Time’s Legacy: A gripping historical fiction from the Sunday Times bestseller of The Ghost Tree

Barbara Erskine returns with this beautiful and haunting tale of dark forces and mystical powers Cambridge, present day: Following the death of her mother, Abi Rutherford receives a mysterious bequest – a misshapen crystal sphere known as the Serpent’s Stone, which gives her glimpses into mysteries long concealed by the church. Western England, 25 AD: A stranger has come to the chilly Somerset wetlands, with a story of hope and reconciliation. But he is being followed by powerful forces, determined that he will not undermine Roman rule in Britain. Abi questions what connects these ancient events and her gift. Why do so many people seem desperate to hide the truth? A dark shadow has fallen across the centuries, and a woman is in fear for her life. But is it danger that awaits her, or the final truth so long whispered across the echoes of time? Readers LOVE Barbara Erskine: ‘Atmospheric’ ????? ‘Enthralling’ ????? ‘Spellbinding’ ????? ‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ????? ‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ????? ‘I loved every minute’ ????? ‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ????? ‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ????? ‘A joy to read’ ????? ‘Captivating and engrossing’ ????? In this bestselling book, Erskine, a top author in the genre of historical fantasy, takes us on an action-packed adventure. The story unravels as Abi, driven by her mother's mysterious bequest, uncovers truths that have been shrouded in darkness for centuries. For fans of Christina Courtenay (Legacy of the Runes), Elizabeth Chadwick (The King's Jewel), Carol Mcgrath (The Lost Queen), and Kate Ryder (Beneath Cornish Skies).