Weir, Alison
The Captive Queen
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099534587
- author:
- Weir, Alison
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Arrow
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 13 x 3.6 cm
- Genre:
- Historical fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Eleanor of Aquitaine rides through France in 1152, fleeing her shattered marriage and seeking a new path. Her goal is to return to her duchy and marry Henry Plantagenet, a union that will forge a great empire and a notorious brood. This novel explores the complex web of alliances and rivalries that shaped medieval Europe, including the tumultuous relationships between Henry II and Thomas Becket, Eleanor and her mother Matilda, and father and sons. As the story unfolds, passions ignite and conflicts escalate, setting the stage for a dynasty that will leave its mark on history. A gripping tale of power, passion, and family, The Captive Queen is a compelling narrative that delves into the intricate world of medieval politics and personal relationships.
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