Bestselling author and acclaimed historian Alison Weir takes on what no fiction writer has done before: creating a dramatic six-book series in which each novel covers one of King Henry VIII\'s wives.
Weir\'s portrayal is far from that of a weak, victimized woman, but one of a courageous, strong, devoted Queen fighting for her life and.
The author] portrays her sympathetically as both credulous and steely.--Kirkus Reviews An illuminating and engaging portrait of \'the True queen.\'--Historical Novels Review Weir\'s] fresh approach to Henry\'s first wife is] a wonderful place to start for those unfamiliar with Katherine\'s story. . . .
Weir brings considerable expertise to her fictional retelling of the life of Katherine of Aragon. . .
If this greatly impressive inaugural installment is any indication, Tudor lovers have much to look forward to.--Booklist (starred review) Vividly detailed . . . .
Praise for Katherine of Aragon, The True Queen Alison Weir starts off her fictional series about the wives of Henry VIII with a nuanced portrayal of Katherine of Aragon.--The Christian Science Monitor Weir is excellent on the little details that bring a world to life.--The Guardian As always, Weir demonstrates a keen eye for crafting dramatic scenes of beautiful, accurate detail, instilling in the reader a vivid sense of being there.
Now Katherine must be prepared to fight, to the end if God wills it, for her faith, her legitimacy, and her heart.
Henry has fallen under the spell of Katherine\'s maid of honor, Anne Boleyn.
The affection between Katherine and Henry is genuine, but forces beyond her control threaten to rend her marriage, and indeed the nation, apart.
Katherine\'s patience is rewarded when she becomes Queen of England.
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.
But tragedy strikes and Catalina, now Princess Katherine, is betrothed to the future Henry VIII.
The youngest daughter of the powerful monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, Catalina is a coveted prize for a royal marriage--and Arthur, Prince of Wales, and heir to the English throne, has won her hand.
A princess of Spain, Catalina is only sixteen years old when she sets foot on the shores of England.
In this captivating opening volume, Weir brings to life the tumultuous tale of Katherine of Aragon, Henry\'s first, devoted, and True queen.
Bestselling author and acclaimed historian Alison Weir takes on what no fiction writer has done before: creating a dramatic six-book series in which each novel covers one of King Henry VIII\'s wives
