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Set in Tudor England, the novel follows Anne Boleyn, daughter of an ambitious lord who grows into a formidable queen. Her marriage to Henry VIII, lack of a male heir, and ensuing political rivalries culminate in her imprisonment and execution in the Tower of London. The story portrays the religious turmoil and social tensions that shaped England during this pivotal period.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Historical Fiction/Medieval Historical Fiction
Authors: Victoria Holt
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