A Marriage of Fortune: The captivating new historical novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

In the Wars of the Roses, the Paston family is caught up in a web of political intrigue and personal drama.
The Wars of the Roses is a historical novel by Tracy Borman that follows the Paston family, who are caught up in a web of political intrigue and personal drama. Margaret Paston must find a favorable match for one of her daughters to survive the loss of their Caister Castle, while Anne Haute is embroiled in a betrothal to Sir John Paston. Each woman must decide: Head or heart? Love or duty? Reputation- or scandal?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

England. 1469. A fortunate marriage will change history. A scandal could destroy everything. Margaret Paston, matriarch of the Paston family, knows that a favorable match for one of her unruly daughters is the only way to survive the loss of their recently acquired Caister Castle. But as the War of the Roses rages on, dangerous enemies will threaten even her best-laid plans. Margery Paston, her eldest daughter, has always strived to uphold the Paston name and do her mother proud. But when she loses her heart to a man below her station, she must make a terrible choice: will she betray her family and risk everything for a chance at true love? Anne Haute, first cousin to the Queen, is embroiled in a longstanding betrothal to Sir John Paston, the eldest son and heir to the Paston seat. But despite his promises, Anne can't help but doubt that he will ever keep his word and make her his wife. In the midst of civil war, each of these women must decide: Head or heart? Love or duty? Reputation- or scandal? Praise for A Marriage of Fortune: Anne O'Brien gets right inside the heads of her medieval characters! JOANNA HICKSON Magnificently researched... an enthralling story of strong women and advantageous marriages. I was completely hooked! CLARE MARCHANT A beautifully researched novel told with understanding, subtlety, and a deft touch. Time travel at its best JOANNA COURTNEY

Weight: 334g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398711167