Rival to the Queen

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Rival to the Queen
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Author Carolly Erickson
Genre Historical fiction
Published2010
Followed by The Favored Queen (2011) 

Rival to the Queen is a 2010 historical fiction novel by Carolly Erickson.

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Plot summary

The story focuses on Elizabeth I and her cousin Lettice Knollys' competition for the affections of Robert Dudley, 1st Earl of Leicester.

Reception

The book received mixed reviews from critics. [1] [2] Some reviewers criticized the plot's historical inaccuracies, and critics were divided on the portrayal of Elizabeth. [3] [4]

References

  1. RIVAL TO THE QUEEN | Kirkus Reviews.
  2. "Rival to the Queen". Historical Novel Society. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  3. Crowley, Elizabeth. "RIVAL TO THE QUEEN by Carolly Erickson". Fresh Fiction. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  4. "Rival to the Queen by Carolly Erickson". www.publishersweekly.com. Retrieved 2025-05-11.