New Novel Sheds Light on the Forgotten Women of Tudor England
‘The reader will discover familiar themes of love, loyalty, loss, family and hope in an immersive world which will cause the reader to re-examine their own relationships and world.’
Rev Jason Powell, Greater Manchester
In an age dominated by kings, courtiers and conquest, Woman of Glass turns the spotlight on a young woman whose art and courage defied the expectations of her time. Set amid the… Read More »
Can a pandemic colour our view of God?
‘As I journeyed through each window, I couldn’t help but be moved by Amalric’s life to reflect on my own life.’
Rev Jason Powell, Greater Manchester
As recent news has reminded us, the Covid-19 pandemic and our response to it remain very much frontpage news. But if this shows their lasting impact on our lives, how much more must the terrible plagues of the Middle Ages have influenced the people they left behind – and even their understanding of God… Read More »
Part One
Love
Chapter One
Amalric Faceby settled in his chair. The age-loosened wooden joints shifted slightly, causing it to strain to one side, but he’d learnt to compensate and didn’t mind the familiar bother of it. He adjusted his position to correct the leaning and let the chair hold him with its arms and high back. He felt as one with it; like him, its legs were scarred with burns and it creaked the wear and tear… Read More »
Chapter One
East Riding of Yorkshire, early spring 1349
A few spluttering and stinking tallow candles added little light to the meagre glow of smouldering damp logs in the fireplace of the Warren Horesby tavern. A seated figure in coarse travel robes sat with hands tucked in wide sleeves to keep warm. His hood flopped forward, deeply shadowing his eyes. Around him huddled the men of the village… Read More »
Andrea, how long have you been writing and how did you get started?
I suppose I’ve always enjoyed the process of writing and any research involved but I started to focus on it more when my mother was distressingly ill about eleven years ago; I found writing my thoughts very therapeutic. Then I decided to do an Open University creative writing course… Read More »
What might happen if modern medicine fails?
Effects of devastating disease on society
Its impact on Christian art
The power of faith, art and healing
Hope and strength in adversity
Vividly illustrates medieval life, faith and disease Read More »
