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Summary: Wonderful Biography
Review: This is a wonderful, interesting, and detailed read on the children of Henry VIII; Edward VI, Mary I, Elizabeth I, and Jane Grey (Henry's great-neice). The book describes each one of their reigns (although shame on Weir, two pages on Elizabeth's reign), their impact on the country, and their relationships with each other. A book no history enthusiast should be without!
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Summary: Great history in a readable format
Review: This is an incredibly fascinating story, full of intrigue and insight into some of the most famous of English monarchs. What impressed me the most about this book is that not only it was very readable, but the author has great integrity. She clearly presents the situations and explains the different rationales for various theories when the facts are a bit cloudy. Often, history books directed at the lay person are dumbed down, dramatized well beyond what is not only true but also necessary for an interesting story, and/or lack integrity. For a book to be so thorough and engaging is a true feat. This book will make a great gift for those with a mild interest in history, England, Elizabeth I, or the English monarchy.
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