The Wicked Day

Mary Stewart's The Wicked Day continues the epic Arthurian saga, exploring the tumultuous relationship between King Arthur and his illegitimate son, Mordred. Born from a forbidden union and prophesied to bring about Arthur's demise, Mordred is raised in secret, striving to forge his own identity. Despite his ambitions and cleverness, he is inevitably drawn into a tragic fate orchestrated by his scheming mother, Morgause. The story culminates in a fateful confrontation between father and son, leading to a legendary battle that will shape their destinies.