Introduction

This blog is for lovers of history and historical fiction set in England and France. 

Expect book reviews, profiles on historic personages and past events, info and background on my historical novels and future projects, plus the occasional writing tip.

Being an Englishman is probably why I’ve been fascinated by England’s history since my boyhood. My interest in France’s history has steadily grown throughout my life. The more I read of both countries, the more I discovered how they are often linked together, most notably since the Norman Conquest in 1066. 

For England, my main fascination is with the medieval period, so this will be my main focus, though on a wider scope, expect anything from post-Roman to pre-World War One.

For France, I’m more drawn to people and events of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, so don’t be surprised to find posts on the likes of Louis XIV and Madame de Pompadour.