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A Kingdom Divided

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Historical fiction/fantasy set in Llyonnesse during a time like the early Medieval  era in Britain. The story centres around two boys, 15 year old Uwain ad his 8 year old slave Tân, both of whom have a greater destiny than either of them know. They grow towards manhood in a kingdom rent by war between rival claimants to the High Kingship, while two powerful magicians, one good, one bad,  vie with each other to influence the course of events.

The characters are my own . The cover image is my photo and shows part of Carew Castle, Wales.All Rights Reserved

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