Simon the Coldheart

One of Georgette Heyers first published works was Simon the Coldheart. Early in the 15th century at the height of the Hundred Years War England and France were at war with one another over control of France. Hand-to-hand fighting the development of the longbow and actual knights in armor all occurred during this period. Geoffrey of Malvallets illegitimate son Simon Beauvallet was born in 1386. He and his half-brother the legal son and heir of his father joined the Prince in fighting France after the death of his mother in 1400. Simon was dubbed the Coldheart and was known for his quietness but he had a complex and deep personality and adored children.