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The Boleyn Inheritance

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The Boleyn Inheritance by Philippa Gregory is a captivating historical fiction novel set in the turbulent court of King Henry VIII. It intricately weaves the stories of three women: Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Jane Boleyn. As each navigates the treacherous politics and personal struggles of the Tudor court, they become entwined in a high-stakes game for survival and power.
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This captivating historical fiction may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the tumultuous court of King Henry VIII and enjoy stories with intertwining perspectives. You'll be drawn into the intrigue and drama surrounding his lesser-known wives and their perilous navigation through a treacherous royal landscape. If you relish stories full of political manoeuvring, betrayal, and resilience, this book offers a compelling narrative.

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Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now – Philippa Gregory’s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 …

From the bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory, comes a wonderfully atmospheric evocation of the court of Henry VIII and his final queens.

A compelling Sunday Times bestselling Tudor historical novel

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Pre-order Boleyn Traitor now – Philippa Gregory’s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 …

From the bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl, Philippa Gregory, comes a wonderfully atmospheric evocation of the court of Henry VIII and his final queens.

The king will decide who will live and who will die; he has the power of God now.

1539. Henry VIII must take his fourth wife and the dangerous prize is won by Anne of Cleves. A German princess by birth, Anne is to be Henry’s pawn in the Protestant alliance against Rome, but the marriage falters from the start. Henry finds nothing to admire in his new queen, setting himself against his advisors and nobles to pay court to young Katherine Howard.

The new queen begins to sense a trap closing around her. And Jane Boleyn, summoned to the inner circle once more by her uncle the Duke of Norfolk, finds a fractious court haunted by the Boleyn legacy of death and deceit.

Nothing is certain in a kingdom ruled by an increasingly tyrannical king.

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The Boleyn Inheritance by Philippa Gregory has been praised for its vivid portrayal of the Tudor era, with strong character development and intricate weaving of historical events. Reviewers commend Gregory's ability to bring historical figures to life, focusing on themes of intrigue and power dynamics within the court. It stands out for its attention to detail and the engaging narrative, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007190331

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 528

About the Author

Philippa Gregory is an established writer and broadcaster for radio and television. She holds a PhD in eighteenth-century literature from the University of Edinburgh. She lives in the North of England with her family.

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