“The Queen’s Lady” by Joanna Hickson is a remarkable novel that takes you on a journey through the tumultuous times of 15th century England. It tells the story of Alice Petherton, a young girl from a humble background who becomes the personal maid of Queen Margaret of Anjou, the wife of King Henry VI.
As Alice comes to know the Queen and the court, she sees firsthand the political turmoil that is tearing the country apart. The War of the Roses rages on, with the Yorkists and Lancastrians vying for the crown, and the Queen is at the center of it all, scheming and plotting to keep her husband on the throne.
But Alice is not content to simply serve the Queen. She becomes embroiled in the intrigue and politics of the court, and as tensions rise, she must choose between loyalty to her Queen and loyalty to her own heart.
Hickson’s writing is exquisite, transporting the reader to another time and place. She weaves a rich tapestry of historical detail, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of medieval England. The characters are complex and fully realized, drawing you into their world and making you care about their fates.
“The Queen’s Lady” is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. It is a story of love and loyalty, of war and peace, and of the power of truth to overcome even the greatest of obstacles. Highly recommended for anyone who loves historical fiction or is simply looking for a great read.
As Alice comes to know the Queen and the court, she sees firsthand the political turmoil that is tearing the country apart. The War of the Roses rages on, with the Yorkists and Lancastrians vying for the crown, and the Queen is at the center of it all, scheming and plotting to keep her husband on the throne.
But Alice is not content to simply serve the Queen. She becomes embroiled in the intrigue and politics of the court, and as tensions rise, she must choose between loyalty to her Queen and loyalty to her own heart.
Hickson’s writing is exquisite, transporting the reader to another time and place. She weaves a rich tapestry of historical detail, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of medieval England. The characters are complex and fully realized, drawing you into their world and making you care about their fates.
“The Queen’s Lady” is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. It is a story of love and loyalty, of war and peace, and of the power of truth to overcome even the greatest of obstacles. Highly recommended for anyone who loves historical fiction or is simply looking for a great read.
“The Queen’s Lady” by Joanna Hickson is a remarkable novel that takes you on a journey through the tumultuous times of 15th century England. It tells the story of Alice Petherton, a young girl from a humble background who becomes the personal maid of Queen Margaret of Anjou, the wife of King Henry VI.
As Alice comes to know the Queen and the court, she sees firsthand the political turmoil that is tearing the country apart. The War of the Roses rages on, with the Yorkists and Lancastrians vying for the crown, and the Queen is at the center of it all, scheming and plotting to keep her husband on the throne.
But Alice is not content to simply serve the Queen. She becomes embroiled in the intrigue and politics of the court, and as tensions rise, she must choose between loyalty to her Queen and loyalty to her own heart.
Hickson’s writing is exquisite, transporting the reader to another time and place. She weaves a rich tapestry of historical detail, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of medieval England. The characters are complex and fully realized, drawing you into their world and making you care about their fates.
“The Queen’s Lady” is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. It is a story of love and loyalty, of war and peace, and of the power of truth to overcome even the greatest of obstacles. Highly recommended for anyone who loves historical fiction or is simply looking for a great read.
As Alice comes to know the Queen and the court, she sees firsthand the political turmoil that is tearing the country apart. The War of the Roses rages on, with the Yorkists and Lancastrians vying for the crown, and the Queen is at the center of it all, scheming and plotting to keep her husband on the throne.
But Alice is not content to simply serve the Queen. She becomes embroiled in the intrigue and politics of the court, and as tensions rise, she must choose between loyalty to her Queen and loyalty to her own heart.
Hickson’s writing is exquisite, transporting the reader to another time and place. She weaves a rich tapestry of historical detail, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of medieval England. The characters are complex and fully realized, drawing you into their world and making you care about their fates.
“The Queen’s Lady” is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. It is a story of love and loyalty, of war and peace, and of the power of truth to overcome even the greatest of obstacles. Highly recommended for anyone who loves historical fiction or is simply looking for a great read.
Harper Collins|20 January 2022|451 pages|e-book via NetGalley|Review copy|4* Publishers’ Description: As lady-in-waiting and confidante to Queen Elizabeth, wife of Henry VII, Joan understands royal patronage is vital if she and her husband, Sir Richard, are to thrive in the volatile atmosphere of court life. But Tudor England is in mourning following the death of the […]
The Queen’s Lady by Joanna Hickson