The Shadow of the King
Britain lies uneasily at peace, and Arthur Pendragon, King of Britain, is secure in his stronghold in the heart of the Summer Lands. Ever the fighter, he defies the advice of his wife Gwenhwyfar to sail for Gaul to defend his territories in Less Britain, leaving his country vulnerable and leaderless. When word comes that the Pendragon has fallen in battle, Gwenhwyfar, at Caer Cadan with their small daughter, faces overthrow by the powerful council headed by Arthur's uncle, who is anxious to reassert Roman ways. Also opposed by Arthur's ambitious ex-wife, Winifred, keen to advance her own son as the rightful heir, Gwenhwyfar must struggle to carve out a future for herself and her daughter. But, unknown to Gwenhwyfar, events abroad mean a far mightier battle for the Pendragon throne – and the very future of Britain itself – lies ahead.
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Helen Hollick
Helen Hollick (born 1953) is a British author. She is the author of an Arthurian trilogy, The Pendragon's Banner Trilogy, which is a re-telling of the Arthurian legend (written as what might have really happened). She has also written other historical books.
The Pendragon's Banner Trilogy
The Pendragon's Banner Trilogy consists of three books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
