The Taming of the Queen

By: Philippa Gregory

Narrated by: Bianca Amato

By the #1 New York Times bestselling author, a novel of passion and power set against the deadly backdrop of Tudor history, this riveting new tale explores the fate of Kateryn Parr—King Henry VIII’s sixth and final wife—in a richly imagined work of historical fiction.

Kateryn Parr, a thirty-year-old widow in a secret affair with a new lover, has no choice when a man old enough to be her father who has buried four wives—King Henry VIII—commands her to marry him.

Kateryn has no doubt about the danger she faces: the previous queen lasted sixteen months, the one before barely half a year. But Henry adores his new bride and Kateryn’s trust in him grows as she unites the royal family, creates a radical study circle at the heart of the court, and rules the kingdom as Regent.

But is this enough to keep her safe? A leader of religious reform and the first woman to publish in English, Kateryn stands out as an independent woman with a mind of her own. But she cannot save the Protestants, under threat for their faith, and Henry’s dangerous gaze turns on her. The traditional churchmen and rivals for power accuse her of heresy—the punishment is death by fire and the king’s name is on the warrant...

From the acclaimed author who brought readers The Other Boleyn Girl, The White Queen, and The Spanish Princess, this is a searing and intimate portrait of a woman who fought for love, learning, and survival at the court of a medieval killer.

Philippe never disappoints

Another wonderful book full of rich details and creative touches. It's not a history book so don't let variance from fact annoy you. She brings the Tudor court to life in vivid clarity. Worth the read can't wait for the next book.

Classic Gregory

Some parts really drag, but it was overall interesting. Really highlights the problem of not having religious liberty.

Historical fiction at it's finest!

I enjoyed this book as much or more than the other books in this series. I had to remind myself at times that some of the most interesting scenes were fiction. I was motivated, as with the other novels, to read the actual history. I highly recommend!

Interesting angle on Henry VIII

What did you love best about The Taming of the Queen?

Philippa Gregory is definitely in my top 5 favorite authors. The Plantagenet and Tudor families /reigns, during the 14th & 15th centuries are especially interesting. This takes place during the end of Henry VIII reign. I enjoy English history, tweaked to make a really great story, though I have not loved every book in the Cousins war & Tudor series, I am definitely a re-listener on most her books.

wonderfully written and narrated

I was spellbound with both the story and the narrated version. I was not familiar with this queen nor how vicious this period was