Paul Doherty was born in Middlesbrough. He studied History at Liverpool and Oxford Universities and obtained a doctorate for his thesis on Edward II and Queen Isabella. He is now headmaster of a school in north-east London and lives with his family in Essex.
His fascination for history comes off the page - Daily Express Deliciously suspenseful, gorgeously written and atmospheric - Historical Novels Review Supremely evocative, scrupulously researched - Publishers Weekly An opulent banquet to satisfy the most murderous appetite - Northern Echo