The Queen’s Fool (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #12)
by Philippa Gregory
The Queen's Fool by Philippa Gregory holds a well received rating of 3.83 out of 5, based on 69.5K reader ratings. First published in 2003. The book spans 490 pages.
About The Queen's Fool
A young woman caught in the rivalry between Queen Mary and her half sister, Elizabeth, must find her true destiny amid treason, poisonous rivalries, loss of faith, and unrequited love.It is winter, 1553. Pursued by the Inquisition, Hannah Green, a fourteen-year-old Jewish girl, is forced to flee Spain with her father. But Hannah is no ordinary refugee. Her gift of "Sight," the ability to foresee the future, is priceless in the troubled times of the Tudor court. Hannah is adopted by the glamorous Robert Dudley, the charismatic son of King Edward's protector, who brings her to court as a "holy fool" for Queen Mary and, ultimately, Queen Elizabeth. Hired as a fool but working as a spy; promised in wedlock but in love with her master; endangered by the laws against heresy, treason, and witchcraft, Hannah must choose between the safe life of a commoner and the dangerous intrigues of the royal family that are inextricably bound up in her own yearnings and desires.Teeming with vibrant period detail and peopled by characters seamlessly woven into the sweeping tapestry of history, The Queen's Fool is another rich and emotionally resonant gem from this wonderful storyteller.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Philippa Gregory |
| Published | 2003 |
| Pages | 490 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit |
| Average Rating | 3.83 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 69,504 |
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What genre is The Queen's Fool?
The Queen's Fool is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Queen's Fool worth reading?
Based on 69.5K reader ratings, The Queen's Fool has an average score of 3.83 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Queen's Fool?
The Queen's Fool has 490 pages.
Who wrote The Queen's Fool?
The Queen's Fool was written by Philippa Gregory. It was first published in 2003.
What is the ISBN for The Queen's Fool?
The ISBN-13 for The Queen's Fool is 9780743246070.0.
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