The Greatest Knight: The Unsung Story of the Queen's Champion

Elizabeth Chadwick

Sep 2009 · Sourcebooks, Inc.

About this ebook

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"The best writer of medieval fiction currently around."—Historical Novels Review

Royal protector. Loyal servant. Forgotten hero.

12th century, England: A penniless young knight with few prospects, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he saves the life of Henry II's formidable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine. In gratitude, she appoints him tutor to the heir to the throne, the volatile and fickle Prince Henry. But being a royal favorite brings its share of danger and jealousy as well as fame and reward.

A writer of uncommon historical integrity and accuracy, Elizabeth Chadwick resurrects the true story of one of England's greatest forgotten heroes in a captivating blend of fact and fiction. The Greatest Knight restores William Marshal to his rightful place at the pinnacle of the British Middle Ages, reflecting through him the triumphs, scandals, and power struggles that haven't changed in eight hundred years.

Fans of Phillipa Gregory, Susanna Kearsley, or Diana Gabaldon are sure to recognize The Greatest Knight as exceptional historical fiction, bringing medieval Britain to brilliant life.

More Novels of Elizabeth Chadwick's William Marshal:

The Greatest Knight

The Scarlet Lion

For the King's Favor

Templar Silks

To Defy a King

Ratings and reviews

A really good read of the events surrounding William Marshal's life. I like the fact the author admits to knowing what is fact and lets you know which parts she has fictionalized because no known facts exist of the true events. I became interest in William Marshal after some one referenced him to a character in "Game of Thrones" I was not disappointed one bit with Elizabeth Chadwick's depiction of this great man.

I had never heard of this man and I am so happy with Chadwick's books on him! He deserves to be known. A man with integrity and true honor! Very much worth reading these books!

Good, but I'd not say great. I found the writing style a bit simple for my tastes.

About the author

Elizabeth Chadwick lives near Nottingham with her husband and two sons. She is the author of 17 historical novels, including Lords of the White Castle, Shadows and Strongholds, A Place Beyond Courage, The Scarlet Lion, The Winter Mantle, and The Falcons of Montebard, four of which have been shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists' Awards.