Joan: Forgotten Women of History Series, Book 1

by Anne R. Bailey, Christine Rendel (Narrator)

Love, turmoil, and war . . .

This is the story of Joan de Geneville, wife to one of England's most infamous Roger Mortimer.

After the death of her father in 1292, Joan becomes one of the greatest English heiresses of her generation. In a time when women are subservient, she is raised by her mother to command. Educated by her tutors, she becomes a formidable woman in her own right.

When Joan is married her husband's lust for power knows no bounds. She is forced to choose between her duty to her King and her loyalty to her husband.

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Published February 28, 2023

About the author

Anne is a novelist, entrepreneur and when she can find the time: wife.

Her love of historical fiction, writing, and romance encouraged her to dive head first into the world of publishing. With a cup of warm coffee by her side and her dog at her feet, she can be found at her desk writing late into the night.

Reviews

[Debbie]

The book was not bad, but could have used a going over by a good editor before being published. The story had an interesting and sympathetic main character in Joan, but failed to evoke any strong emotions. There just seemed to be something missing in the telling.