A Marriage of Fortune, Anne OBrien
A Marriage of Fortune, Anne OBrien
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A Marriage of Fortune
The captivating historical novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

Author: Anne O'Brien

Narrator: Anne O'Brien, Jilly Bond

Unabridged: 16 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orion

Published: 01/19/2023

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

'A compelling tale of a family caught up in the turmoil of the Wars of the Roses... Be warned: it's dangerously addictive' TRACY BORMAN

England. 1469.

A fortunate marriage will change history.
A scandal could destroy everything...

Margaret Paston, matriarch of the Paston family, knows that a favourable 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

About Jilly Bond

Jilly Bond has been an actress for over twenty years, with significant experience on stage, radio and television, including Judge John Deed, Doctors and People Like Us. She has appeared in over one hundred radio plays, including The Barchester Chronicles and The Archers and has read numerous audiobooks.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Annarella on December 30, 2022

This is a strong and compelling historical fiction, a family saga ful of emotions and actions. I liked the fleshed out characters, the vivid historical background, and the solid plot. The author is an excellent storyteller. Recommended. Many thanks to the publisher for this arc, all opinions are mine......more

Goodreads review by Emma on November 27, 2022

Anne O'Brien is a Queen of historical fiction in her own right. The pages are steeped in historical detail and tell the story of multiple women during this time. An interesting insight. Historical storytelling at its finest.......more

Goodreads review by Helen on January 22, 2023

This sequel to The Royal Game continues the story of the Paston family. The Pastons were an influential Norfolk family during the 15th century and left behind a collection of private correspondence, known as the Paston Letters, which are a valuable source of information on life in England at this ti......more

Goodreads review by Katrina on December 31, 2022

This is the third (and most certainly not the last) of Anne O’Brien’s books that I have read. A Marriage of Fortune is the sequel to The Royal Game, which I thought was absolutely fantastic. I really enjoyed seeing what was next for the Paston women and family, although with this stage in their story......more

Goodreads review by Paradise on January 21, 2023

Although the Tudor period is often said to be the favourite, there is a lot to be said about the years before. The Wars of the Roses are a fascinating time in history, with some excellent characters and plenty of scandal and war. A Marriage of Fortune begins two decades before the Battle of Bosworth.......more


Quotes

Anne O'Brien gets right inside the heads of her medieval characters! JOANNA HICKSON

A compelling tale of a family caught up in the turmoil of the Wars of the Roses . . . Be warned: it's dangerously addictive TRACY BORMAN

A magnificently researched book, which brings the Paston family and the Wars of the Roses to life in an enthralling story of strong women and advantageous marriages CLARE HOLLINGWORTH