The Taming of the Queen (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #11)
by Philippa Gregory
The Taming of the Queen by Philippa Gregory holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 9.8K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 425 pages.
About The Taming of the Queen
Why would a woman marry a serial killer?Because she cannot refuse... Kateryn Parr, a thirty-year-old widow in a secret affair with a new lover, has no choice when a man old enough to be her father who has buried four wives – King Henry VIII – commands her to marry him. Kateryn has no doubt about the danger she faces: the previous queen lasted sixteen months, the one before barely half a year. But Henry adores his new bride and Kateryn's trust in him grows as she unites the royal family, creates a radical study circle at the heart of the court, and rules the kingdom as regent. But is this enough to keep her safe? A leader of religious reform and a published author, Kateryn stands out as an independent woman with a mind of her own. But she cannot save the Protestants, under threat for their faith, and Henry's dangerous gaze turns on her.The traditional churchmen and rivals for power accuse her of heresy - the punishment is death by fire and the king's name is on the warrant... From an author who has described all of Henry's queens comes a deeply intimate portrayal of the last: a woman who longed for passion, power and education at the court of a medieval killer.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Philippa Gregory |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 425 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Romance, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,793 |
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What genre is The Taming of the Queen?
The Taming of the Queen is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Taming of the Queen worth reading?
Based on 9.8K reader ratings, The Taming of the Queen has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Taming of the Queen?
The Taming of the Queen has 425 pages.
Who wrote The Taming of the Queen?
The Taming of the Queen was written by Philippa Gregory. It was first published in 2015.
What is the ISBN for The Taming of the Queen?
The ISBN-13 for The Taming of the Queen is 9781471132970.0.
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