The swift and the harrier is both a wonderful historical novel and a live story rolled into one.
The novel is set during the civil war in 1642-1649 and follows the life of Jayne swift who, although her gender does not allow her to use the title, is a physician of growing renown.
Jayne is on the side of peace and yet finds herself constantly pulled between Royalists and Parliamentarians as wherever she goes she is held in high esteem.
A story full of history and interest in the intricacies of the civil war, as well as familial drama.
The most intriguing character is William Harrier, who appears to take on many guises. As the story unfolds we, and Jayne, learn more about his past and his convictions.
Powerful characters who draw you in, heart breaking as well as comical incidents keep you reading and a beautiful love story rounds off a wonderful read.
The novel is set during the civil war in 1642-1649 and follows the life of Jayne swift who, although her gender does not allow her to use the title, is a physician of growing renown.
Jayne is on the side of peace and yet finds herself constantly pulled between Royalists and Parliamentarians as wherever she goes she is held in high esteem.
A story full of history and interest in the intricacies of the civil war, as well as familial drama.
The most intriguing character is William Harrier, who appears to take on many guises. As the story unfolds we, and Jayne, learn more about his past and his convictions.
Powerful characters who draw you in, heart breaking as well as comical incidents keep you reading and a beautiful love story rounds off a wonderful read.