The Avenger

"Truth is a dangerous currency in the court of King John, and Deanda is about to find out exactly what her father's life is worth."In the treacherous halls of 13th-century England, Deanda's gift is her greatest curse: she can see the truth in a world built on lies.Gifted with the uncanny ability to peel back the layers of deception, Deanda enters the glittering, lethal court of King John. There, she finds her estranged father, the legendary and feared Sir William Marshal. But in a kingdom built on paranoia, the King sees the Great Marshal not as a hero, but as a shadow over his throne.The trap is set. King John offers Deanda a devil's bargain: use her gift to orchestrate her father's ruin and restore the King's lost lands, or face a fate worse than death.With the crown's survival on the line and her father's life in her hands, Deanda must navigate a labyrinth of betrayal and blood. One word could save a kingdom or destroy a legacy. In a world where loyalty is a luxury and ambition is a weapon, will she speak the truth and rewrite history-or tell a lie that buys her survival?Honor clashes with ambition.Secrets breathe in every corner.One woman holds the key to the fate of a nation. Saskia is a writer of historical fiction, with a particular interest in the Medieval period. The prequel of The Hidden Truths Saga, titled The Adulterer, was released in 2024. Book one; The Seeker was published in March 2025, and book two, The Avenger, is scheduled for release later this year.​Saskia's memory of the moment she discovered her passion for writing remains vivid. As a young girl, she accompanied her mother to Leicester Square in London to watch Gone with the Wind. It was the captivating story that captured her imagination. A tale of love, loyalty, and patriotism sparked a deep interest in historical fiction within her.In addition to her professional bookkeeping skills, Saskia has also studied creative writing. But, while focusing on her law degree, she chose to take a module on the history of the English legal system, which revealed its origins with Feudal barons, the Magna Carta, and King John. And it was this surprising information that solidified her fascination with this era. Currently, Saskia resides and works from her home in Danbury, Essex, where she enjoys spending time with her three incredible sons and DIY-loving husband. She also shares her home with a border collie named Rocket and two chubby cats. When she's not writing, Saskia can be found walking Rocket through the ancient woodland surrounding her home, drawing inspiration for her next novels. Alternatively, she's out enjoying time with her friends, often heading to London to catch a show while enjoying a glass or two of prosecco. Saskia aims to delight her audience with captivating tales. Her writing style is effortless yet engrossing, transporting readers into a medieval world filled with diverse relationships and settings. While her stories are based on real events and feature historical figures, she also weaves in fictional characters to enhance the narrative. Although some timelines may be altered for storytelling purposes, Saskia's main goal is to bring this fascinating era to life for her readers.