This doesnt mean, however, that the era lacked political turmoil, drama, or strong personalities. Candace robb born 1950 is an english historical novelist, whose works are set in medieval england. A triple knot by emma campion the help desk book blog. Campion, who has written extensively about alice perrers, the royal mistress of king edward iii, in her hit, the kings mistress, is back on the shelves with a new book released this month entitled. Expertly recreating the social and political upheavals of late medieval europe and the increasing power of the wealthy merchant class, acclaimed author candace robb introduces a new series starring kate clifford, a woman forged on the warring northern marches of fourteenth century england. If youve ever worried about missing out on a good book, you need to read these, right away. Interview with emma campion, author of a triple knot. Broadway books july 8, 2014 the critically acclaimed author of the kings mistress brings another fascinating woman from history to life in an enthralling story of political intrigue, personal tragedy, and illicit love. Click to read more about a triple knot by emma campion. Emma campion, author of a triple knot, on tour july 2014.
Joan of kent, renowned beauty and cousin to king edward iii, is destined for a politically strategic marriage. I had the pleasure of reading another emma campion candace robb novel recently. Her second, a triple knot, about joan of kent, will be published in the us by crown 29 july 2014. In a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and emotionally resonant tale of. Aug 06, 2014 today i am delighted to welcome my good friend, the critically acclaimed author emma campion, to discuss her newest book, a triple knot.
This time period, the 0s, is one that i wasnt very familiar with, which was fine with me. Campion s 14th century is as detailed, gorgeous and fascinating as a millefleur tapestryher history is immaculate, her characters convincing, and joan, who is sometimes glossed over in the history books as. Emma campion is the author of the kings mistress and did her graduate work in medieval and anglosaxon literature. Set amid the hardships and uncertainties of the hundred years war, emma campion s. In her followup book, campion delivers an equally engrossing tale about another fascinating woman from history. A triple knot by emma campion why did you choose this book. In her followup book, campion delivers an equally engrossing tale. Alright its time to pull out your too read list and get ready. The critically acclaimed author of the kings mistress brings anothe. Jul 08, 2014 in a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and emotionally resonant tale of intrigue, love, and betrayal. The critically acclaimed author of the kings mistress brings another fascinating woman from history to life in an enthralling story of political intrigue, personal. Campion, who has written extensively about alice perrers, the royal. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. A triple knot king county library system overdrive.
Using this tumultuous period as a backdrop, emma campion s welcome new novel a triple knot reveals the tangled marital history of the kings beautiful young cousin, joan of kent. Although not explicitly stated, the title may refer to this aspect of her life. A triple knot by emma campion was an interesting read about a plantagenet that i havent had the opportunity to read a lot about joan of kent. A triple knot, by emma campion there are few historical novels set during the fiftyyear reign of englands edward iii, maybe because his position on the throne was stable. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Broadway books this book sets you up with edward iis family. Jul 22, 2014 a triple knot by emma campion why did you choose this book. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
A triple knot by emma campion 2014, paperback for sale. This is the order of candace robb books in both chronological order and. A triple knot by emma campion overdrive rakuten overdrive. With grace, accuracy and authenticity, emma campion brings joan of kent and her world to vivid, captivating life in a triple knot. Emma campion introduces a triple knot at university book store. The story is based in the 14th century when edward iii is king and joan of kent is his cousin. The story follows mostly joan the fair maid of kent and starts when joan is a preteen then it follows her as she grows. A triple knot the critically acclaimed author of the kings mistress brings another fascinating woman from history to life in an enthralling story of political intrigue, personal tragedy, and illicit love.
She has also written under the pen name emma campion. Emma campions portrayal of joan of kent is exquisite. Emma campion audio books, best sellers, author bio. In a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and.
This is a novel set in the 14 th century, and its about joan of kent, renowned beauty and cousin to king edward iii. From awardwinning author eva stachniak comes this passionate novel that tells the epic story of catherine the greats improbable rise to poweras seen through the everwatchful eyes of an allbutinvisible servant close to the throne. A triple knot takes the reader on an amazing journey into a fascinating era in english history. Chris nickson, author of the richard nottingham novels. The first is a biographical novel about alice perrers, the second about joan of kent, two fascinating women in the court of king edward iii. Emma campion candace robb did her graduate work in medieval literature and history, and has continued to study the period while working first as an editor of scientific publications and now for some years as a freelance writer. Apr 27, 2017 i love historical fiction about the english monarchy and court. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading a triple knot. Jul 08, 2014 i loved a triple knot and i look forward to more from emma campion. Emma campion introduces a triple knot at university book.
Susan fraser king, author of lady macbeth and queen hereafter a triple knot is the story of a steadfast love pitted against the cold, political maneuverings of 14th century plantagenet royals. Now she must defend her vow as the king furious at joans defiance prepares to marry her off to another man. Miss scarletts school of patternless sewing by kathy cano murillo. Candace robb, pen name emma campion a triple knot trade. Emma campion is the author of the historical novels the kings mistress and a triple knot, both of which are set in the fourteenth century. Buy a cheap copy of a triple knot book by emma campion. A triple knot dazzled, packed with all the romance and intrigue of plantagenet england. A triple knot is a brilliant, tender portrait of a passionate woman in dangerous times. I loved a triple knot and i look forward to more from emma campion. This book list features the best romance novels of all time, the 10 best love stories of ever written. Based on true events, this novel interweaves love, duty, and betrayal in the clandestine marriages of the infamous joan of kent.
Interview with emma campion, author of a triple knot patricia. See all books authored by emma campion, including the kings mistress, and a triple knot, and more on thriftbooks. Set amid the hardships and uncertainties of the hundred years war, emma. Im always up for learning something new while being entertained. Today i am delighted to welcome my good friend, the critically acclaimed author emma campion, to discuss her newest book, a triple knot. Emma campion is a pseudonym of the popular historical crime writer candace robb. She did her graduate work in medieval and anglosaxon literature and is the worlds foremost scholar more about emma campion. Jan 16, 2015 in her critically acclaimed the kings mistress, emma campion showcased her ability to handle both history and story with skill. The kings mistress and a triple knot were written as emma campion. In a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent, to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and emotionally resonant tale of intrigue, love, and betrayal. A triple knot is a riveting tale from start to finish. A triple knot, emmacampion shop online for books in the. A novel of catherine the great by eva stachniak book description.
Jul 29, 2014 in a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent, to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and emotionally resonant tale of intrigue, love, and betrayal. Emma campion the critically acclaimed author of the kings mistress brings another fascinating woman from history to life in an enthralling story of political intrigue, personal tragedy, and illicit love. Vivid, well researched and beautifully written, campions joan of kent is a worthy heroine and one you will never forget. In a triple knot, emma campion brings joan, the fair maid of kent to glorious life, deftly weaving details of king edward iiis extravagant court into a rich and emotionally resonant tale of intrigue, love, and betrayal. In her critically acclaimed the kings mistress, emma campion showcased her ability to handle both history and story with skill.