The Queen's Vow - Softcover

Gortner, C W

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444720805 ISBN 13: 9781444720808

Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks, 2013

Synopsis

A compelling novel which reimagines the early years of one of history's most notorious queens in all their passion, treachery and bloodshed. 'I am Isabella, Queen of Castile ...' Isabella was the notorious warrior-queen who, along with her husband Ferdinand, transformed Spain forever. Popular belief has her as a religious fanatic persuaded into the horrific excesses of the Inquisition by her confessor, Torquemada; but C W Gortner paints a picture of her early life, showing us a headstrong, passionate girl who grew into the most powerful queen Spain ever knew and whose vision and imagination allowed Columbus to discover America.

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Review:

A fascinating tale of young Elizabeth in danger at her sister's court. Fast-paced and exciting, with beautifully researched historical details and a most engaging hero, this story is so vivid you feel you are there! (Diana Gabaldon)

The Tudor Conspiracy weaves a suspenseful, tangled skein of intrigue. It is a vibrant historical mystery and crime-thriller with an A-list cast of characters. Here are Elizabeth Tudor and her Robert Dudley in a light you've seldom seen them. (Margaret George, author of Elizabeth I)

The story is a rich, sweeping epic, with an expressive, engaging narrative that completely immerses the reader . . . this absorbing novel gives a fresh perspective on historical events by telling the story from an original and very personal point of view. (thebookbag.co.uk)

Gortner has again produced a richly detailed book that is hard to put down. (Historical Novels Review)

'Alison Weir and Philippa Gregory fans will devour this smashing fictional biography.' (Booklist on THE CONFESSIONS OF CATHERINE DE MEDICI)

Disturbing royal secrets and court manipulations wickedly twist this enthralling story, brilliantly told. (Publishers Weekly on THE LAST QUEEN)

Compelling... a riveting blend of passion, power and betrayal. (Inside Soap on THE CONFESSIONS OF CATHERINE DE MEDICI)

Well researched . . . Entirely convincing . . . a fascinating read about Spanish history and this rather controversial queen. (sixtyplusurfers.co.uk)

A joy to read . . . I adored this book . . . storytelling at its very best. (cloverhillbookreviews.blogspot.co.uk)

Gortner is a master story-teller, weaving superbly written fiction around an extensively researched historical backdrop. You can actually hear Isabella's voice resonate through the centuries . . . I feel this book is one that will become another runaway success, and deservedly so. I thoroughly enjoyed it. (sir-readalot.blogspot.co.uk)

Book Description:

Lavish historical fiction for fans of Philippa Gregory, from C. W. Gortner, author of THE LAST QUEEN.

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1444720805
• ISBN 13: 9781444720808
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 400