The King's Achievement / Robert Hugh Benson

Finally back in print. This is amongst the greatest of Msgr Benson's many books. He incorporates Church History, world history, romance, intrigue, vocations, martyrdom, war, and family in a breathtaking historical novel. The setting is 16th century England. The story revolves around the gradual destruction of the monasteries by King Henry VIII and the effects of this destruction on the priests, nuns and families that held fast to the Faith of their Fathers. The book will grasp your complete attention right up to the climactic ending in the Tower of London. Printed on heavy cream paper.