Hastings (Conquest Book 1)

The battle that changed everything -is the way that many people view the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The shock wave it sent through the medieval world rippled for centuries.The story of a young illegitimate son of a Norman noble and the daughter of an English housecarl. Forced to be little more than a servant Richard fitz Malet shows the world and his half brothers that he has qualities that mark him as different. When he meets the famous troubadour, Taillefer, he becomes one of the most skilled swordsmen in Duke William’s army as they prepare to invade England and claim the crown promised to him by King Edward.Hosker’s ability to describe battles--both the “big picture” and the reality of up-close fighting between men grimly trying to kill each other—really shines. He knows every detail of the weapons and armory. Those curious about William the Conqueror will find fascinating descriptions of his court and his trips to England with Richard in his retinue. - Nancy Bilyeau, author of The Blue Read more