Product Description

In July, 1553, sibling rivalry has never been more tumultuous and perilous than between the daughters of King Henry VIII. Queen Mary Tudor has just won possession of the throne, but her younger half-sister - the beautiful and vivacious Princess Elizabeth - holds the hearts of the people. Knowing this, Mary banishes her sibling to a country retreat, determined to keep her as far away from court life and any powerful supporters she has there as possible.But Mary's health is fading fast and her power beginning to crumble. The people of England are crying out for a new monarch and it seems, at last, they may have their wish and crown their beloved Bess as queen...But Mary refuses to relinquish the throne, determined to rule to the absolute end as her father did before her. In a final show of strength, Mary orders Elizabeth's imprisonment in the Tower of London, there to await her execution. In these treacherous times, when all about her there is secrecy and deception, Elizabeth must rely on her faith and courage if she is to survive her ordeal and rise to fulfil her destiny.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #103958 in Books
• Published on: 2007-11-26
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 320 pages

Review
'More Tudor gusto and verve than David Starkey' VICKI WOODS, The Telegraph 'One of Britain's most accomplished historical novelists. Her love and respect for the past shines through every page' Sarah Dunant, author of In the Company of the Courtesan 'Margaret Irwin's books have an unsurpassed colour and gusto' The Times

Customer Reviews

Fantastic trilogy...
Incredibly well written. Psychologically compelling characterisation. Romantic, yet not at all high blown. This is quality stuff.

This is the second book in the series. Start with 'Young Bess'.