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A sumptuous historical novel from the bestselling author of "The Other Boleyn Girl" and "The Queen's Fool". Elizabeth I has acceded the throne, and now the pressure is growing for her to marry. But the man she prefers is married and so unavailable - unless the unthinkable were to happen... This is a compelling blend of passion, personality and politics. Further historical dramatisation of Gregory's work is to come from the BBC.
Synopsis
Sumptuous historical novel set in the court of Elizabeth I, from Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Philippa Gregory, the author of The Other Boleyn Girl.