Synopses & Reviews
The full story of the "other women" in Henry VIII's life is presented hereeveryone knows about the six wives, but this thrilling account of love, lust, and betrayal examines the mistresses From an exciting new voice in Tudor history comes the story of Henry's mistressesthe six mistresses that historians agree upon, and several more possible women who were involved with Henry. Seventeen-year-old Henry VIII was "a youngling, he cares for nothing but girls and hunting," and over the years, this didn't change much. Henry was considered a demi-god by his subjects, so each woman he chose was someone who had managed to stand out in a crowd of stunning ladies. Looking good was not enough, she had to be extra special to keep the king's interest, and Henry's women were every bit as intriguing as the man himself. The 16th century was a time of profound changes in religion and society across Europe, and some of Henrys lovers were at the forefront of influencing these events. Here, they are finally rescued from obscurity. A must-read for Tudor and Anne Boleyn fans, this volume also includes a useful chronology of Henrys marriages, liaisons, and children.
Review
"Provides an excellent insight into the love life of one of our most popular kings, and the 12 women who knew the man behind the mask." —Majesty magazine
Synopsis
Seventeen-year-old Henry VIII was "a youngling, he cares for nothing but girls and hunting" and over the years, this didnt change much. Henry was considered a demi-god by his subjects, so each woman he chose was someone who had managed to stand out in a crowd of stunning ladies. Looking good was not enough (indeed, many of Henrys lovers were considered unattractive); she had to have something extra special to keep the kings interest, and Henrys women were every bit as intriguing as the man himself. In this book, Henrys mistresses are rescued from obscurity. The 16th century was a time of profound changes in religion and society across Europeand some of Henrys lovers were at the forefront of influencing these events.
About the Author
Kelly Hart is a historian, author, and teacher, specializing in the women of the Tudor period.