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Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses

Sarah Gristwood
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Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Sarah Gristwood

Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
British Literature

Biography
Period
Medieval
Setting

England • 15th century

Topic
World History

European History

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses by Sarah Gristwood explores the roles and influence of several women in the historical Wars of the Roses. The book highlights how these individuals navigated and impacted political and personal landscapes, shaping the course of English history during this tumultuous period.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.1

2,724 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sarah Gristwood's Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses offers a compelling look into the pivotal roles women played during this turbulent period. The narrative is engaging, though some critics note its complexity due to the extensive cast. Gristwood enriches historical discourse but occasionally presents analysis that feels speculative rather than definitive.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses?

Readers who enjoy Blood Sisters: The Women Behind The Wars Of The Roses by Sarah Gristwood typically appreciate historical biographies that spotlight women's roles in significant events. Fans of The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory and The Women of the Cousins’ War by Gregory, Baldwin, and Jones will find this book appealing.

4.1

2,724 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

434

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
British Literature

Biography
Period
Medieval
Setting

England • 15th century

Topic
World History

European History

Women`s Studies
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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