The Jacobites' Plight

This is historical fiction at its very best. I've always been quite a supporter of the Jacobites, so it really was a pleasure to read this excellent novel. The characters are all splendidly memorable: the Earl and Countess of Nithsdale, Lady Anne Carrington, Lady Mary Herbert and Joseph Gage, all tou......more

Second in the series, and it didn't disappoint. Enjoyed as much as the first. Historical fiction at its best.......more

A well-written novel and a carry-on from the Jacobite's wife which I have not read. It's based on the 18th century and there are lots of characters which at times could be quite confusing. Most of the people with titles fell on hard times but Winifred's husband would not admit to it and made sure he......more

This book tells what life was like as those who believe they are entitled to live the life of royals and gentry fall on hard times, often due to politics as well as their own mistakes. I got a bit confused about who was who at times due to some duplication of names (although I understand that would......more

This is the second book in this series which I have enjoyed reading. This is a historical story about lies, loyalties, rivals that takes place during a war. This is a well written story where the author used details to make the story realistic which made it easy to read. I enjoyed the characters and......more