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Six Tudor Queens: Katharine Parr, The Sixth Wife

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Six Tudor Queens: Katharine Parr, The Sixth Wife by Alison Weir delves into the life of Henry VIII's final queen, Katharine Parr. This historical fiction novel traces her journey from widowhood to queenship, highlighting her struggles and determination as she navigates court intrigue and her own personal aspirations amidst the dangers of the Tudor court. Through rich character development, the book explores Katharine's intelligence, resilience, and the influence she wielded during a tumultuous time.
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You might enjoy this historical fiction if you're fascinated by the complexities of court life in Tudor England, particularly the stories of Henry VIII's wives. This novel brings Katharine Parr, the intelligent and resilient final wife of the infamous king, to life with vivid detail and rich character development. Perfect for fans of well-researched history woven into compelling storytelling.

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Six Tudor Queens: Katharine Parr, The Sixth Wife

The stunning final novel in the highly acclaimed and bestselling SIX TUDOR QUEENS series by historian and Sunday Times bestselling author, Alison Weir.

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'A detailed and convincing portrait of an extraordinary life... this series is a serious achievement' THE TIMES

'This brilliant series has brought Henry VIII's six wives to life as never before. This novel will enthral and inspire, just as much as it will break your heart' TRACY BORMAN

Alison Weir, historian and author of the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling SIX TUDOR QUEENS series, recounts the story of Henry VIII's last wife - Katharine Parr, the queen who survived him.

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A WOMAN TORN BETWEEN LOVE AND DUTY.

Two husbands dead, a boy and a sick man. And now Katharine is free to make her own choice.

The ageing King's eye falls upon her. She cannot refuse him... or betray that she wanted another.

She becomes the sixth wife - a queen and a friend. Henry loves and trusts her. But Katharine is hiding another secret in her heart, a deeply held faith that could see her burn...

KATHARINE PARR. HENRY'S FINAL QUEEN. HER STORY.

Renowned, bestselling historian Alison Weir reveals a warm, clever woman of great fortitude who rose boldly to every turn her life took.

'Katharine Parr deserves better than to be known just as Henry VIII's sixth wife - the one who survived. And there's no-one better placed than Alison Weir to restore her to her rightful place' SARAH GRISTWOOD

'The conversations are sparkling, gripping and word-perfect. As King Henry ages, the machinations of his vicious court are never far away' HISTORICAL NOVEL SOCIETY

'For the first time I felt as though, thanks to Alison's skilful writing and storytelling, I came to "know" Katharine' NICOLA TALLIS

'A tour de force. If you think you know everything about Henry VIII's last queen, you're in for a wonderful treat - you don't!' SUSAN RONALD

'An absorbing and fascinating read, meticulously researched as is always the case with Alison's work, and she really made Katharine live' SARAH RAYNE

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PRAISE FOR THE SIX TUDOR QUEENS SERIES:

'Weir is excellent on the little details that bring a world to life' Guardian

'Profoundly moving... lingers long after the last page' Elizabeth Fremantle

'Well researched and engrossing' Good Housekeeping

'Utterly gripping and endlessly surprising' Tracy Borman

'Hugely enjoyable . . . Alison Weir knows her subject and has a knack for the telling and textural detail' Daily Mail

Series: Six Tudor Queens

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Katharine Parr, The Sixth Wife by Alison Weir is highly praised for bringing Katharine Parr to life with vivid and skilfully drawn detail. The novel is described as beautifully crafted, with the author offering a profound and moving portrayal of Katharine as intelligent, courageous, and passionate. It is regarded as a compelling and exceptional end to a brilliant series, deeply appreciated for its historical insight and storytelling prowess, and promises to engage and inspire readers with its blend of drama and accuracy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472227867

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 391g

Pages: 560

About the Author

Alison Weir is a bestselling historical novelist of Tudor fiction, and the leading female historian in the United Kingdom. She has published more than thirty books, including many leading works of non-fiction, and has sold over three million copies worldwide.

Her novels include the Tudor Rose trilogy, which spans three generations of history's most iconic family - the Tudors, and the highly acclaimed Six Tudor Queens series about the wives of Henry VIII, all of which were Sunday Times bestsellers.

Alison is a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and an honorary life patron of Historic Royal Palaces.

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