Lady Mary

In "The Princess and the Queen," Lucy Worsley presents the famous divorce of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon from the perspective of Princess Mary, highlighting her desire for her family to stay together and her struggle against those who seek to undermine her.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

A captivating children's novel by renowned television historian Lucy Worsley, delves into the most famous divorce in history, offering a unique perspective through the eyes of Princess Mary. Told with thrilling, dramatic, and touching elements, this novel presents the story of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon's divorce from Mary's perspective.

At the heart of Mary's desires is the unwavering wish for her family to remain united. She yearns for her mother, father, and herself to be together in the same place, cherishing the bond that binds them. However, when her father declares his marriage to her mother void and questions Mary's legitimacy as his child, she faces a reality that shatters her hopes.

The situation worsens when her father marries again, separating Mary from her mother and placing her in the servitude of her new sister. Faced with adversity, Mary must summon an extraordinary strength to confront those who seek to undermine her. Despite the doubts and criticisms that surround her, Mary firmly believes in her royal heritage and is determined to fight for what is rightfully hers.

Through her journey, Mary learns the importance of resilience, loyalty, and self-belief. She discovers that her bloodline as a princess gives her the courage to stand up against adversity and defend her rights. Despite the challenges she faces, Mary remains unwavering in her identity as a princess, ready to embrace her destiny and make a lasting impact on the world.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 131 x 198 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408869444