The King's Jew

Many of the characters in this novel were real people whose actions took place on the day and times mentioned in the book. Welcome to the medieval world of ‘The King’s Jew’. All these people were just like you and me: the same passions, loves, hopes and fears. What to us may seem brutal was normal to them. So please come to terms with the harsh reality of Thirteenth Century England and marvel at the enduring love that runs throughout this work. Midnight, Westminster Abbey, Friday, October 27, 1307. Lord Cristian Gilleson keeps a lonely vigil at the tomb of King Edward the First. Death stalks the Abbey as King Edward II, Piers Gaveston and their supporters seek to destroy Cristian before the funeral rites begin. A long night of danger awaits and many will not live to see the dawn. Plot and counter-plot in the dark streets of medieval London as Gilleson (known to his enemies as “The King’s Jew") reflects on a turbulent life with his king. His enemies are many and supporters few yet he will keep his promise to the greatest of England’s monarchs or die in the attempt. Death holds no fears for a man who has walked in the company of kings.