I am an author and musician, passionate about the Middle Ages. I play the gittern, a beautiful medieval stringed instrument, ancestor of the guitar; and a thirteenth century recorder, a replica of one which was excavated from medieval ruins in modern-day Poland.Tales of Castle Rory bring to life a World of Medieval Mystery and Magic, in the demesne of Lord Rory of Hambrig. Set in the latter part of the thirteenth century, these stories have adventure, mystery and magic at their heart. You'll also find relationships, romance, friendships and the forging and breaking of ties between people and nations. Running through the Tales are themes of family, loyalty, trust and resilience, together with the other sides of those coins: abandonment, betrayal, loss and disempowerment. To find out more about Rory's magical adventures, my books and my writing life, sign up for my reader newsletter, The Household News, via the talesofcastlerory website.When you subscribe, you'll immediately receive a free short ebook prequel: Mansurah: Jonny's Tale. It describes what happened when Jonny and Rory went on the Seventh Crusade, and it's told from Jonny's point of view. This story is only available to The Household News subscribers.You can also contact me via the website to tell me your thoughts about my books and to ask questions. I would love to hear from you!Read more about this authorRead less about this author