Philippa Gregory
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"When Mary Bolelyn comes to court as an innocent girl of fourteen, she catches the eye of the young Henry VIII. Dazzled by the deadly rivalries of the court, Mary falls in love both with the most powerful man in England and her growing role as unofficial queen. She soon realizes just how much she is a pawn in her family's plots as she is forced to step aside for her best friend and rival: her ambitious sister, Anne. Then Mary knows that she must...
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"#1 New York Times bestselling author Philippa Gregory's new historical novel tracks the rise of the Tidelands family in London, Venice, and New England. Midsummer Eve 1670. Two unexpected visitors arrive at a shabby warehouse on the south side of the River Thames. The first is a wealthy man hoping to find the lover he deserted twenty-one years before. James Avery has everything to offer, including the favour of the newly restored King Charles II,...
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"The Fairmile series continues as the fiercely independent Alinor and her family find themselves entangled in palace intrigue, political upheaval, and life-changing secrets in 17th-century England"--
"The "sweeping" (Parade) and "superb" (People) Fairmile series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Philippa Gregory continues as the fiercely independent Alinor and her family find themselves entangled in palace intrigue, political upheaval, and...
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Overview: "I am Catalina, Princess of Spain, daughter of the two greatest monarchs the world has ever known-and I will be Queen of England." Thus, bestselling author Philippa Gregory introduces one of her most unforgettable heroines: Katherine of Aragon. Known to history as the Queen who was pushed off her throne by Anne Boleyn. Here is a Katherine the world has forgotten: the enchanting princess that all England loved. First married to Henry VIII's...