Guest Review: The Boleyn Bride (Brandy Purdy)

Paperback, 272 pages
Expected publication: February 25th 2014 by Kensington
ARC Provided by Publisher for Honest Review

From carefree young woman to disillusioned bride, the dazzling lady who would become mother and grandmother to two of history's most infamous queens, has a fascinating story all her own. . .At sixteen, Elizabeth Howard envisions a glorious life for herself as lady-in-waiting to the future queen, Catherine of Aragon. But when she is forced to marry Thomas Boleyn, a wealthy commoner, Elizabeth is left to stagnate in the countryside while her detested husband pursues his ambitions. There, she raises golden girl Mary, moody George, and ugly duckling Anne—while staving off boredom with a string of admirers. Until Henry VIII takes the throne. . .When Thomas finally brings his highborn wife to London, Elizabeth indulges in lavish diversions and dalliances—and catches the lusty king's eye. But those who enjoy Henry's fickle favor must also guard against his wrath. For while her husband's machinations bring Elizabeth and her children to the pinnacle of power, the distance to the scaffold is but a short one—and the Boleyn family's fortune may be turning. . 

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Brandy Purdy (Emily Purdy in the UK) is the author of several historical novels including THE CONFESSION OF PIERS GAVESTON, THE BOLEYN WIFE (THE TUDOR WIFE), THE TUDOR THRONE (MARY & ELIZABETH), THE QUEEN'S PLEASURE (A COURT AFFAIR), and THE QUEEN'S RIVALS (THE FALLEN QUEEN).

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This was an interesting read to say the least! If you are intrigued by history and what could have been going on in England back in the day of King Henry VIII then this is definitely the book for you! I have always been enthralled by the Royals of England. Being very close in age to Prince William I always thought I should have moved to England to try to become the Princess...LOL! The is exactly what Anne Boleyn did! 

This book tells the story of how Anne Boleyn became King Henry VIII's second wife. The story is told from the perspective of Anne's mother, Elizabeth. Elizabeth was a selfish person and a terrible mother...or at least that is how she portrayed herself. Anne was never expected to amount to anything and her family often told her she would become a nun. Anne sure showed them! I would highly recommend this book! 

I give it 4 stars!!

** Thank you to Edelweiss  & Kensington Publishing for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!!**