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The Boleyn Inheritance (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #10)

Philippa Gregory
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The Boleyn Inheritance (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Philippa Gregory

The Boleyn Inheritance (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #10)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

518

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

England • 16th Century

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Boleyn Inheritance by Philippa Gregory follows the intertwined fates of three women in the Tudor court: Jane Boleyn, Anne of Cleves, and Katherine Howard. Set during the reign of Henry VIII, the novel explores themes of power, ambition, and betrayal as these women navigate the treacherous landscape of royal favor and disfavor.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

99,265 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Philippa Gregory's The Boleyn Inheritance is lauded for its rich historical detail and engaging narrative, capturing the complexities of Henry VIII's court through vivid perspectives. However, some criticize its slow pacing and uneven character development. Overall, it's a compelling read for historical fiction enthusiasts, albeit not without its flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Boleyn Inheritance (The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels, #10)?

Readers who enjoy The Boleyn Inheritance by Philippa Gregory typically appreciate historical fiction with strong female characters and intricate court politics. Fans of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall or Alison Weir’s historical novels would find this book engaging for its rich detail of Tudor England and dramatic storytelling.

4.2

99,265 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

518

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

England • 16th Century

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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