The Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck: a romance

Set against the turbulent aftermath of the Wars of the Roses, this novel follows the charismatic Perkin Warbeck, a claimant who convinces many that he is the lost Duke of York. Blending meticulous research with vivid storytelling, the author paints a world of courtly conspiracies, whispered letters, and shifting loyalties that feel both grand and intimate. Warbeck's rise is portrayed not as a simple imposture but as a compelling drama where belief, ambition, and personal honor collide. The narrative balances factual chronicles with the romance of a man driven by hope and the desperate desire to be recognized as king.

After the chaos of Bosworth, Warbeck flees across the English countryside, pursued by royal agents and aided by a network of sympathetic nobles. Along the way he encounters a determined, high‑born lady whose loyalty and affection become his most treasured refuge amid constant danger.