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

"Before I tell ye, Master Odo, I would like to have a quick word. If Charlotte and Jagger could take a little walk, have refreshment ...?" Preceptor Lucius turned to the steward who walked over.


Odo's eyes widened. "Charlotte and I don't have secrets-"


"Is some personal wisdom and ideas I wish to impart on ye, Odo, nothing more."


Charlotte nodded, while Jagger looked reluctant to leave. She grabbed his arm and with the steward leading the way, they exited the room.


The preceptor rose from behind his desk and walked around and sat on the chair vacated by Charlotte. "Our Order is in possession of fine lands in the southern area of England," began Preceptor Lucius. "We manage that land as a lord over his demesne. It is in our interest to ensure that land is used productively."


This was a subject Odo was familiar with and understood. He felt more at ease. He nodded and the preceptor continued. "Sir William explained how ye had been breeding cows, that ye wanted, uh..."


Chapter 110