Talion

About the Book

Against the backdrop of fifteenth century England, Karen Stokes has spun an uninhibited novel of a sociopathic young woman.

It is the story of Darkess. A twin disowned at birth by her father, a wealthy knight. Spirited away as an infant to be raised by peasants she has a loveless and abusive childhood.

When grown she seeks revenge and suffers betrayal and deceit. Vowing to regain her position and all the wealth owing she uses the skill of a witch and cunning deception. Aided by a secret passage and stalked by an apparition, Darkess desperately seeks to claim her birthright.

About the Author

Intrigue invades the plot of another novel by Karen Stokes. She paints with words making her characters come alive to romp in the pages of a captivating story. Living in a small town her time is spent writing. Interrupted by lectures and book signings where she enjoys meeting her readers.