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Weir, Alison
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Fiction
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2014
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Random House
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English
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The Marriage Game: A Novel of Elizabeth I
โ Scribed by Weir, Alison
- Book ID
- 108616802
- Publisher
- Random House Publishing Group
- Year
- 2015
- Tongue
- en-US
- Weight
- 445 KB
- Category
- Fiction
- ISBN-13
- 9780345511911
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โฆ Synopsis
In this compelling novel of Tudor drama and suspense, acclaimed author Alison Weir brings to life one of England's most scandalous royal love affairs: the romance between the "Virgin Queen" Elizabeth I and her courtier Lord Robert Dudley.
Only twenty-five and newly crowned, Elizabeth vows to rule the country as both queen andking. But her counselors continually press her to form an advantageous marriage and produce an heir. Though none of the suitors have yet worked their way to her throne, the dashing--though married--Lord Robert lays claim to Elizabeth's heart. Their flagrant flirting, their unescorted outings, and the appointment of Lord Robert to Master of Horse inspire whispers through the court, and even rumors that Elizabeth has secretly given birth to Lord Robert's child.
Events take a dark turn when Robert's wife is found dead. Universal shock is followed by accusations of murder. Despite the scandal, Elizabeth and Robert manage to navigate...
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