Katherine of Aragon, The True Queen: A Novel
May 2016 · Sold by Ballantine Books
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This captivating novel in New York Times bestselling author Alison Weir’s Six Tudor Queens series presents “an illuminating and engaging portrait” (Historical Novels Review) of Katherine of Aragon, King Henry VIII’s first wife.
“Weir dazzlingly brings Katherine of Aragon to life. She emerges as a charismatic, indomitable, and courageous heroine whose story never fails to enthrall.”—Tracy Borman, author of Thomas Cromwell
Divorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived
A princess of Spain and the youngest daughter of the powerful monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, Catalina is a coveted prize for a royal marriage—and Arthur, Prince of Wales, heir to the English throne, has won her hand. But tragedy strikes and Catalina, now Princess Katherine, is betrothed to the future Henry VIII. She must wait for his coming-of-age, an ordeal that tests her resolve, casts doubt on her trusted confidantes, and turns her into a virtual prisoner.
Katherine’s patience is rewarded when she becomes Queen of England. The affection between Katherine and Henry is genuine, but forces beyond her control threaten to rend her marriage, and indeed the nation, apart. Henry has fallen under the spell of Katherine’s maid of honor, Anne Boleyn. Now Katherine must be prepared to fight, to the end if God wills it, for her faith, her legitimacy, and her heart.
“Weir dazzlingly brings Katherine of Aragon to life. She emerges as a charismatic, indomitable, and courageous heroine whose story never fails to enthrall.”—Tracy Borman, author of Thomas Cromwell
Divorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived
A princess of Spain and the youngest daughter of the powerful monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, Catalina is a coveted prize for a royal marriage—and Arthur, Prince of Wales, heir to the English throne, has won her hand. But tragedy strikes and Catalina, now Princess Katherine, is betrothed to the future Henry VIII. She must wait for his coming-of-age, an ordeal that tests her resolve, casts doubt on her trusted confidantes, and turns her into a virtual prisoner.
Katherine’s patience is rewarded when she becomes Queen of England. The affection between Katherine and Henry is genuine, but forces beyond her control threaten to rend her marriage, and indeed the nation, apart. Henry has fallen under the spell of Katherine’s maid of honor, Anne Boleyn. Now Katherine must be prepared to fight, to the end if God wills it, for her faith, her legitimacy, and her heart.
This captivating novel in New York Times bestselling author Alison Weir’s Six Tudor Queens series presents “an illuminating and engaging portrait” (Historical Novels Review) of Katherine of Aragon, King Henry VIII’s first wife.
“Weir dazzlingly brings Katherine of Aragon to life. She emerges as ...
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devon reynolds
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November 1, 2016
I really loved this one. Most of the novels I find about Katherine don't show the middle of her marriage to Henry, so I really enjoyed getting more of an insight into it. I can't wait for the rest of the series. Does anyone know when Anne Boleyn's comes out?
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Cheri Connor
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November 6, 2024
it was an informative and incredible book. I've always been fascinated by Henry and his wives and this book I couldn't put it down.
Liz
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September 1, 2022
awesome read I definitely am going to be reading more of this author in the future
About the author
Alison Weir is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Marriage Game, A Dangerous Inheritance, Captive Queen, The Lady Elizabeth, and Innocent Traitor and numerous historical biographies, including The Lost Tudor Princess, Elizabeth of York, Mary Boleyn, The Lady in the Tower, Mistress of the Monarchy, Henry VIII, Eleanor of Aquitaine, The Life of Elizabeth I, and The Six Wives of Henry VIII. She lives in Surrey, England, with her husband.
Alison Weir is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels The Marriage Game, A Dangerous Inheritance, Captive Queen, The Lady Elizabeth, and Innocent Traitor and numerous historical biographies, including The Lost Tudor Princess, Elizabeth of York, Mary Boleyn, The Lady in the Tower, Mis...
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