My Book Reviews

If you love Tudor Era Historical Fiction…
Tudor England is a historical timeframe that I absolutely love to read about. This book did NOT disappoint. Rosemary Griggs takes a remarkable woman, that we know very little about and gives her life meaning and significance. It is beautifully written and swept me away to 16th century Devon, England. I actually listened to the audio version of this book which was read by the author herself. The narration was wonderful. I truly believe her narration was the icing on the cake! I can’t wait to read more by this author.

Original review: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6991334217

Having read Rosemary's first book, it was with eager anticipation that the second came about and with great luck, I met Rosemary as she gave a talk at a local festival dressed in her fabulous gown.
This book did not disappoint.
The tale of a young woman's turbulent childhood in war torn France, her close relationship with the family 'guardian' Alain but difficult relationship with a headstrong mother. The factual elements of this woman's life were interwoven with embellishment, all of which made perfect sense and was not overly sentimental nor did it deviate from the factual points so much that it …

I loved listening to this book. You get a lot of books about Henry viii, but this one was unique in its perspective. Katherine Kat, is indeed a woman of noble wit. She is strong, she is smart, she is resolved to make something of her life. I loved her relationship with Walter Sr. and each of her children. Her family too was so supportive and engaged both in court life and her life.

The writing was descriptive and emotional and the narration was on point.

Original review posted on Good rEads on 4 September 2024
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/6820321691

The Dartington Bride (Daughters of Devon)
WRITTEN BY ROSEMARY GRIGGS
REVIEW BY ANNA BELFRAGE

In 1559, the French king, Henri II, died of injuries incurred during a tournament. The person responsible for these injuries was Gabriel de Lorges, the future Count of Montgomery. At the time, the protagonist of The Dartington Bride, Gabriel’s daughter Roberda, was around six. For some weeks, her existence went topsy-turvy as the family awaited news as to her father’s fate.

Roberda’s childhood is filled with turmoil: while her father was pardoned for Henri II, he then embraces the cause of Protestantism, which effectively has his entire family …

Reviewed in the United States on 10 September 2024
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If you like history then you will love this book! I loved 😍 reading this book its really interesting I learned a lot.

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