Saturday, July 26, 2008

Historical Fiction conjures up Elizabeth I

The Lady Elizabeth by Alison Weir (2008)

Elizabeth Tudor's early life is vividly imagined in this entertaining novel. Perhaps one of the most fascinating women of history, Elizabeth would grow up to be one of the most powerful monarchs of England. Even before she came to power her early life was full of uncertainty, manipulation, political intrigue, and plots against her life. From the time of her mother Anne Boleyn's beheading, through her tumultuous young adult years, Elizabeth set her self apart with her dignity and matched wits with the most brilliant men in England.

Alison Weir's story explores Elizabeth's transformation from a seductive flirt to the Virgin Queen, and while she takes fictional license, she crafts her story with attention to historical detail fashioning a captivating story.

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Reviewed by Korie B.

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