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The King's Way Home
Won 2023 Indie Book Awards - (53 countries) Inspirational Fiction
The Hidden Brought to China by a Syrian monk, the Scrolls contain a timeless wisdom for humanity. For hundreds of years, they have remained in the East. Now a Chinese master gives Captain Jacob van Horn a sacred Find the one in the West destined to receive the Scrolls’ wisdom.
To van Horn’s surprise, sixteen-year-old James IV of Scotland is the one he seeks. But Scotland is on the brink of a bloody civil war where James will have to fight his own father for the throne.
In his battles, the young prince must use the Scrolls and van Horn’s guidance, the love of Margaret Drummond, and a game his father has banned to gain and hold the crown. But another, more important destiny arises within him . . .
Then a tragic loss strikes at the pinnacle of his success. The Scrolls’ wisdom must help him find his way, or James IV will lose not only the throne but a priceless gift meant for the world.
The Hidden Brought to China by a Syrian monk, the Scrolls contain a timeless wisdom for humanity. For hundreds of years, they have remained in the East. Now a Chinese master gives Captain Jacob van Horn a sacred Find the one in the West destined to receive the Scrolls’ wisdom.
To van Horn’s surprise, sixteen-year-old James IV of Scotland is the one he seeks. But Scotland is on the brink of a bloody civil war where James will have to fight his own father for the throne.
In his battles, the young prince must use the Scrolls and van Horn’s guidance, the love of Margaret Drummond, and a game his father has banned to gain and hold the crown. But another, more important destiny arises within him . . .
Then a tragic loss strikes at the pinnacle of his success. The Scrolls’ wisdom must help him find his way, or James IV will lose not only the throne but a priceless gift meant for the world.
348 pages, Paperback
Published August 25, 2022
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April 22, 2023
I chose this book, because I love history. I read a lot about the Tudors and Stewarts.
This book was very different from other books.
James IV was may be the best king the Scots ever had. He was so different form his father and grandfather. This story takes James on a spiritual path. We discovered why he was such a good leader.
Also this story is based on myths and speculations in history. The circumstances of his death and the days and years after that, And so the stories about this king started.
It is a great way to reach out to readers, who need the spirituality in their lives.
The story doesn't stick exactly to the history. In the story the king sends his friend on a mission, while in real life, he fought on the battle field. Yes, Margaret Drummond died, but it could have been food poisoning as well, since in those times hygiene was not at its best.
Margaret was perhaps his favourite mistress, but there is nothing about their child. And even in the days of Margaret other illegitimate children were born.
These are just a few things to mention.
So, yes I find it difficult to rate this book. I mean, I like retelling fairy tales, but this is history.
I want to give two stars for the history and four stars for the idea of this book, which was very good.
This book was very different from other books.
James IV was may be the best king the Scots ever had. He was so different form his father and grandfather. This story takes James on a spiritual path. We discovered why he was such a good leader.
Also this story is based on myths and speculations in history. The circumstances of his death and the days and years after that, And so the stories about this king started.
It is a great way to reach out to readers, who need the spirituality in their lives.
The story doesn't stick exactly to the history. In the story the king sends his friend on a mission, while in real life, he fought on the battle field. Yes, Margaret Drummond died, but it could have been food poisoning as well, since in those times hygiene was not at its best.
Margaret was perhaps his favourite mistress, but there is nothing about their child. And even in the days of Margaret other illegitimate children were born.
These are just a few things to mention.
So, yes I find it difficult to rate this book. I mean, I like retelling fairy tales, but this is history.
I want to give two stars for the history and four stars for the idea of this book, which was very good.
October 24, 2022
The Hidden Scrolls: Brought to China by a Syrian monk, the Scrolls contain a timeless wisdom for humanity. For hundreds of years, they have remained in the East. Now a Chinese master gives Captain Jacob van Horn a sacred mission: Find the one in the West destined to receive the Scrolls’ wisdom.
To van Horn’s surprise, sixteen-year-old James IV of Scotland is the one he seeks. But Scotland is on the brink of a bloody civil war where James will have to fight his own father for the throne.
In his battles, the young prince must use the Scrolls and van Horn’s guidance, the love of Margaret Drummond, and a game his father has banned to gain and hold the crown. But another, more important destiny arises within him . . .
Then a tragic loss strikes at the pinnacle of his success. The Scrolls’ wisdom must help him find his way, or James IV will lose not only the throne but a priceless gift meant for the world.
To van Horn’s surprise, sixteen-year-old James IV of Scotland is the one he seeks. But Scotland is on the brink of a bloody civil war where James will have to fight his own father for the throne.
In his battles, the young prince must use the Scrolls and van Horn’s guidance, the love of Margaret Drummond, and a game his father has banned to gain and hold the crown. But another, more important destiny arises within him . . .
Then a tragic loss strikes at the pinnacle of his success. The Scrolls’ wisdom must help him find his way, or James IV will lose not only the throne but a priceless gift meant for the world.
March 20, 2023
The Kings Way Home is an extraordinary book that I would highly recommend to people who love historical fiction and even the new age genre (others, too)!
The beginning of the book struck me a little weird with the first merging of East and West, but immediately after the initial meeting - the book took off.
Captain van Horn took on a formidable task after coming from the bottom the barrel and saved by Zheng He to find someone in the West worthy of receiving teachings that originated in the West (a Syrian monk) but were brought East. After meeting with many people, van Horn finds his worthy person with the boy who later become James IV of Scotland. The story then goes through James's learning of the teachings as well as going through the history as we know it.
At the end, we find that some things James thought were not to be; some things James thought came to be; and he was able to be free to be who he really was. And in being who he really was, well, he was surprised.
The beginning of the book struck me a little weird with the first merging of East and West, but immediately after the initial meeting - the book took off.
Captain van Horn took on a formidable task after coming from the bottom the barrel and saved by Zheng He to find someone in the West worthy of receiving teachings that originated in the West (a Syrian monk) but were brought East. After meeting with many people, van Horn finds his worthy person with the boy who later become James IV of Scotland. The story then goes through James's learning of the teachings as well as going through the history as we know it.
At the end, we find that some things James thought were not to be; some things James thought came to be; and he was able to be free to be who he really was. And in being who he really was, well, he was surprised.
August 24, 2023
The book revolves around a question, “What is man’s greatest treasure: power, wealth, knowledge or love? The answer reveals the condition of a man’s soul. King James answers rightly and embarks on a journey to understand his soul, protect it, be guided by it , surrender to it and embrace it above all else. The author suggests this journey may have guided King James IV as he settle disputes, establish a justice systems and built the Royal College of Surgeons. The author cleverly draws parallels between mastering the game of golf and the soul. This book is full of adventure, romance, treachery and mystery. A real page turner!
March 7, 2023
The setting of this book is marvelous. In the late middle ages a young man becomes a king in Scotland. This in combination with some eastern ways of wisdom which are somehow related to Christianity can create a bestseller. However the development of the plot is too predictable and therefore you don’t get to know the characters better during the novel. I was happy when the book finished. Many thanks to NetGalley for the possibility to read and review an unknown novel.
October 17, 2025
Definitely a historical fiction/fantasy novel. Very interesting; I think the author did a good job with the characters, which must have been difficult. The story does not wander, it stays the course throughout. I can appreciate that author giving some historical background at the end. Also, I love how the game of golf was woven into the story. I never thought of it that way!
March 2, 2023
This book was not for me. I’m not a fan of golf, so found those part boring. I couldn’t figure out if the spiritual parts were spiritual or mystical. It came across as a “magic system”.
I enjoyed the true historical aspects. I learned something from this book because of those.
I enjoyed the true historical aspects. I learned something from this book because of those.
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