Death To The Queen – Part 16

Sunday 23 September 2012 Guards surrounded Francois as he was escorted into the courtyard of the castle. The platform at the northern end of the courtyard was designed and positioned specifically to allow an unobstructed view to everyone who came … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 15

Saturday 22 – Sunday 23 September 2012 Face to face with her assassin, Queen Josslyn attempted to appear relaxed, but her eyes gave away the terror she was feeling. ‘What’s the matter, Josslyn? Suddenly you have nothing to say?’ Elle … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 14

Sunday 9 – Wednesday 19 September 2012 The moment Elle had been waiting for was within reach. Francois had seen to it that their death squad had taken up watch outside the throne room, and he had escorted Elle to … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 13

Thursday 6 – Saturday 8 September 2012 Francois waited impatiently for Lucy. In her role as Queen Josslyn’s Lady-in-waiting, Lucy was always punctual, and it was a habit that transferred to her personal time as well. She’d agreed to meet … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 11

Friday 31 August – Saturday 1 September 2012 ‘That’s a tough call,’ Barnaby rubbed his chin several times while he considered the plan they had just formulated. ‘What other option do we have? She doubled her guards for travelling, but … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 10

Wednesday 29 – Friday 31 August 2012 The time had finally come, and Elle had summoned all of the village leaders who had agreed to help. Barnaby’s cottage felt tiny filled with so many people. ‘Tonight, we plan,’ Elle said, … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 9

Monday 27 – Tuesday 28 August 2012 ‘Knowledge is a dangerous thing, Francois,’ her voice echoed through the great expanse that was the dining room. The servants had been promptly dismissed upon completion of serving breakfast to Queen Josslyn and … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 7

Saturday 18 – Sunday 19 August 2012 Francois walked his horse the last few yards to the cottage. It was perfectly hidden in the woods, and had been for as long as he could remember. It had been the secret … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 5

Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 August 2012 The afternoon sun shone into the room, filtered by the heavy velvet drapes, which were partially pulled across the window. Francois stood by the small window, the sun’s rays kissing his face, his … Continue reading →

Death To The Queen – Part 2

Friday 3 – Saturday 4 August 2012 Large drops of rain fell with increasing speed. If they didn’t make it to shelter within the next few minutes, Elle knew they would be soaked to the bone. ‘Barnaby, RUN,’ she called, … Continue reading →