Rotherweird: Rotherweird Book I

In 1558, twelve gifted children were banished to the town of Rotherweird by their Tudor queen. Four and a half centuries later, an Outsider arrives with enough wealth and power to buy the town, revealing its deeply buried secrets.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2018
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

In the captivating world of literature, a book emerges that possesses extraordinary and perilous qualities. Written by the acclaimed Hilary Mantel, known for her masterpiece "Wolf Hall," this enthralling tale takes readers on a mesmerizing journey. Joining forces with M.R. Carey, the bestselling author of "The Girl With All the Gifts," this imaginative masterpiece showcases a tour de force of storytelling.

Set in 1558, the story unfolds as twelve gifted children, banished by their Tudor queen to the town of Rotherweird, are both revered and feared. Some see them as the golden generation, while others label them as the devil's spawn. However, one thing is certain: they hold a profound significance that transcends time.

Fast forward to the present day, four and a half centuries later, Rotherweird finds itself isolated from the rest of England, still bound by its ancient laws. However, a peculiar condition arises: the town and its history remain untouched by the scholarly eye. That is until an Outsider arrives, a man of unparalleled wealth and power, possessing enough resources to purchase the entire town, including its deeply buried secrets.

Welcome to Rotherweird, a place where the boundaries of reality and imagination intertwine, where secrets are waiting to be unearthed, and where the fate of the town hangs in the balance. This remarkable achievement has garnered critical acclaim from esteemed publications such as the Sunday Independent, the Guardian, and others. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of two talented authors to transport readers to a world of wonder and intrigue.

Weight: 336g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784297633
Edition number: Illustrated ed