The King's Witch

Tracy Borman’s debut historical novel has it all: conspiracy, betrayal, dark intrigues, bloody deeds, a poignant love story - and the most famous plot in English history. - Alison Weir, author of the Six Tudor Queens series

Exquisitely written, sumptuous in detail and thrillingly plotted … The first of what promises to be a magnificent trilogy. - Kate Williams, author of Becoming Queen

The King’s Witch is a superbly crafted story, and so great is Tracy Borman’s skill that she really transported me back to the tumultuous days of the Jacobean court … I was both totally submerged and desperate for it not to end!’ - Nicola Tallis, author of Elizabeth’s Rival: The Tumultuous Tale of Lettice Knollys, Countess of Leicester

A compelling tale of corruption, danger and coruscating suspicion, The King’s Witch carries the reader right to the heart of James I’s court - and casts a dazzling new light onto one of the most dramatic moments in British history.’ - Sarah Gristwood

Tracy Borman OBE is Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust. She studied and taught history at the University of Hull.

Tracy is the author of a number of highly acclaimed books including Crown & Sceptre, Henry VIII and the Men Who Made Him, The Private Lives of the Tudors: Uncovering the Secrets of Britain’s Greatest Dynasty, Thomas Cromwell: The Untold Story of Henry VIII’s Most Faithful Servant, Matilda: Wife of the Conqueror, First Queen of England, Elizabeth’s Women: The Hidden Story of the Virgin Queen and Witches: A Tale of Sorcery, Scandal and Seduction. Tracy is also a regular broadcaster and public speaker, giving talks on her books across the UK and abroad.