accuracy. Very entertaining, I recommend this to any history lover
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camelliaReviewed in Japan on May 7, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars ヨーク家のゴールデンプリンスエドワード4世素晴らしい!
このところ、リチャード三世の遺骨がレスターで死後5百年後発掘されて以後リチャード三世がシェークスピアの演劇が主張するところの悪王のイメージを一掃してブームになっているようでそれはそれでとてもうれしく思っています。今この作家の2作を読んで兄のエドワード4世もまた多くのランカスター家との死闘を経てヨーク王朝の創始者としてのゴールデンプリンスぶりに感嘆!日本にもリチャード三世のボースワース戦にも匹敵する関ケ原戦等ありとても面白く読みました。女流作家ながら有名なトウトン戦闘描写は手に汗握るほどの感嘆するものがありました。
またエドワード王の若き日々の女性問題の過ちが足を掬われることになってチューダ王朝に取って代わられることになったのもまた致し方ないとも思います。この作者の今後の作品もぜひ読みたいと思います。
- Tim WalkerReviewed in the United Kingdom on February 19, 2020
4.0 out of 5 stars Blood and Gore abound in this dark period drama
The Cousins War had degenerated into a cruel and hateful business, marking the end of the Age of Chivalry that marked the Middle Ages. Edward, a lusty and handsome teenager, receives the worst possible news - that both his father, the Duke of York, and older brother, Edmund, have been tricked and cruelly slain during a Christmas truce. A young man could crumble in grief and horror, and fear for his own life, but not Edward. This is a truly fascinating and remarkable chapter in English history, all the more so for the horrific slaughter that follows at Towton, still the biggest loss of life in a single day of any battle on British soil. A well researched and written account that keeps you gripped from start to finish, in mortified and grizzly fascination.
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リバーサイドひらくちReviewed in Japan on August 28, 2019
4.0 out of 5 stars 短すぎて
1460年暮れのヨーク公リチャード(エドワードの父)が蜂起して敗れたウェイクフィールドの戦いから、翌年のタウトンの戦いに勝利して6月にエドワードが即位するまでという短いストーリーです。特に他の作家のものより印象に残るというものではありませんでした。
- Clive ThompsonReviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2018
3.0 out of 5 stars A novella rather than a novel....
Well, this adds to my copious collection of Wars of the Roses literature, but is a short volume and should be advertised as such.