A gripping tale of faith, power, and betrayal in 17th-century England.In the tumultuous years after Charles I's execution,Patience Johnsonseeks purpose as the wife of preacherSidrach Simmonds, but their paths diverge when her brother,Will, becomes lawyer toOliver Cromwell. As Will navigates the treacherous world of politics and their brother-in-law,Sam Challoner, returns from exile, Patience and Will must confront their deepest loyalties.
Will they choose themselves, their loved ones, or their country? This historical fiction explores the clash between personal desires and societal expectations, set against the backdrop of religious extremism and political upheaval. Perfect for readers who enjoy character-driven narratives and suspenseful plots.
"There are echoes ofThe Miniaturistin this picture of a seventeenth century marriage but Antonia Senior's depiction is more complex. The particular setting ofThe Tyrant's Shadow, in the turbulent wake of the civil wars, means the stakes are stratospherically high, making the novel as much a political thriller as a domestic drama . . . . a gripping journey that twists and turns to the very final page. This is refined historical fiction at its very best." —Liz Freemantle
"An extraordinarily good historical novel by an author at the top of her game . . . If there's any justice in the world, it should be a bestseller." —Andrew Taylor
"Fresh and fearless historical fiction set in a fascinating era. And featuring top swearing. Loved it." —Anna Mazzola
"[Senior's] vivid characters [capture] this chaotic era with a lively sense of how it must have felt to those living through it'." —The Times
"A terrific read . . . confidently written." —Daily Mail
Antonia Senioris a former staff writer fol³0
![The Tyrant's Shadow [Paperback]](/itemImage/2/7/1/9/2_1271326.jpg "The Tyrant's Shadow [Paperback]")