The Boleyn Deceit: A Novel by Laura Andersen (English) Paperback Book

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"Henry IX, known as William, is the son of Anne Boleyn and now the leader of England, his regency period finally at an end. His newfound power, however, comes with the looming specter of war with the other major powers of Europe, with strategic alliances that must be forged on both the battlefield and in the bedroom, and with a court, severed by religion, rife with plots to take over the throne"--

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Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory, Alison Weir, and Showtime's The Tudors, The Boleyn Deceit is the captivating new novel set in the imagined Tudor court of King Henry IX, son of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, who must navigate a terrain rife with palace intrigue, impending war, and unbridled passions.The regency period is over and William Tudor, now King Henry IX, sits alone on the throne. But England must still contend with those who doubt his legitimacy, both in faraway lands and within his own family. To diffuse tensions and appease the Catholics, William is betrothed to a young princess from France, but still he has eyes for only his childhood friend Minuette, and court tongues are wagging.  Even more scandalous—and dangerous, if discovered—is that Minuette's heart and soul belong to Dominic, William's best friend and trusted advisor. Minuette must walk a delicate balance between her two suitors, unable to confide in anyone, not even her friend Elizabeth, William's sister, who must contend with her own cleaved heart. In this irresistible tale, the secrets that everyone keeps are enough to change the course of an empire.Includes a preview of Laura Andersen's The Boleyn ReckoningPraise for The Boleyn Deceit"Detailed and quick-paced, [The Boleyn Deceit] will have series fans devouring it and emerging eager for the last book. An excellent recommendation for Phillippa Gregory fans."—Booklist (starred review)"This entertaining work of alternative history offers plenty to savor for both fans of historical romance and those whose passion is political intrigue. . . . Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory and Alison Weir, Andersen's novel admirably takes artistic license with history while remaining true to many aspects of real-world history. . . . [Foreshadows] a mesmerizing conclusion to the trilogy."—Publishers Weekly"An intriguing re-imagining of Tudor England and the treacheries of court life."—Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Laura Andersen's The Boleyn King"A sumptuous, vividly imagined novel of a Boleyn king's fateful rise to power amid the treacherous glamour of the Tudor court."—C. W. Gortner, author of The Queen's Vow"Fans of both Stephenie Meyer and Philippa Gregory will find much to love in this evocative and well-written debut."—Francine Mathews, author of Jack 1939Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader's Circle for author chats and more.

Author Biography

Laura Andersen is married with four children, and possesses a constant sense of having forgotten something important. She has a BA in English (with an emphasis in British history), which she puts to use by reading everything she can lay her hands on.

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Praise for The Boleyn Deceit"Detailed and quick-paced, [The Boleyn Deceit] will have series fans devouring it and emerging eager for the last book. An excellent recommendation for Phillippa Gregory fans."—Booklist (starred review)"This entertaining work of alternative history offers plenty to savor for both fans of historical romance and those whose passion is political intrigue. . . . Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory and Alison Weir, Andersen's novel admirably takes artistic license with history while remaining true to many aspects of real-world history. . . . [Foreshadows] a mesmerizing conclusion to the trilogy."—Publishers Weekly"An intriguing re-imagining of Tudor England and the treacheries of court life."—Kirkus ReviewsPraise for Laura Andersen's The Boleyn King"A sumptuous, vividly imagined novel of a Boleyn king's fateful rise to power amid the treacherous glamour of the Tudor court."—C. W. Gortner, author of The Queen's Vow"Fans of both Stephenie Meyer and Philippa Gregory will find much to love in this evocative and well-written debut."—Francine Mathews, author of Jack 1939

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Discussion Question for Reading Group Guide

1. In the opening chapter of the novel, Minuette writes: "William has commanded [ John Dee] to give a private reading of our stars. Only the four of us-- for it would not do to let our secrets, past or future, slip into wider circulation." Yet, she keeps a journal that details many of their secrets. Do you think it is dangerous for her to do so? Would you, in her place? 2. When they meet with John Dee, Minuette reflects, "We all have motives that are less than pure." Do you agree? Do you think that the nature of the court made it impossible to be anything but self-serving at heart? 3. At one point Dominic says to Minuette, "Give me the word, and I'll go straight to William myself and tell him the truth." To which Minuette responds, "We can't just throw this in his face. He's not ready to hear it." Why do you think Minuette is so set against being honest with William? Is it solely because she wishes to spare his feelings? Was there ever a moment when Minuette or Dominic could have (or should have) told William about their relationship? 4. Ironically, though she is against confessing to William, it is Minuette who proposes the dipraesenti marriage, arguing that "the court live[s] by its own rules." Do you think she is being rational, or hopelessly na

Excerpt from Book

CHAPTER ONE Greenwich Palace 21 December 1554 I have but a few minutes before Carrie must dress me for tonight''s festivities. Christmas is nearly here, but tonight''s celebration is rather more pagan. There is to be an eclipse of the moon, and coming as it does on the winter solstice when darkness claims its longest reign, even the most devout are unsettled. So why not dance and drink and throw our merriment into the dark as a challenge? Also, there is a visitor at court. His name is John Dee and he is reputed one of the finest minds of the age. He has come to court in the Duke of Northumberland''s company, and William has commanded him to give a private reading of our stars. Only the four of us--

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Andersen recently launched a Tudor trilogy with The Boleyn King, which imagines that Anne Boleyn gave birth to a lusty baby boy who would become king of England. Here, Henry IX has passed through his regency period and now faces war with other European powers. Excitement is building among fans of historicals.

Details ISBN0345534115 Author Laura Andersen Short Title BOLEYN DECEIT Language English ISBN-10 0345534115 ISBN-13 9780345534118 Media Book Format Paperback Series The Boleyn Trilogy Year 2013 Publication Date 2013-11-05 Series Number 2 Subtitle A Novel Country of Publication India Pages 416 Publisher Random House USA Inc Imprint Random House USA Inc DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this

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