Historical-Fictions

Learn More about the Historical Fiction Novel Sic Parvis Magna

Step aboard the Tiger and embark on a gripping high-seas adventure that charts the formative years of England’s greatest naval legend. The year is 1548. Religious turmoil grips Tudor England as Protestant reformers clash with the old Catholic order. As England lurches between monarchs and faiths, young Francis Drake’s family flees persecution and poverty. But when an unexpected apprenticeship aboard the merchantman Tiger presents itself, Francis seizes his chance to realize his dream …...

Who and What's real in the Historical Fiction Novel Sic Parvis Magna

I am a particular fan of reading history. While events that occurred so long ago, in an age where records were kept only of the most important matters, historical accuracy is challenging, some records still exist. Wherever possible, I tried to balance historical accuracy to provide an interesting, immersive story. I hope I struck a correct balance. The following individuals, listed in alphabetical order by their last names, are actual historical figures. William Body Body was a protégé of Thomas …...

The Opening Scenes of the Historical Fiction Novel Sic Parvis Magna

Read Chapter 1 of Sic Parvis Magna, a gripping historical fiction debut where young Francis Drake flees rebellion, betrayal, and fire on the path to legend.

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Experience Tolstoy's Anna Karenina—a tragic tale of forbidden love and social constraint in Imperial Russia, widely considered one of the greatest novels ever written.

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Discover why Leo Tolstoy remains essential reading for historical fiction fans—his epic vision, moral insight, and war stories still shape the genre today.

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Discover Tolstoy's War and Peace—an epic tale of love, war, and Russian society during the Napoleonic era that remains one of literature's greatest achievements.

Historical Fiction Novel Nova Albion Adventure By Paul Jariabek

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Death haunted Tudor England. Explore how memento mori, Francis Drake's dangerous voyages, and religious fear shape the conflict in my historical fiction novel Sic Parvis Magna.

Historical Fiction Novel First Blood By Paul Jariabek

A thrilling historical fiction novel of Francis Drake's daring raids and the vengeful persosnal war against the Spanish crown.

Sic Parvis Magna Sample Chapter—Escape from Tavistock

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Sic Parvis Magna Sample Chapter—Family Dinner

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Sic Parvis Magna Sample Chapter—First Impressions of Plymouth

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Sic Parvis Magna Sample Chapter—Francis Sees Hawkins's Affairs

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Sic Parvis Magna Sample Chapter—Going On Delivery

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