1461. Through blood and battle Edward of York has gained England’s throne – king by right and conquest – 18 years old and unstoppable.
Cecily Neville has piloted his rise to power and stands at his shoulder now, the first to claim the title King’s Mother.
But to win a throne is not to keep it and war will come again. As brother betrays brother, and trusted cousins turn treacherous, other mothers rise up to fight for other sons.
Cecily must focus her will to defeat every challenge. Wherever they come from. Whatever the cost.
For there can be only one King, and only one King’s Mother.
The King’s Mother by Annie Garthwaite is published on 11 July, 2024.
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