Historical Fiction
The Queen Among Kings is the story of Isabella of France, the wife of Edward II and Queen of England in the early 14th century. Isabella came to England expecting the chivalry and grace of her father’s court. Instead, she found corruption, betrayal, and a husband who was more devoted to his court favorites than to his kingdom.
Stripped of her lands, wealth and influence, Isabella was left to navigate a treacherous court dominated by the greedy and powerful Hugh Despenser. But Isabella was no mere pawn. With intelligence, courage and a heart tempered by love and loss, she gathers allies, forms a daring plan and challenges the very men who seek to control her. Her cause is not only for her own survival, but the future of her son, the heir to England’s throne.
A tale of bravery, forbidden romance and the relentless pursuit of justice, The Queen Among Kings tells the story of Isabella’s journey from powerless exile to the architect of her own – and England’s – destiny.
Brian Martin was born and raised in Dallas and studied history at The University of Texas. Though he spent 35 years in the software industry, Brian continued to study medieval history. Now retired, Brian has the time to write the books he always said he’d write “some day”.