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The Taming of the Queen tells the story of Kateryn Parr from just before she wed Henry VIII, until just after his death. The work is semi-historical, weaving facts with fiction to tell the story of one of the only two of Henry’s six wives to survive him. Over the course of the story, Kateryn will grow into a very educated woman, becoming the first English queen to publish in her own name. In order to survive in the turmoil of Henry’s court, she must learn to understand and participate in the constant intrigue. She must do this while trying to hold onto her own values as an enlightened woman and religious reformer. With enemies at court, a secret lover, and the constant threat of the deadly loss of Henry’s favor hanging over her head; this isn’t be easy.
SETTING
This work is set in various royal palaces throughout the English kingdom during the 1540’s. All is told from Kateryn’s perspective, with the location changing primarily with the seasons.
This period in English history is marked by shifts in religious practices. Henry VIII broke with the Catholic Church primarily over his wish for a divorce, and would continue to institute changes over the course of his rule. The kingdom is divided between those who wish the reforms to continue, and those who wish a return to Catholicism.
On the international stage, tensions are high. England still longs for the recapture of their lands lost to France. There is animosity between Spain and France. The Lutheran beliefs in Germany cause tension between them and the Catholic nations.
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© 2015 All Rights Reserved
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INTRO
Brief Summary
The Taming of the Queen tells the story of Kateryn Parr from just before she wed Henry VIII, until just after his death. The work is semi-historical, weaving facts with fiction to tell the story of one of the only two of Henry’s six wives to survive him. Over the course of the story, Kateryn will grow into a very educated woman, becoming the first English queen to publish in her own name. In order to survive in the turmoil of Henry’s court, she must learn to understand and participate in the constant intrigue. She must do this while trying to hold onto her own values as an enlightened woman and religious reformer. With enemies at court, a secret lover, and the constant threat of the deadly loss of Henry’s favor hanging over her head; this isn’t be easy.
SETTING
This work is set in various royal palaces throughout the English kingdom during the 1540’s. All is told from Kateryn’s perspective, with the location changing primarily with the seasons.
This period in English history is marked by shifts in religious practices. Henry VIII broke with the Catholic Church primarily over his wish for a divorce, and would continue to institute changes over the course of his rule. The kingdom is divided between those who wish the reforms to continue, and those who wish a return to Catholicism.
On the international stage, tensions are high. England still longs for the recapture of their lands lost to France. There is animosity between Spain and France. The Lutheran beliefs in Germany cause tension between them and the Catholic nations.
Available on PC, Mac, smart phone, tablet or Kindle device.
© 2015 All Rights Reserved
- GenresHistorical Fiction
81 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2015
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June 3, 2021
The Taming of the Queen is a tiresome book. Tiresome in that the dialogue goes on and on. Clearly a lot of research went into the history of King Henry VIII's wife, Catherine Parr. According to this book Catherine escaped her own beheading, an abusive husband (King Henry VIII) and was considerably ahead of her time by publishing an English translation of the Bible. Apparently, Catherine Parr was very much in favor of women having their own rights an attitude that really did not take off until the 20th Century. Unfortunately only three stars were awarded here as the story, the dialogue was just too long.
February 22, 2019
Very typically Philippa Gregory.... I did not know much about Kateryn Parr, Henry VIII's last wife, but if this fictional account has any truth to it, she certainly played a good game to keep from losing her head! A good read.
March 4, 2020
I've read so little about Lady Jane Grey. What a tragic girl in a world beyond her abilities to control or even function within. I need to read more about this historical person. She deserves that even hundreds of years later.
August 28, 2017
I have enjoyed ever book in the Tudor series. I knew very little about KP so found it very interesting.
January 14, 2022
I read all have the war of the roses and Henry the 8th books. This was by far my favorite
October 29, 2016
Kateryn Parr is a different kind of queen. i will say that while she is smart and brave, she wasnt my favorite. its slow going at pqrts because of all the religious review she does but thats a major part of the story. you really do feel for her. she is smarted at every turn, from being replaced in the royal picture to not being named regent at the kinds demise. after all the lies he told her you would think she wouldnt be surprised. a must read!
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