Caught between warring factions—English Catholics opposed to the Lutheran reformation, and Henry VIII’s growing impatience with the Pope’s refusal to sanction his marriage to Anne Boleyn—Kate embarks on a daring adventure that will lead her into a dangerous marriage and a web of intrigue that pits her against powerful enemies.
From the king’s lavish banquet halls to secret dungeons and the inner sanctums of Thomas More, Brenda Rickman Vantrease’s glorious new novel illuminates the public pageantry and the private passions of men and women of conscience in treacherous times.
I enjoyed the historical backdrop of Brenda Rickman Vantrease's novel: the protestant reformation. I did struggle at times because I was losing interest, but glad I stuck it out to the end. It has been so long since I've read about this time period. I forgot how corrupt some of these historical figures were. Overall an enjoyable read, especially if you like this time period.
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I do like this time period, but I really must read something more recent. I'm stuck. This sounds much like an alternative point of view, The Queen's Fool, Phillipa Gregory, I'd recently finished. Aren't we lucky to have the freedom to read, and write what we like.
The cover is lovely on this one; glad u liked it.
Have a great week Nise.
I normally do like this time period and I'm sure that 100 years from now people will think the same of our historical figures!!
A differnet point of view for a change. I will certainly look this one up. Thanks nise.
I love the cover on this one! I hoped you would enjoy it more than it seems you did, still a great review!
I love the cover for this one, it sounds like a book I would really love. A different Tudor topic.
Not my fav time in history. I am glad you hanged in there and enjoyed the book in the end
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