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After the death of her mother’s husband and the transfer of his estate to the crown, Louise de la Vallière arrives at the court of King Louis XIV. Her skill as a rider and dancer quickly captures the young king’s attention, turning her into his preferred consort. She bears him four children, is granted the title of duchess, but later faces competition for his affection and a decline in favour at court.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Sandra Gulland
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