The Sun in Splendour by Jean Plaidy - ISBN: 9780099532989
Paperback
Reckoned by those about him to be the most handsome man in the country, Edward the fourth has risen to the throne with the help of Warwick, the kingmaker. Beloved of the people, Edward proves himself to be a strong king, but his love of luxurious living soon begins to impact on his royal duties.

The Sun in Splendour

(Plantagenet Saga)

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  • Paperback

    480 pages

  • Release Date

    1 January 2010

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Summary

Jean Plaidy’s hugely popular Plantagenet series draws to a dramatic close with this final volumeReckoned by those about him to be the most handsome man in the country, Edward the fourth has risen to the throne with the help of Warwick, the kingmaker. But even Warwick’s trusted advice cannot convince the King to ignore his passion for the beautiful widow, Elizabeth Woodville - and when she refuses to become his mistress the two are married.Beloved of the people, Edward proves himself to be a s…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780099532989
ISBN-10:0099532980
Author:Jean Plaidy
Publisher:Cornerstone
Imprint:Arrow Books Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:480
Release Date:1 January 2010
Weight:330g
Dimensions:198mm x 129mm x 28mm
Series:Plantagenet Saga
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Critics Review

Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama

These books are page-turners; they offer a wonderful way to learn about history, their heroines are smart, strong and in control of their destinies and their stories will remain with you for ever…They are a celebration of women’s spirit throughout history. * Daily Express *One of England’s foremost historical novelists * Birmingham Mail *Plaidy excels at blending history with romance and drama * The New York Times *Far and away my favourite writer * Wendy Holden *If you like Philippa Gregory or Barbara Erskine, take a step back in time with Jean Plaidy * Woman and Home *‘One of the country’s most widely read novelists * Sunday Times *

About The Author

Jean Plaidy

Jean Plaidy, one of the preeminent authors of historical fiction for most of the twentieth century, is the pen name of the prolific English author Eleanor Hibbert, also know as Victoria Holt. Jean Plaidy’s novels had sold more than 14 million copies worldwide by the time of her death in 1993.

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