Pros: Interesting world-building, and an interesting way of integrating history and fantasy. Cons: The heroine can be irritating at times, and I wish I understood more of why some of the conflict was taking place. Rating: 3.5 out of 5…
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"Mark of the Rose" by Kate Pearce
Posted in Reviews Tagged with: England, Henry VIII, historical, Kate Pearce, paranormal, romance, Tudor, Tudor Vampire Chroncles, vampire
"Kiss of the Rose" by Kate Pearce
Pros: Fascinating paranormal take on Tudor court life. Cons: Villain feels too crazy to really be a threat, and some of the romantic tension feels forced. Rating: 3 out of 5 Review book courtesy of Penguin Group Because of…
Posted in Reviews Tagged with: Druid, Henry VIII, historical, Kate Pearce, paranormal, romance, Tudor, Tudor Vampire Chronicles, vampires
"No Will But His" by Sarah A. Hoyt
Pros: Some fascinating glimpses into court life and how people could react to each other. Cons: The main character can be aggravatingly self-centered sometimes. Rating: 3.5 out of 5 Review book courtesy of Penguin Group Kathryn Howard spends her…
"Notorious Royal Marriages" by Leslie Carroll
Pros: Interesting look at the private lives of some of the more famous (or infamous) European royals. Cons: The genealogy can get confusing because many names were passed down through generations. Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Review book courtesy of…
Posted in Reviews Tagged with: Diana, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry VIII, history, King, Marie Antoinette, marriage, Napoleon, Queen, royal, Victoria