Kateryn Parr - a devout, intelligent scholar, unwillingly married to Henry VIII - walked a tightrope and survived. Being a first-person, fictionalised account much is open to interpretation, occasionally salacious, by the author, although Gregory's reputation is of solid research. The Tudor Court, the fear and intrigue surrounding Henry are well described and fascinating. It's an easy read and sparked my interest to read more about her, but may not suit those who enjoy their history in a "purer" form.
(Sue Pratt - bwl 82 Autumn 2016 ) |
