Books by Charles Cordell – historical fiction author

Books by Charles Cordell, the author of English Civil War historical fiction series Divided Kingdom.

Divided Kingdom – English Civil War historical fiction series

God's Vindictive Wrath - novel by Charles Cordell

God’s Vindictive Wrath – Civil War novel

From the carnage of Edgehill, via Oxford, the clash at Aylesbury and peace talks at Colnbrook to the barricades at Brentford – each character must face the brutal reality of war. This story takes a fresh approach. It is not based on a single hero. It does not take sides. Its voices – ordinary men and women – face each other in the chaos of Britain in civil war. All have answered a call to save England. Now only an English mile separates them on the battlefield.

Published by Myrmidon and reviewed in The Times, 12 July 2022.

Desecration: Winchester 1642 - Civil War short story

Desecration – Civil War short story #1

A desperate ride, a city stormed, a last stand, a forlorn hope. Humiliation, desecration, cleansing fire and bitter wind sweep through Winchester’s streets, castle, close and sacred aisles. England, December, 1642.

Published as an eBook by Amazon, 5 May 2024.

The Keys of Hell and Death - an English Civil War novel by Charles Cordell

The Keys of Hell and Death – novel #2

From the brutal Battle of Lansdown Hill, via the Siege of Devizes, Roundway Down and Bath to the Storming of Bristol in 1643, Book #2 of the Divided Kingdom series takes some of the characters from God’s Vindictive Wrath to the edge of Hell and drags others into the Civil War that racks Britain. All must face the brutal reality of war. This story is not based on a single hero. It does not take sides. Its voices – ordinary men and women – fight to save England in the chaos that is the 17th Century.

Published by Myrmidon on 4 June 2024.

Divided Kingdom Book #3 – in draft

From the Storming and massacre of Bolton, via the Siege of York, to the cataclysmic clash of Marston Moor in 1644, Book #3 of the Divided Kingdom series is in writing. It sees the return of many of the characters of God’s Vindictive Wrath, as well as new.

Publication planned for 2025.

About the Divided Kingdom books

The Divided Kingdom books take a fresh approach. They are not based on a single hero. They do not take sides. Their voices – ordinary men and women – face each other in the chaos of the English Civil War. Their are both relatable and sharply relevant today.

Hardship, inequality, injustice – issues that echo again today – scar each character. Each faces the brutal reality and human emotions of war – the bloodiest in British history. A war fought in its towns, villages and fields. A war that forged the United Kingdom.

Praise for the Divided Kingdom series

“Charles Cordell, a former soldier, writes with bravura confidence.” The Times

“Stirring. A great read! You can almost hear the roar of cannon and the thunder of hooves.” Ben KaneSunday Timesbestselling author, The Forgotten LegionHannibal and Lionheart

“Heart-pounding action, heart-breaking loss as a nation tears itself apart. You can smell the sweat of fear. … Not to be missed.” David Gilman, award-winning author of the Master of War series, The Last Horseman and The Englishman

“Fast-paced and authentic. With characters that are colourful and believable. There are not enough tales like this.” Michael Arnold, author of the Civil War Chronicles and Highwayman series

“An exciting minute-by-minute story of the English Civil War … from the soldier’s point of view … the historical accuracy is fantastic … the storyline and writing style tremendously exciting.” Historical Novels Review

Divided Kingdom News, Reviews & Readers’ Club

If you want to receive news of upcoming books by Charles Cordell, offers and editorial reviews, you can find the latest updates and follow the story at Divided Kingdom News. Alternatively, check out the reader reviews and ratings, and follow Charles Cordell on Goodreads and Amazon, or social media at #DividedKingdomBooks.

If you want to meet the author, you can find a calendar of upcoming author talks and battlefield walks at Charles Cordell Events. If you want even more, join us in the Divided Kingdom Readers’ Club. Members receive FREE exclusive access to unpublished short stories, email and more. Click the link to sign up and join the Clubmen.

Alternatively, why not check out a FREE Divided Kingdom Read Sample.

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