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Amid the political unrest of 16th‑century England and Scotland, Mary, Queen of Scots, is imprisoned as a hostage by the Earl of Shrewsbury and his formidable wife, Bess of Hardwick. Their home becomes a hub of intrigue, as spies, royalty, and conspirators collide. The novel follows the tense dynamics of loyalty and ambition, highlighting the courtly dangers that threaten all involved as they navigate treason, rebellion, and the relentless gaze of Spymaster William Cecil.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Philippa Gregory
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