“[He] bowed his head, crossing himself, and so fervently did he pray that he almost missed the sound of the footsteps crossing the courtyard. But a man who has watched through many a long night waiting for that slight intake of breath that in the assassin makes before he sticks the dagger your back or slices his knife across your throat, can never again give himself over to prayer or sleep or even love-making without his sixth sense remaining ever watchful.”
In 'The Gallows Curse,' readers are drawn into a chilling narrative that explores the dark history and unexplained events associated with a notorious gallows. The story weaves together elements of supernatural suspense and historical intrigue, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they uncover the truth behind the curse. more
Karen Maitland, born on January 1, 1956, is a British author known for her historical novels set in the Middle Ages, which blend elements of mystery, suspense, and fantasy. more
“Alertness is a war strategy; quickness is a peril of blind warfare.”
“It's a very bad habit to put off disagreeable things...”