A Wounded Realm

In A Wounded Realm, the stories of Gruffydd and Nesta intertwine as they navigate through captivity and political intrigue, seeking hope for a reborn kingdom.

In A Wounded Realm, Gruffydd ap Cynan finds himself lost and alone, with his army in disarray. After twelve long years of imprisonment, his people have begun to believe he is dead. In the grimy corners of Chester Castle, a prisoner, cloaked in rags and subjected to ridicule, harbors an unquenchable desire for freedom that burns fiercely within him. Despite the dire circumstances, the hope of liberation remains alive in his heart.

Meanwhile, Nesta, a princess caught in her own chains, faces a different kind of captivity. Following the death of her father, Tewdwr, she is forcibly taken to London to serve at the court of King William, the son of the Conqueror. In this treacherous environment, she discovers that the political machinations of the court can be as perilous as the battles fought on the field. The attentions of various princes and lords pose threats that she must navigate carefully to survive.

As the royal lineage of Wales dwindles, the bloodline of Rhodri Mawr offers a glimmer of hope. A Wounded Realm explores themes of resilience and the quest for redemption, suggesting that even a fractured kingdom can be restored. Through the intertwining fates of Gruffydd and Nesta, the narrative reveals the enduring spirit of those who dare to dream of a brighter future, despite the shadows of their pasts.