Every now and then I remind myself that I can't keep every book I've ever read and enjoyed, look through my shelves and identify a few I can cull. This is one I've decided to let go this evening!
I love historical fiction, especially easy-to-read novels set in Tudor times, and found this to be an entertaining example of the genre, although it's too long since I've read it for me to write a detailed review. Suffice it to say that I enjoyed it at the time, especially as Katherine Parr, Henry VIII's last wife, the one who survived him, doesn't often occupy centre stage!

Amazon Editorial Review: " A gripping novel of love, passion, betrayal, and heartbreak in the unstable Tudor court following the death of King Henry VIII
Clever, level-headed Katherine Parr has suffered through four years of marriage to the aging and irascible King Henry VIII—and she has survived, unlike the five wives who came before her. But less than a year after the old king's death, her heart is won by the dashing Thomas Seymour, and their hasty union undoes a lifetime of prudent caution.
An unwilling witness to the queen's late-blossoming love, Catherine, Duchess of Suffolk, harbors nagging suspicions of Kate's handsome and ambitious new husband. But as Catherine is drawn deeper into the web of politics ensnaring her oldest friend, it gradually becomes clear that she has her own dark tale to tell. For though Thomas might betray his wife for power, Catherine might betray her for passion, risking everything she has in a world where love is a luxury not even royalty can easily afford."

Given to spottedwoodie when we went out for dinner with Mr SW and OldKnees - good to see you again!

Given to me by Nu-Knees when we met up for a meal last weekend. I also love Historical novels so will look forward to reading this when I can make the time to sit down for a good read.

It was interesting to read a novel about Katherine Parr after the death of King Henry VIII, having previously read one about her life with him. Well written & easy to read.

released at the St Michael's Hospice shop at Chineham Centre, near Basingstoke, Hampshire