Tag Archives: Elisha Rex

The Royal Touch: Laying on of Hands

Posted on February 12, 2016 by E. C. Ambrose

One of the fun things I got to play with during my protagonist, Elisha’s unexpected rise to the throne of England in book three was the idea of the king as a healer, specifically, as possessing the royal touch, wherein … Continue reading →

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Skulls and Cross Bones: the Medieval Ossuary at Hythe

Posted on September 10, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

I’d like to introduce you to the beautiful Norman-era church of Saint Leonard’s at Hythe.  This small, seaside town is about midway between Hastings and Dover, just enough off the beaten track to get few visitors.  The church is also … Continue reading →

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The Faithful Hound

Posted on July 25, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

This week, I had to say goodbye to a dear companion, but this isn’t really a personal blog, so rather than eulogize Jordi directly, I thought I would talk about just a little of the history of the faithful hound … Continue reading →

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Book Launch day, Elisha Rex!

Posted on July 7, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

Today is the big day, the launch of book 3 in my Dark Apostle series of fantasy novels about medieval surgery.  Please help me celebrate and spread the word! Once again, artist Cliff Nielsen has captured the spirit of the … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: Elisha Rex!

Posted on April 15, 2015 by E. C. Ambrose

And title reveal, too, I guess!  You can probably see why I’ve been keeping this title pretty close, but since it’s time to show off the cover, here goes! Once again, artist Cliff Nielsen has captured the spirit of the … Continue reading →

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