The Virgin’s Lover by Philippa Gregory
Fiction
What it’s about: In this next book in the Tudor saga, Philippa Gregory starts off with Lord Robert Dudley of the House of Northumberland, and his romance with Elizabeth the First of England, and explores the possible motivations for the alleged murder of Robert Dudley's wife, Amy.
Why you might like it: This is a wonderful way for people to learn about the history of the Tudor Legacy. By mixing real and fictional characters Philippa Gregory brings history to life. I also enjoy the way she explains and focuses on the role of women at that time. She writes about women that somehow show their strength yet stay within the confines of the restrictions women were faced with.
You might also like: The Other Queen by Philippa Gregory.
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