The Kingmaker's Daughter My Rating: 5.0
The daughters of the man known as the Kingmaker, Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick: the most powerful magnate in fifteenth-century England. Without a son and heir, he uses his daughters, Anne and Isabel, as pawns in his political games, and they grow up to be influential players in their own right.
At the court of Edward IV and his beautiful queen, Elizabeth Woodville, Anne grows from a delightful child to become ever more fearful and desperate when her father makes war on his former friends. Married at age fourteen, she is soon left widowed and fatherless, her mother in sanctuary and her sister married to the enemy. Anne manages her own escape by marrying Richard, Duke of Gloucester, but her choice will set her on a collision course with the overwhelming power of the royal family.
Wow! I struggled with the unlikable characters in the last book and was honestly hesitant to continue with the series. But I absolutely loved this one. Anne was so lovable, and I felt deeply for everything she endured — what a difficult life she had. The plotting and treachery of the court surpass even today’s politics (if that’s possible!). I’m really enjoying rereading each period of history from different perspectives. This was absolutely excellent. I can’t wait to dive into the next book in the series!
Amazing! Have you listened to any of these on audio? Just curious.
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Yes, I should have said, I have listened to all of them on audio and they are amazing. The last book, I didn't like the pious character but everything else has been great and fabulous on audio. ♥
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