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The Queen’s Fool

By Philippa Gregory
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The Queen’s Fool is a historical fiction novel that follows Hannah, a young Jewish girl with a unique gift of foresight. She finds herself caught in the dangerous world of the Tudor court during the reigns of Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I. As Hannah navigates her roles as a spy, confidante, and fool, she must make difficult choices that will alter the course of her life and those around her.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy tales of intrigue and court politics in Tudor England. It transports readers to an era of religious upheaval through the eyes of a young female protagonist with the gift of foresight, intertwining history with personal drama and suspense. Fans of richly detailed historical fiction with strong character development will likely find it captivating.

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The Queen’s Fool

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A stunning novel set in the Tudor court, from the Sunday Times No.1 bestseller Philippa Gregory.

A gripping Sunday Times bestselling Tudor historical fiction novel

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A stunning novel set in the Tudor court, as the rivalry between Queen Mary and her half-sister Elizabeth is played out against a background of betrayal, conflict, and passion.

The savage rivalry of the daughters of Henry VIII, Mary Tudor and Elizabeth, mirrors that of their mothers, Katherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn. Each will fight by any available means for the crown and future of the kingdom.

Elizabeth's bitter struggle to claim the throne she believes is hers by right, and the man she desires almost more than her crown, is watched by her fool: a girl who has been forced to leave her homeland of Spain, as a Jew fleeing the Inquisition.

In a court where truth is wittily denied and lies are mere games, it is the fool who can speak plainly: in these dangerous times, a woman must choose between ambition and love. Elizabeth will not make the same mistakes as her mother.

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Philippa Gregory has been praised for her mesmerising storytelling and ability to immerse the reader into the intrigue of the Tudor court. The Queen’s Fool is celebrated for its rich blend of passion and suspense, with a gripping narrative that offers a fresh perspective on well-known historical events. Gregory's meticulous research and convincing character portrayals make this novel a compelling read, often deemed even more engaging than The Other Boleyn Girl. Readers appreciate the novel's ability to make familiar historical figures and events both thrilling and thought-provoking.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007147298

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 May 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 496

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About the Author

Philippa Gregory is an established witer 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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