The Widow Queen

Elzbieta Cherezinska's The Widow Queen is an epic saga of a Polish queen who seeks a throne of her own, with no husband by her side. It is perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory, Bernard Cornwell, and the Vikings TV series.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 512 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2022
Publisher: St Martin's Press

Elzbieta Cherezinska, also known as the Widow Queen, is the captivating tale of a Polish queen whose life and legacy were nearly lost to time until now. This epic saga is a must-read for fans of Philippa Gregory, Bernard Cornwell, and the Vikings TV series. The bold and daring Swietoslawa, to her father, the mighty Duke of Poland, represents three potential alliances. Three marriages that could solidify his empire. However, Swietoslawa desires a throne of her own, without a husband at her side. The gods may grant her wish, but crowns come with a heavy burden, and power is a double-edged sword that cuts both ways.

Born into a noble family, Swietoslawa was destined for greatness. Raised in a world of luxury and privilege, she was educated in the arts, literature, and politics. However, she was never content with playing the role of a pawn in her father's schemes. She yearned for more, for a life that was hers to control.

As she grew older, Swietoslawa's desire for independence only grew stronger. She began to plot and scheme, hoping to one day seize the throne and rule as queen. She knew that it would not be an easy task, but she was determined to make it happen.

One day, Swietoslawa met a young man named Wladyslaw. He was handsome, charming, and intelligent, and he was also a prince of a neighboring kingdom. Swietoslawa fell in love with him instantly, and they began a secret affair.

Their relationship was fraught with danger. Swietoslawa knew that her father would never approve of their union, and he was determined to stop them at all costs. But Swietoslawa was not deterred. She was willing to do anything to be with the man she loved.

As their affair continued, Swietoslawa began to gather support from other members of her family. She convinced her sisters to join her in her quest for power, and together they plotted and schemed to overthrow their father and seize the throne.

Their plan was intricate and complex, but they were confident that it would work. They knew that their father was weak and vulnerable, and they were determined to take advantage of his weakness.

Finally, after years of planning and preparation, Swietoslawa and her sisters launched their attack. They staged a rebellion, and their father was quickly overthrown. Swietoslawa was declared queen, and Wladyslaw was crowned king.

Their reign was short-lived, however. Their enemies quickly rallied against them, and they were forced to flee the kingdom. Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw were exiled, and their lives were forever changed.

Despite their exile, Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw never gave up on their dream of reclaiming the throne. They continued to plot and scheme, and they eventually returned to Poland with a small army.

Their return was met with resistance from their enemies, but Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw were determined to fight. They fought bravely, and they eventually defeated their enemies and reclaimed the throne.

Swietoslawa was once again queen, and Wladyslaw was once again king. Their reign was long and prosperous, and they were remembered as heroes throughout Poland.

In conclusion, Elzbieta Cherezinska, also known as the Widow Queen, is the epic story of a Polish queen whose life and legacy were nearly lost to time until now. This sweeping saga is perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory, Bernard Cornwell, and the Vikings TV series. The bold and daring Swietoslawa, to her father, the mighty Duke of Poland, represents three potential alliances. Three marriages that could solidify his empire. However, Swietoslawa desires a throne of her own, without a husband at her side. The gods may grant her wish, but crowns come with a heavy burden, and power is a double-edged sword that cuts both ways. Born into a noble family, Swietoslawa was destined for greatness. Raised in a world of luxury and privilege, she was educated in the arts, literature, and politics. However, she was never content with playing the role. As she grew older, Swietoslawa's desire for independence only grew stronger. She began to plot and scheme, hoping to one day seize the throne and rule as queen. She knew that it would not be an easy task, but she was determined to make it happen. One day, Swietoslawa met a young man named Wladyslaw. He was handsome, charming, and intelligent, and he was also a prince of a neighboring kingdom. Swietoslawa fell in love with him instantly, and they began a secret affair. Their relationship was fraught with danger. Swietoslawa knew that her father would never approve of their union, and he was determined to stop them at all costs. But Swietoslawa was not deterred. She was willing to do anything to be with the man she loved. As their affair continued, Swietoslawa began to gather support from other members of her family. She convinced her sisters to join her in her quest for power, and together they plotted and schemed to overthrow their father and seize the throne. Their plan was intricate and complex, but they were confident that it would work. They knew that their father was weak and vulnerable, and they were determined to take advantage of his weakness. Finally, after years of planning and preparation, Swietoslawa and her sisters launched their attack. They staged a rebellion, and their father was quickly overthrown. Swietoslawa was declared queen, and Wladyslaw was crowned king. Their reign was short-lived, however. Their enemies quickly rallied against them, and they were forced to flee the kingdom. Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw were exiled, and their lives were forever changed. Despite their exile, Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw never gave up on their dream of reclaiming the throne. They continued to plot and scheme, and they eventually returned to Poland with a small army. Their return was met with resistance from their enemies, but Swietoslawa and Wladyslaw were determined to fight. They fought bravely, and they eventually defeated their enemies and reclaimed the throne. Swietoslawa was once again queen, and Wladyslaw was once again king. Their reign was long and prosperous, and they were remembered as heroes throughout Poland.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 156 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781250218018