Paul W. Feenstra

Author:
Paul W. Feenstra is a historical fiction novelist. Meticulously researched and detailed, his character driven novels create a dramatic window into our chronicled and complex past. Born in Wellington, New Zealand, in 1959, to Dutch immigrants, Paul still commutes to Los Angeles, California, where he worked as a multiple ‘Emmy’ nominated entertainment industry professional.

Created in a similar style as acclaimed authors Bernard Cornwell and Ken Follett, ‘Falls Ende – Primus’ is a fast-paced, emotional novel that will leave you breathless. 

The small picturesque hamlet of Mellester in Devonshire, England, is home to herdsman, Godwin Read and his son, Odo. When the aging knight, Sir William Ainsley, Lord of Mellester Manor goes on a hunt for wild boar, the inexplicable happens, and Godwin makes a decision that will ultimately impact their lives and Mellester Manor for ever. 

Set during the tumultuous reign of King Henry II, in feudal England, the quiet and peace of Mellester Manor is shaken by the unexpected. For Odo, there is more at stake than just his dignity and pride because they’ve already been taken, all he has left is his life. Will Falls Ende see his downfall and disgrace and how far will one man go to protect what’s closest to his heart?

Falls Ende is more than a simple story, it’s a saga of survival against all the odds.

Falls Ende

Sir Wystan had enjoyed another long night of insobriety and was feeling its miserable effects. He'd woken late and decided he would shake off the lethargy and ill-feeling with some solitary exertion. He walked into the yard between the stable and house, removed his tunic and stood bare chested wearing only his breeches. Directly in front of him was a large post. It was partially buried and stood as tall as a man. The post, or 'pell' was used to train swordsmen; here they could practice technique and stroke combinations for hours by repeatedly attacking or striking it.


The only weapon Sir Wystan held was a wooden practice sword. It weighed twice as much as a normal sword and its extra weight helped develop upper body strength and improve endurance. In comparison, a real sword would feel lighter, and certainly be advantageous in battle.


Before Sir Wystan could begin he was interrupted.


Chapter 45