The King’s Curse (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #7)
by Philippa Gregory
The King's Curse by Philippa Gregory holds a well received rating of 3.98 out of 5, based on 7.7K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 592 pages.
About The King's Curse
The final novel in the Cousins’ War series, the basis for the critically acclaimed Starz miniseries, The White Queen, by #1 New York Times bestselling author and “the queen of royal fiction” (USA TODAY) Philippa Gregory tells the fascinating story of Margaret Pole, cousin to the “White Princess,” Elizabeth of York, and lady-in-waiting to Katherine of Aragon.Regarded as yet another threat to the volatile King Henry VII’s claim to the throne, Margaret Pole, cousin to Elizabeth of York (known as the White Princess) and daughter of George, Duke of Clarence, is married off to a steady and kind Lancaster supporter—Sir Richard Pole. For his loyalty, Sir Richard is entrusted with the governorship of Wales, but Margaret’s contented daily life is changed forever with the arrival of Arthur, the young Prince of Wales, and his beautiful bride, Katherine of Aragon. Margaret soon becomes a trusted advisor and friend to the honeymooning couple, hiding her own royal connections in service to the Tudors.After the sudden death of Prince Arthur, Katherine leaves for London a widow, and fulfills her deathbed promise to her husband by marrying his brother, Henry VIII. Margaret’s world is turned upside down by the surprising summons to court, where she becomes the chief lady-in-waiting to Queen Katherine. But this charmed life of the wealthiest and “holiest” woman in England lasts only until the rise of Anne Boleyn, and the dramatic deterioration of the Tudor court. Margaret has to choose whether her allegiance is to the increasingly tyrannical king, or to her beloved queen; to the religion she loves or the theology which serves the new masters. Caught between the old world and the new, Margaret Pole has to find her own way as she carries the knowledge of an old curse on all the Tudors.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Philippa Gregory |
| Published | 2014 |
| Pages | 592 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Romance, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 3.98 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 7,655 |
Reader Ratings & Analysis
Rating Overview
How It Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is The King's Curse?
The King's Curse is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The King's Curse worth reading?
Based on 7.7K reader ratings, The King's Curse has an average score of 3.98 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The King's Curse?
The King's Curse has 592 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The King's Curse?
The King's Curse was written by Philippa Gregory. It was first published in 2014.
What is the ISBN for The King's Curse?
The ISBN-13 for The King's Curse is 9780857207560.0.
Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 14, 2026
