This mesmerising novel brings her to life. KATHERYN HOWARDTHE FIFTH OF HENRY’S QUEENS.Īcclaimed, bestselling historian Alison Weir draws on extensive research to recount one of the most tragic tales in English history – that of a lively, sweet but neglected girl, used by powerful men for their own gain. It comes back increasingly to haunt her.įor those who share her secrets are waiting in the shadows, whispering words of love… and blackmail. But Katheryn has a past of which he knows nothing. Henry declares she is his rose without a thorn. Katheryn Howard, The Tainted Queen is Alison Weirs tenth published novel and the fifth in the Six Tudor Queens series about the wives of Henry VIII, which was launched in 2016 to great critical acclaim. ‘Alison’s sensitively drawn novel will change everyone’s preconceptions’ SUSAN RONALD…Ī NAIVE YOUNG WOMAN AT THE MERCY OF HER AMBITIOUS FAMILY.Īt just nineteen, Katheryn Howard is quick to trust and fall in love. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Six Tudor Queens: Katheryn Howard, The Tainted Queen: Six Tudor Queens 5 by Alison Weir. ‘Conveys the heart-rending pathos of a young woman executed, whose only real crime was her naivete and her desire to be loved… It is a profoundly moving story that lingers long after the last page is turned’ ELIZABETH FREEMANTLE ‘With characteristic verve and stunning period detail, this novel will captivate you and break your heart. History tells us she died too soon.This mesmerising novel brings her to life.‘This six-book series looks likely to become a landmark in historical fiction’ The TimesĪlison Weir, historian and author of the Sunday Times-bestselling Six Tudor Queens series, relates one of the most tragic stories in English history: Katheryn Howard, Henry VIII’s fifth queen. Acclaimed, bestselling historian Alison Weir draws on extensive research to recount one of the most tragic tales in English history - that of a lively, sweet but neglected girl, used by powerful men for their own gain.
For those who share her secrets are waiting in the shadows, whispering words of love. She captures the heart of the King.Henry declares she is his rose without a thorn. 'This six-book series looks likely to become a landmark in historical fiction' The TimesAlison Weir, historian and author of the Sunday Times-bestselling SIX TUDOR QUEENS series, relates one of the most tragic stories in English history: Katheryn Howard, Henry VIII's fifth queen.A NAIVE YOUNG WOMAN AT THE MERCY OF HER AMBITIOUS FAMILY.At just nineteen, Katheryn Howard is quick to trust and fall in love.She comes to court.
The fifth spectacular novel in the highly acclaimed SIX TUDOR QUEENS series by historian and Sunday Times bestselling author, Alison Weir.
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