![]() Leaving England to begin his crusade, Richard's kingdom is left in the hands of his brother, John, who casts covetous eyes on the crown, and his sister, Joanna, who is willing to defy even a king. ![]() And, against his father's wishes, he intends to make Berengaria, daughter of the King of Navarre, his Queen.īut first he must fulfil his vow to his country to win back Jerusalem for the Christian world. 'Jean Plaidy really brings history to life' - ***** Reader review 'Couldn't put this down' - ***** Reader review 'Excellent page-turning read for history lovers' - ***** Reader review ![]() 'Full-blooded, dramatic, exciting.' - Observer 'Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama' - New York Times At the age of thirty-two, Richard the Lionheart has finally succeeded Henry II to the English throne. Che Heart ofthefliofl jean Plaidy, one of the pre-eminent authors of historical fiction for most of the twentieth century, is the pen name of the prolific. If you like Philippa Gregory, you will love this historical page-turner from multi-million copy and international bestselling author Jean Plaidy. The Heart of the Lion (Plantagenet Saga 3) by Jean Plaidy 3.90 Rating details 882 ratings 39 reviews The third book in Jean Plaidy's epic Plantagenet series. ![]() A fascinating story of crusades and the desire to capture countries, hearts.and the throne. ![]()
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