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Royal Court #5
The Lady's Defiance
The Tudor court is crawling with enemies. She can only hide for so long.“There’s no danger in a bit of poetry.”
Mary Howard is the dutiful daughter of the infamous Duke of Norfolk. Protected by her prestigious family and wealth, she is swept up in Anne Boleyn’s glittering court. Charmed by talented poets and flirtatious knights, it’s easy to forget that someone is watching her every move. The court grows wilder as the world changes around them. Everything seems possible, even marrying for love. All Mary can think of is her poetry, but then she gets involved in her uncle’s affairs. She discovers happiness comes at a price. Soon her world of privilege and safety are torn away.But she’s not a Howard girl for nothing. She will defy them all.
Mary Howard is the dutiful daughter of the infamous Duke of Norfolk. Protected by her prestigious family and wealth, she is swept up in Anne Boleyn’s glittering court. Charmed by talented poets and flirtatious knights, it’s easy to forget that someone is watching her every move. The court grows wilder as the world changes around them. Everything seems possible, even marrying for love. All Mary can think of is her poetry, but then she gets involved in her uncle’s affairs. She discovers happiness comes at a price. Soon her world of privilege and safety are torn away.But she’s not a Howard girl for nothing. She will defy them all.
236 pages, ebook
Published September 29, 2021
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About the author
Anne R. Bailey
23 books115 followersAnne is a novelist, entrepreneur and when she can find the time: wife.
Her love of historical fiction, writing, and romance encouraged her to dive head first into the world of publishing. With a cup of warm coffee by her side and her dog at her feet, she can be found at her desk writing late into the night.
Her love of historical fiction, writing, and romance encouraged her to dive head first into the world of publishing. With a cup of warm coffee by her side and her dog at her feet, she can be found at her desk writing late into the night.
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October 8, 2021
Love this author
I really enjoyed this book about Mary Howard, wife of Henry Fitzroy. Even though the majority of her story was based on limited information, I believe the author gave true voice to Mary. I found Mary to be a remarkable woman and I rooted for her all the way. It's sad she rarely found any happiness. A must read!
I really enjoyed this book about Mary Howard, wife of Henry Fitzroy. Even though the majority of her story was based on limited information, I believe the author gave true voice to Mary. I found Mary to be a remarkable woman and I rooted for her all the way. It's sad she rarely found any happiness. A must read!
November 30, 2023
Very well written book about Mary Howard, Henry Fitzroy’s wife. Even though her relationship with her husband was barely touched on, you are able to discern what type of person she was. This book is very different from other books that tell of her relationship with her father and husband. In other books she has a tumultuous relationship with her father and was in love with Henry Fitzroy. Completely different in this book. Still a good work of historical fiction.
June 2, 2024
I lobe this series!!!!!
Every story could be a stand alone novella but they blend together beautifully. I am looking forward to reading number six in this series and hoping for more to follow.
Every story could be a stand alone novella but they blend together beautifully. I am looking forward to reading number six in this series and hoping for more to follow.
March 29, 2022
03/29/2022
May 5, 2022
Well written historical fiction
A very enjoyable read from historical and fictitious points of view. Could relate to the main character. Very Well written
A very enjoyable read from historical and fictitious points of view. Could relate to the main character. Very Well written
February 17, 2024
Good!
I think this was the authors best work yet. I liked learning more of Mary Howard. More details than previous books.
I think this was the authors best work yet. I liked learning more of Mary Howard. More details than previous books.
May 26, 2025
Good read
Interesting and from a different point of view. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in Tudor novels. Like I said a good read.
Interesting and from a different point of view. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in Tudor novels. Like I said a good read.
Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews