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Who fired the arrow that killed King William Rufus, eldest son of William the Conqueror, in 1100 AD? No one knows - but in King of the Wood, acclaimed historical novelist Valerie Anand sets out a compelling and fascinating story that fits the known facts and provides a highly credible answer. William's addiction to vice and callous treatment of his subjects made him enemies on both sides of the English Channel, and provoked bitter resentment among noblemen, to say nothing of his disregarded show more younger brothers. His open homosexuality and disregard for religion also enraged the Church. As the story unfolds, we begin to understand just how unpopular the new king is - and why someone wants him dead... show lessTags
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Another great read from Valerie Anand. Although in the main a novel about William Rufus, one of the more interesting and unusual Medieval monarchs, it also serves as a fourth book in the author's Gildenford trilogy, following the lives of the descendants of Brand of Fallowdene. Great stuff.
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- William II, King of England (William Rufus); Brand of Fallowdene
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- England, UK (as England)
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