Two sisters competing for the greatest prize: the love of a king
When Mary Boleyn comes to court as an innocent girl of fourteen, she catches the eye of Henry VIII. Dazzled by the king, Mary falls in love with both her golden prince and her growing role as unofficial queen. However, she soon realizes just how much she is a pawn in her familys ambitious plots as the kings interest begins to wane and she is forced to step aside for her best friend and rival: her sister, Anne. Then Mary knows t... (show more)
One of my favortie Philippa Gregory books. I couldn't put it down.
I loved it. Seriously. I could not put this book down and have been thirsting for others like it.
Very descriptive. Story a little far fetched but interesting.
It took me awhile to finish this book, however, it was so well written. It is VERY different from the movie, and that's a good thing. It really reflects the time period well, and it's a different take on the story of the rise and fall of Anne Boleyn. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel. :)
Love, love, loved this book! I am obsessed with that time period anyway, and she stayed very true to actually history while adding her own twist!