The King's Witches
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Discover this fiercely propulsive historical novel that gives voices to the women at the heart of Scotland's sixteenth-century witch trials, from the Women's Prize-longlisted author of The Maiden.
Edinburgh, 1589. Princess Anna of Denmark is to wed King James VI of Scotland. First, she must pass the trial period: one year of marriage to prove herself worthy. Under the watchful eye of her loyal lady-in-waiting, Kirsten, Anna resolves to be the perfect royal bride. Until she meets Lord Henry . . .
Meanwhile, young housemaid Jura has recently fled to the capital, seeking protection and anonymity. But her newfound safety is soon threatened when she is caught up in the witchcraft mania that has gripped the country - and its new queen.
'A beautifully written tale of love and duty, fear and courage' - Jenny Ashcroft, bestselling author of The Echoes of Love
'A gripping, poignant novel that gives voices to those so often unheard in historical accounts' - Elizabeth Lee, author of Cunning Women
*The Maiden was longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction on 05/03/2024
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Very well written and emotional!
A bit slow at first, but the story soon picks up speed. I am not a big romance reader (and would have probably never picked this book up if I hadn't had to read it for a university course), but this is much more than just a quickly burning love affair. "The King's Witches" is a feminist retelling of James' and Anna's first months of marriage - troubled by superstitious believes in witchcraft and political troubles. The women are deeply connected, their characters dimensional. I felt so much empathy for Jura, but also for Anna and Kirsten, for they suffer a great deal as well. I recommend this to everyone who enjoys a historical novel that focuses on a female perspective, with depth and emotion, and a gripping yet descriptive writing style!
Description
Discover this fiercely propulsive historical novel that gives voices to the women at the heart of Scotland's sixteenth-century witch trials, from the Women's Prize-longlisted author of The Maiden.
Edinburgh, 1589. Princess Anna of Denmark is to wed King James VI of Scotland. First, she must pass the trial period: one year of marriage to prove herself worthy. Under the watchful eye of her loyal lady-in-waiting, Kirsten, Anna resolves to be the perfect royal bride. Until she meets Lord Henry . . .
Meanwhile, young housemaid Jura has recently fled to the capital, seeking protection and anonymity. But her newfound safety is soon threatened when she is caught up in the witchcraft mania that has gripped the country - and its new queen.
'A beautifully written tale of love and duty, fear and courage' - Jenny Ashcroft, bestselling author of The Echoes of Love
'A gripping, poignant novel that gives voices to those so often unheard in historical accounts' - Elizabeth Lee, author of Cunning Women
*The Maiden was longlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction on 05/03/2024
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Very well written and emotional!
A bit slow at first, but the story soon picks up speed. I am not a big romance reader (and would have probably never picked this book up if I hadn't had to read it for a university course), but this is much more than just a quickly burning love affair. "The King's Witches" is a feminist retelling of James' and Anna's first months of marriage - troubled by superstitious believes in witchcraft and political troubles. The women are deeply connected, their characters dimensional. I felt so much empathy for Jura, but also for Anna and Kirsten, for they suffer a great deal as well. I recommend this to everyone who enjoys a historical novel that focuses on a female perspective, with depth and emotion, and a gripping yet descriptive writing style!