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The Constant Princessby Philippa Gregory
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments: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 older brother, Arthur, Katherine's passion turns their arranged marriage into a love match; but when Arthur dies, the merciless English court and her ambitious parents — the crusading King and Queen of Spain — have to find a new role for the widow. Ultimately, it is Katherine herself who takes control of her own life by telling the most audacious lie in English history, leading her to the very pinnacle of power in England. Set in the rich beauty of Moorish Spain and the glamour of the Tudor court, The Constant Princess presents a woman whose constancy helps her endure betrayal, poverty, and despair, until the inevitable moment when she steps into the role she has prepared for all her life: Henry VIII's Queen, Regent, and commander of the English army in their greatest victory against Scotland. Review:"In her addictive new novel, [Gregory] turns her eye to Katherine of Aragon, a princess who became Queen of England — all by dint of a well-kept secret." Marie Claire Review:"Gregory's story is as ambitious as its main character...." Entertainment Weekly Review:"Gregory makes the broad sweep of history vibrant and intimate." Kirkus Reviews Review:"...Philippa Gregory never disappoints... Synopsis:From the New York Times bestselling author of The Virgin's Lover, this enthralling new novel answers one of history's most intriguing questions: What lay behind Katherine of Aragon's enormous, history-changing lie? About the AuthorPhilippa Gregory is the author of several bestselling novels, including The Other Boleyn Girl, The Queen's Fool, and The Virgin's Lover. A writer and broadcaster for radio and television, she lives in England. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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