Storm of Arrows

by Paul Bannister 2 books in this series

The Storm of Arrows sequence follows Sir Thomas Holland from Edward III’s seizure of power to the opening campaigns of the Hundred Years’ War. Storm of Arrows places the young archer and baron beside the king during the overthrow of Roger Mortimer, the wars in Scotland, the naval victory at Sluys and the approach to Crécy.

Havoc begins after the English victory at Crécy, when Holland’s secret marriage to Joan of Kent places him in conflict with Edward III and her imposed marriage to the Earl of Salisbury. The two novels combine battlefield command, royal service and dynastic marriage in the career of a historical soldier whose private choices repeatedly endanger his position.

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Books in this series (2 books)

#1 – Storm of Arrows

Paul Bannister

In 1330, Edward III asks Sir Thomas Holland to help overthrow Roger Mortimer, whose control of the young king and suspected role in Edward II’s death have made him the dominant power in England. Holland’s service continues through the victory at Dupplin Moor and the destruction…

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#2 – Havoc

Paul Bannister

After fighting in the Black Prince’s vanguard at Crécy, Thomas Holland secretly marries Joan of Kent, Edward III’s ward. The king treats the marriage as a personal betrayal, confiscates Holland’s French spoils and leaves him vulnerable to enemies who understand how completely his position depends on…

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