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Forged in the North
A King's Gamble: The Neville's Cross Campaign, 1346
The Border Warriors: Book One
Released on Worms & Warriors Press
Northumberland, 1317. Rebellion smoulders on the edge of a fractured realm.
When Sir Gilbert de Middleton turns against the Crown, the borderlands erupt in violence. Castles burn, nobles fall, and the king’s authority falters. Into this storm rides Walter de Selby, a seasoned soldier and reluctant rebel navigating treacherous alliances, ruthless enemies, and the brutal reality of medieval war.
From covert ambushes to desperate sieges, Walter’s choices will shape his fate and the future of the north itself. Based on real events, Forged in the North blends meticulous historical research with visceral storytelling, dark humour, and unforgettable characters.
Ambition. Betrayal. Bloodshed.
Worms and Warriors Press, 2025
In 1346, as Edward III fights the French at Crécy, Scotland's King David II seizes his opportunity. England's armies are away, and victory seems close.
However, the invasion falters due to poor leadership and English resilience, turning into a disaster for Scotland.
A King’s Gamble is a gripping account of the 1346 campaign in England's northern border, highlighting the chaos and courage of medieval warfare.
Nick McLean's vivid storytelling reveals a fast-paced reality of war and invites readers to witness one of Britain’s most decisive battles.
Coming Soon!
The Shadow of Bannockburn: A Land Abandoned, 1314-1328
Examining the turmoil that engulfed the English realm after the disaster at Bannockburn in 1314.
Release date: TBC
Pen and Sword Books
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