by Alison Weir
Part of Six Tudor Queens, book 5
First published 2020
Katheryn Howard is a young, vivacious woman thrust into the glittering, treacherous world of Henry VIII's court. Determined to escape her humble beginnings, she navigates a maze of secrets and betrayals, winning the king's affection. But as Katheryn's star rises, so do the dangers she faces. With the ever-watchful eyes of the queen's enemies upon her, one false step could mean her undoing. In this captivating historical drama, Katheryn must fight to preserve her newfound position and the life she so desperately desires.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, biographical-fiction, historical-drama
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Tudor England, Henry VIII's Court
Period: 16th Century
480 pages · Hardcover · Headline Review
Content warnings: sexual-content, violence