Jane Seymour, the Haunted Queen - Alison Weir

nA sumptuous historical novel anchored by its excellent depiction of Jane Seymour, Henry the VIII's third queen . . .

This is a must for all fans of Tudor fiction and history.--Publishers Weekly n Ever since she was a child, Jane has longed for a cloistered life as a nun. But her large noble family has other plans, and as an adult, Jane is invited to the King's court to serve as lady-in-waiting to Queen Katherine of Aragon. The devout Katherine shows kindness to all her ladies, almost like a second mother, which makes rumors of Henry's lustful pursuit of Anne Boleyn--also lady-in-waiting to the queen--all the more shocking.

For Jane, the betrayal triggers memories of a haunting incident that shaped her beliefs about marriage. n n But once Henry disavows Katherine and secures Anne as his new queen--forever altering the religious landscape of England--he turns his eye to another: Jane herself. Urged to return the King's affection and earn favor for her family, Jane is drawn into a dangerous political game that pits her conscience against her desires.

Can Jane be the one to give the King his long-sought-after son, or will she be cast aside like the women who came before her? n n Bringing new insight to this compelling story, Alison Weir marries meticulous research with gripping historical fiction to re-create the dramas and intrigues of the most renowned court in English history. At its center is a loving and compassionate woman who captures the heart of a king, and whose life will hang in the balance for it.

n n Praise for Jane Seymour, The Haunted Queen n n Bestselling Alison] Weir's impressive novel shows why Jane deserves renewed attention and] illustrates Jane's unlikely journey from country knight's daughter to queen of England. . .

. From the richly appointed decor to the religious tenor of the time, the historical ambience is first-rate.--Booklist (starred review) n n Deft, authoritative biographical fiction . .

. a dramatic and empathic portrait of Jane Seymour.--Kirkus Reviewsn