The Spanish Queen

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The Spanish Queen is a 2013 historical fiction novel by Carolly Erickson.

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Plot summary

The book focuses on Catherine of Aragon's marriage to Henry VIII, which is strained by difficulty conceiving and the repeated infant deaths of their children.

Reception

The book received praise from critics for its historical accuracy and complex portrayal of Catherine, [1] [2] although it received some criticism for its lack of invention. [3]

References

  1. ↑ "The Spanish Queen". Historical Novel Society. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
  2. ↑ "THE SPANISH QUEEN". Kirkus Reviews.
  3. ↑ Donoghue, Steve (2013-10-29). "Book Review: The Spanish Queen". Open Letters Monthly. Retrieved 2025-05-11.
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