Category Archives: Books 2016

Books 2016 – on sale today – Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane Grey by Nicola Tallis

Posted on 3rd November 2016 by Tamise

3 November 2016 – Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane Grey by Nicola Tallis ‘ Following Lady Jane Grey’s journey from the deadly intrigues of her childhood that led inexorably through to her trial and execution at … Continue reading →

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Books 2016 – on sale now – Mary I : The Daughter of Time by John Edwards

Posted on 28th October 2016 by Tamise

27th October 2016 – Mary I: The Daughter of Time by John Edwards (Penguin Monarchs) ‘The elder daughter of Henry VIII, Mary I (1553-58) became England’s ruler on the unexpected death of her brother Edward VI. Her short reign is … Continue reading →

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Another reason to buy BBC History Magazine this month…

Posted on 19th October 2016 by Tamise

As well as an article about Lady Jane, this month’s issue of BBC History Magazine also features an article by Sarah Gristwood. ‘Game of Queens’ is a very useful and fascinating introduction to the main historical players in her new … Continue reading →

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Books 2016 – on sale today – Catherine of Aragon by Amy Licence

Posted on 15th October 2016 by Tamise

15 October 2016 – Catherine of Aragon: An Intimate Life of Henry VIII’s True Wife by Amy Licence ‘Catherine of Aragon continues to fascinate readers 500 years after she became Henry VIII’s first queen. Her life was one of passion … Continue reading →

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