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

Odo felt the gaze of everyone on him. He felt uncomfortable. He recalled the preceptor's advice and warning, and said nothing. Reticence filled the room.


 "I will see yer loan repaid," offered Sir Hyde, breaking the awkward silence.


The lord shook his head. "And I hear ye have gifted yer land to grow food for villagers."


Jagger listened intently. This was the most peculiar conversation he'd ever heard between a powerful lord and a herdsman.  


Sir Hyde shifted in his chair. The movement caused him to flinch. With his hand he grasped the stump hidden beneath the blanket as he tried to reposition. Charlotte wanted to go over and help. She didn't and could only observe.


Chapter 126