A RENAISSANCE TRILOGYThe Third and Latest Novel, 2017 The Golden Man When the Queen moves to Nonsuch Palace for the Court's summer recess in 1595 thirteen year old James becomes Sir Robert Cecil's messenger. This brings him close to Sir Robert's rivalry with the Earl of Essex and also to a number of civil disturbances on the streets of London. (ISBM 978-0-646-59543-6) |
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What a surprise! It is a lovely story, Paul, and so full of human frailty. It was only late in the story, very late, that the full implications of Shakespeare's Richard 11 became fully obvious. I had read of the intrigue of the Court with the various opinions of courtiers, suitors and advisors to Elizabeth but your story only magnified my understanding of how great a Queen Elizabeth was. - Jim Mitchell, fellow traveller
First Novel, 2009
The Perseus
While living in the household of the famous sculptor Benvenuto Cellini, ten year old Andrea Goro unwittingly makes important discoveries about the Duke's secret police. Nine years later he is upset that Cellini does not record these findings in his recently completed 'Autobiography'. (ISBM 978-0-646-50818-4)
The Perseus
While living in the household of the famous sculptor Benvenuto Cellini, ten year old Andrea Goro unwittingly makes important discoveries about the Duke's secret police. Nine years later he is upset that Cellini does not record these findings in his recently completed 'Autobiography'. (ISBM 978-0-646-50818-4)
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'The Perseus' is fascinating - evocative of both place and the spirit of the times. Andrea Goro is a strong character and the story rollicks along very readably. The book could be enjoyed by an intelligent ten year-old, as much as by an older reader interested in the period. It is a good book. I wish it well. - Eileen Dunlop, renowned children's novelist
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Second Novel, 2013
Revels' Boy |
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In the summer of 1594 twelve year old James becomes the page of Master Edmund Tylney, the Queen's Master of the Revels. When the theatres reopen after being closed for two years, Master Tylney has difficulty finding enough plays for the Court Theatre Season to be held just after Christmas. While helping him James becomes entangled in the world of theatre and Court politics. (ISBM 978-0-646-59543-6)
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I have read this book and thoroughly enjoyed it. I will be recommending it to the English Head of Faculty as it really does help to provide an insight into the late Elizabethan era and in particular theatre at the time that Shakespeare was writing. As a result it is helpful for any students who will be studying Shakespearean plays. I will ensure that the book is catalogued as a matter of priority and placed on our 'New Book Display' as soon as possible. - Mrs M. Bucholz, Head of Library and Information Services, Townsville Grammar School.