The distant hills - Judith Thomson

The next enthralling standalone novel, based on true events, from JudithThomson's Philip Devalle series

1689. Englandis about to be plunged into a war with France. To say this does not suithalf-French Philip Devalle would be an understatement. With King William IIInow ruling England, Philip, whose efforts during the 'Glorious Revolution' havehelped put William there, is secure - for the moment. But his scheming has madehim unpopular with many. William and Mary have no children, and with Mary'ssister, Anne, heir to the throne, Philip fears his future may yet be uncertain.

When he receives an invitation to meet with King Louis, theFrench King he has served in the past, Philip is intrigued. A gambler at heart,he risks the consequences and travels to Versailles, in the hope that it mightbe to his advantage. He believes he has no enemies in France. He is wrong.

Now with his life in peril, Philip must learn who wants himdead - and seek retribution. For this adventure to end well, no-one can beabove suspicion... not even Louis himself.

A fantastic addition to the engaging and educational Philip Devalle series, this standalone novelwill appeal to those fascinated by history's political intrigues andlarger-than-life characters, as well as those who enjoy a deft plot based ontrue events, where murder and scandal is rife and where players hide theirmotives in shadows.