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Paved with Good Intentions: A War for the Rose Throne novel
Eline is a mother, a wife, and a survivor. But her life is about to change dramatically. Following an act of horrific - if righteous - vengeance, Eline is blackmailed into the service of the Queen's Men. She knows it will be a hard life of violence and fear. But Eline will do what it takes to survive, and to protect her children . . . and if she's lucky, she won't die in the process.
But the Queen's Men aren't just asking her to risk herself. They're asking her to risk everything she knows and loves. And if she fails . . . civil war and the deaths of everyone she loves will be just the beginning.
A stand-alone novel set in the world of the War for the Rose Throne, perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie and Alex Marshall, featuring an incredible and unforgettable female anti-hero.
But the Queen's Men aren't just asking her to risk herself. They're asking her to risk everything she knows and loves. And if she fails . . . civil war and the deaths of everyone she loves will be just the beginning.
A stand-alone novel set in the world of the War for the Rose Throne, perfect for fans of Joe Abercrombie and Alex Marshall, featuring an incredible and unforgettable female anti-hero.
333 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 19, 2025
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About the author
Peter McLean
45 books1,058 followersPeter McLean was born near London in 1972, the son of a bank manager and an English teacher. He went to school in the shadow of Norwich Cathedral where he spent most of his time making up stories.
He has since grown up a bit, if not a lot, and spent 25 years working in corporate IT. He is married to Diane and is still making up stories.
He is the author of the War for the Rose Throne series, beginning with Priest of Bones, the Burned Man series, and numerous short stories for Warhammer.
Agent: Jennie Goloboy at DMLA
He has since grown up a bit, if not a lot, and spent 25 years working in corporate IT. He is married to Diane and is still making up stories.
He is the author of the War for the Rose Throne series, beginning with Priest of Bones, the Burned Man series, and numerous short stories for Warhammer.
Agent: Jennie Goloboy at DMLA
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January 1, 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed the war of the rose series and was pleasantly surprised to see there was a new installment, if not a continuation of the story. There were definitely intersections there, but also new characters and some new twists.
I enjoyed the story, and there was a lot crammed into a single book, which was obviously less textured and deep than the original series. Going from a wife and mother to.....well, thats for your to find out!.........meant that you definitely had to suspend belief more than normal.
More of a (dark) fun adventure than the deeper original story, but worth a read. Probably more towards 3.5 stars than 4.
I enjoyed the story, and there was a lot crammed into a single book, which was obviously less textured and deep than the original series. Going from a wife and mother to.....well, thats for your to find out!.........meant that you definitely had to suspend belief more than normal.
More of a (dark) fun adventure than the deeper original story, but worth a read. Probably more towards 3.5 stars than 4.
January 8, 2026
A return to form! Great read!
Peter McLean created a bloody, grim, fascinating world with his Rose Throne series and it was a pleasure to dive back in. Hoping for more!
Peter McLean created a bloody, grim, fascinating world with his Rose Throne series and it was a pleasure to dive back in. Hoping for more!
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