by EmilyPurdy (Author)
Two sisters: united by blood, divided by the crown...
Mary and Elizabeth is an unforgettable story of a powerful love affair that changed the course of history, perfect for fans of The Tudors and Philippa Gregory.
They shared childhood memories and grown-up dreams...
Mary was England's precious jewel, the surviving child of the tumultuous relationship between Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. However, when Henry fell passionately in love with the dark-eyed Anne Boleyn, he cast his wife and daughter aside.
Henry and Anne's union sees the birth of Elizabeth. Mary is soon declared a bastard, stripped of all royal privileges, performing the lowliest tasks. But, there is something about Elizabeth. And Mary soon grows to love her like a sister.
After the passage of three years, and Anne Boleyn's execution, Henry can no longer bear the sight of his female heir. With the birth of a son, Edward, both Mary and Elizabeth seem destined for oblivion. But as history will show, fate had something far more elaborate in store...
Format: Paperback
Pages: 386
Publisher: Avon
Published: 09 Jun 2011
ISBN 10: 184756237X
ISBN 13: 9781847562371
Praise for Mary & Elizabeth:
`An enjoyable historical read.' Closer Book Club
Emily Purdy was born in Texas, where she still lives.