Richard, The Man behind the Myth is author Andrea Willers engrossing new novel that follows the life of king Richard III. This intriguing new take on the great English monarch shows Richard’s tumultuous and tragic life. It shows how he was never supposed to be crowned king due to his lowly position as the youngest son of the Duke and Duchess of York. But due to unforeseen circumstances was raised to the lofty heights of the English monarchy. This would prove to be more curse than boon for the royal court is filled with intrigue and betrayal and Richard the third is a man destined to be betrayed in the end. This book captures the pageantry, war and deception synonymous with the war of the roses.