Margaret Beaufort

And on she marches – of the indomitable Margaret Beaufort as Judith Arnopp sees her

Today, we’re moving forward into the 15th century and a fascinating lady, Margaret Beaufort.  Personally, I think Judith Arnopp has breathed wonderful life into a woman who has often been portrayed as cold, determined and extremely ambitious–on behalf of her son. Not that I am surprised: Judith is an author who excels at submerging the […]

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Digging up the Tudor roots

Okay, I’m going to come clean: I am NOT a major Tudor fan. I’ve had it up to here (waves hand around eye level) with novels featuring Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Likewise with Elizabeth I – undoubtedly an intriguing lady – maybe not so much with Mary Tudor. Which is why I surprised myself

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