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The #1 best seller from New York Times bestselling author Amy Sparkes

How far would you go to save what you truly love?

England, 1715.

When society doesn’t understand you, and your family is out of the picture, a strolling theatre company could be your perfect home…

Ambitious lead actor Thomas is determined to reach Drury Lane and prove to his father that he is not a failure. Fierce Caroline has a traumatic past and is determined to protect the company which saved her. Kind-hearted Annie just wants to look after her found family. So, when their heartbroken manager Robert is injured and decides to fold the struggling company, the players are resolved to change his mind, whatever the cost. Unfortunately, the odds are stacked against them. They’ve lost their stage, they still haven’t got a skull for Hamlet, and flamboyant ex-member Piero is hunting them down, with a spot of revenge on his mind...Is it time for the final bow?

The Players Act 1: All The World’s A Stage gives voice to the forgotten strolling players of the 18th century in this fun, uplifting, and page-turning read.

READER REVIEWS

“The bard himself is deftly woven throughout, in this piece de theatre... by a writer with a flair for historic detail and language”

Historical Novel Society

"A lot of fun, with a cast that leaps off the page. If you like stories of love, revenge, and found family, these Thespians will keep you entertained from the moment the curtain rises."

Drew Hubbard, authenticity reader (PrideReads)

"I kept reading way into the night"

Amazon reviewer

"Humour, heart, heartbreak and Shakespeare! I loved it. Looking forward to the second act."

Amazon reviewer

"Full of heart and colour, The Players doesn’t just bring history to life, it bursts through the door with a clatter. Transporting, exciting writing."

Amazon reviewer

"A compelling tale of resilience and survival"

Amazon reviewer

"Well-researched and immersive, a true page-turner that made me laugh"

Amazon reviewer