"‘This work is a masterly overview of the large and complex medical history of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. The preface, acknowledgements and bibliography are a testimony to the depth of research and effort that Martin Howard has enlightened historians and readers as to the challenges facing those serving in the field and at sea…It is a significant challenge to have condensed this extensive tale in one book. This book remains an essential work to remind all politicians, military commanders and historians, of the horrific and costly consequences of conflict.’"

The Napoleon Series. August 2025

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Taxi Driver Association newspaper

"Mary Tudor had an eventful life, even by royal standards! She was the daughter, sister and wife of kings and through her second marriage, the grandmother of Lady Jane Grey. Although overshadowed by her namesake and niece, Mary I, this Mary Tudor was the star of her brother’s court, was once destined to be Queen of Spain and fulfilled her diplomatic duty by becoming Queen of France for a time and then risked everything to marry for love. What I particularly liked about McElroy’s book was the detailed look at the life Mary led away from court after becoming Duchess of Suffolk. Although Mary still attended her brother’s court and took part in major events such as the Field of the Cloth of Gold, financial constraints led her to spend time at her own estates where she raised her family. This is a welcome addition to previous works about Mary."

NetGalley, Tamise Hills

"When I think of nuns, I picture them living quietly and in seclusion from the outside world - well as this book proves, I was wrong. This is meticulously well researched and engaging book to read. If you like reading about women who are not the meek and obedient type; then this is the book for you."

NetGalley, Louise Connell

"Rating: 5 out of 5 stars The Tudors are endlessly fascinating to me so was thrilled to be able to read this. This is a really well researched book and although much of what it contained I had knowledge of, I still learned much. I so enjoyed this and would highly recommend this wonderfully immersive book."

NetGalley, Maria Martignetti

"Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Ah the Tudors. Endlessly fascinating. I learned so much from this well researched book and it has given me a new perspective. I loved this. Highly recommend."

NetGalley, Maria Martignetti

"As the author explains at the beginning of the book, this is not designed to be an in depth look at the history of women's work, but rather a starting point for people who are interested and are wishing to start researching the subject. It's very easy to read and follow, with the author explaining each "industry" and each having it's own chapter dedicated to it, not to mention there are plenty of resources at the back if the reader wishes to delve further into the subject matter."

NetGalley, Louise Connell

"This book is a treasure trove for scholars and history enthusiasts alike, offering a compelling exploration of the women who fiercely defended their lands and people, and whose stories are finally being told."

NetGalley, Caroline Craig David

"Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Despite its county-specific title, the book is of much wider value: it won’t be difficult to work out where to look for information in other English counties. It’s a pity I don’t have the time these days to go chasing the higher branches of my family tree. If I did I think I would be able to find much more than the basic information which I already have. I was unaware of the wealth of available information and how much it could add to an understanding, not just of one’s own family, but of wider social history in the local area."

NetGalley, Jennifer Young

"Rating: 5 out of 5 stars It is a great microhistory. The intellectual and social development of a religion is great stuff."

NetGalley, Logan Kedzie