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  • An Auspicious Match. An Invitation to War.
  • By: Elizabeth Chadwick
  • Narrated by: Helen Stern
  • Length: 16 hrs and 54 mins
  • 3.8 out of 5 stars (5 ratings)

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An auspicious match, an invitation to war.

Historical Novel Society Editor's Choice

England, 1238.

Raised at the court of King Henry III as a chamber lady to the queen, young Joanna of Swanscombe's life changes forever when she comes into an inheritance far above all expectations, including her own.

Now a wealthy heiress, Joanna's arranged marriage to the king's charming, tournament-loving half-brother, William de Valence, immediately stokes the flames of political unrest as more established courtiers object to the privileges bestowed on newcomers.

As Joanna and William strive to build a life together, England descends into a bitter civil war. In mortal danger, William is forced to run for his life, and Joanna is left with only her wit and courage to outfox their enemies and prevent them from destroying her husband, her family and their fortunes.
©2021 Elizabeth Chadwick (P)2021 Hachette Audio UK
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"Picking up an Elizabeth Chadwick novel you know you are in for a sumptuous ride." (Daily Telegraph)

"Elizabeth Chadwick has taken the few facts known about Joanna's life and turned them into a rich, detailed portrait of a woman attempting to survive brutal court politics." (The Times)

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Terrible narration . It’s seems that bad narration can ruin a good story. Most of Elizabeth Chadwick s books are entertaining and the use of language enhances the plot , usually the narrators add to the experience , this one detracts, ruins in fact, and annoys

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