Carolyn Meyer Knihy

Kniha začíná v roce 1527, kdy kněžna Marie, dcera Kateřiny Aragonské a krále Jindřicha VIII, se zasnoubila s králem Francie. Život jde dobře pro princeznu, dokud se její otec nesetká s Anne Boleynovou. Ta přesvědčí krále, aby sňatek s Kateřinou anuloval. V Jindřichovi se stále stupňuje náklonnost k Anne Boleynové a to není nic dobrého pro Kateřinu, ani pro jejich dcerku Marii. V historickém románu ze 16. století autorka odhaluje proč Marie Tudorovna, jedna z nejméně oblibených britských vládkyň, mohla vyrůst v tak krutou záštiplnou královnu, a proč přesto, že je někdy popisována jako jemná, milosrdná osoba, si jí historie pamatuje jako krvavou Marii. Marie, krásná, mladá princezna, dcera krále Jindřicha VIII., žila ve velikém zámku naplněném sloužícími, zvyklá na drahé šperky, krásné šaty a štědré večírky až do doby, kdy byla náhle otcem zapuzena a musela žít bez matky, bez peněz i bez nového oblečení na studeném osamělém místě. Na začátku se jí to zdálo jako hrozný omyl a i když měl otec nadějnou a ponižující aféru s čarodějnicí, tak nepřestává doufat v lepší osud, ale když opustil její matku, vzal si ďábelskou milenku a měl s ní dítě, začala ztrácet víru. Oblečená v hadrech byla nakonec zavolána zpět do paláce, aby se stala služkou své malé nevlastní sestry.

The dizzying rise and horrific downfall of the last queen of France from the New York Times bestselling author of Duchessina. From the moment she was betrothed to the dauphin of France at age fourteen, perfection was demanded of Marie-Antoinette. Desperate for affection and subjected to constant scrutiny, this spirited young woman can’t help but want to let loose with elaborate parties, scandalous fashions, and even a forbidden love affair. Meanwhile, the peasants of France are suffering from increasing poverty and becoming outraged. They want to make the queen pay for her reckless extravagance—with her life. Includes historical notes, an author’s note, and bibliography “Historical-fiction fans will be swept up in the cruel fates of the monarchs and political forces, particularly as the drama escalates into horror.”—Booklist “Beautifully written from the point of view of Marie-Antoinette, and then from the point of view of her daughter, this is fascinating book that fans of historical fiction will find captivating.”—Through the Looking Glass Children’s Book Reviews “This novel about the ill-fated queen covers her life from age 13 when, as an Austrian princess, she prepares to marry the French dauphin to her death by guillotine in 1793 . . . Meyer writes in a lighthearted, casual style, vividly portraying the historical era and aptly defining unfamiliar vocabulary.”—School Library Journal

Award-winning author Carolyn Meyer introduces readers to the unforgettable Anastasia Romanov whose idyllic life is forever changed with the coming of World War I.

The latest installment in the acclaimed Young Royals series by a master of historical fiction tells the story of the powerful and passionate Mary Queen of Scots, who was widowed at eighteen, stripped of her throne, and set adrift, but never gave up her brutal campaign to regain her sovereignty.

Exploring the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, the narrative delves into the bonds shared across three generations, revealing deep-seated secrets and poignant revelations. As the characters navigate their intertwined lives, themes of love, understanding, and the impact of the past come to the forefront, offering a heartfelt examination of familial connections.

Everyone thought she could never be queen, but everyone was wrong.

A biographical novel about the life of artist Georgia O'Keeffe, from her childhood when she decided to be an artist to her eventual rise to fame in the American Southwest.

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The story follows thirteen-year-old Emily Rose as she visits her extended family in Texas, confronting the starkly different racial attitudes compared to her biracial upbringing in the northeast. As she bonds with her great-grandmother, Rose Lee, Emily Rose embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring her African American heritage and uncovering a deeper understanding of her identity. This compelling narrative highlights themes of family, heritage, and the complexities of racial dynamics in America.

Mary Tudor, who would reign briefly as Queen of England during the mid sixteenth century, tells the story of her troubled childhood as daughter of King Henry VIII.