The Gunpowder Plot is the most celebrated event in English history. The 5th November 1605, when Guy Fawkes was caught attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament, has been remembered with fireworks and bonfires every year for over four centuries. But who was Guy Fawkes? Was he a terrorist or a liberator? A hero or a villain? Only one woman, his wife, Maria, really knew the truth about him. Growing up in the Catholic stronghold of Yorkshire as a headstrong, outspoken rebel, Maria shared his beliefs, his hopes and fears. But the real mastermind of the conspiracy and the love of Maria's life was Robert Catesby. Fatally charismatic and recklessly idealistic, he was a man gifted with great leadership qualities who inspired a dangerous devotion in all who knew him. Neither Maria nor the other conspirators could help but fall under his powerful spell as he created a cult of personality which would lead to their ultimate destruction. A story of tragedy, heroism and romance, this novel is the tale of two very different men, rivals for one woman's love and their place in history.
- ISBN10 178185548X
- ISBN13 9781781855485
- Publish Date 8 August 2018
- Publish Status Cancelled
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Head of Zeus
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 416
- Language English