Henry VIII and His Court: A Historical Novel

"Henry VIII and His Court: A Historical Novel" by L. Mühlbach is a work of historical fiction that takes place during the reign of the infamous King Henry VIII, concentrating on his marriage to Catharine Parr. The story explores the ever-present danger of the King's court, with a special emphasis on ambition, love, and the vulnerable role of women in a male-dominated world. The tale starts as Catharine Parr marries the King, but instead of joy, she is filled with worry. As the story progresses, we meet Bishops Gardiner and Cranmer, who are parts of opposing religious sides and both have plans for the new queen. Catharine navigates a scary world of court life, struggling with the King's past and the conflict of differing beliefs in the country, which suggests that she may not survive.