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Review: The White Princess (The Cousins’ War #5) by Philippa Gregory
Red rose. White rose. Lancaster. York. The War of the Roses is a widely known period in history. The war ended with the marriage of Henry Tudor to his York bride, Elizabeth of York….the Union Rose bloomed in England as a new symbol of unity, but there were still a number of subjects who wished to see a White Rose on the throne. Elizabeth of York was not in love with Henry Tudor…not in the least. In fact she was in love with Richard III and has been his lover for a number of years. After his death, she learned she was to marry Henry instead to ensure a symbolic…
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Review: The Queen’s Rivals by Brandy Purdy
What can I say about Lady Jane Grey that hasn’t already been said? Everyone knows the story of Lady Jane Grey. If you don’t know her story, she is known in history as the Nine Days Queen. If you aren’t familiar with this woman’s story then you should really read up on it. The Tudor era is filled with all kinds of fascinating women, Lady Jane Grey being one of them. Jane did have two sisters, Katherine and Mary Grey who don’t live on in history as infamously as Jane does though which is why this book really appealed to me. Told through the eyes of the youngest sister, Mary,…
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Guest Post: The Secret History: A Novel of Empress Theodora by Stephanie Thornton
In addition to reading and reviewing this exotic and intoxicating novel about Empress Theodora, the author Stephanie Thornton wrote an engrossing guest post about the Plague! I will secretly admit to having an equally morbid obsession about the Plague as well! Without further ado please welcome Stephanie Thornton to The Lit Bitch:
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Review: The Secret History: A Novel of Empress Theodora by Stephanie Thornton
The exotic flavor of the east is resonating and glowing off every page of this novel! In sixth century Constantinople there is a woman who will change history. A woman who comes from nothing, rising above numerous struggles to become one of the most powerful women in the Roman Empire. Theodora’s family isn’t exactly wealthy. Her father trains bears and her mother is an actress and dancer. Though they aren’t completely destitute, money isn’t exactly in abundance but they are managing. That is until Theodora’s father dies. Next thing she knows, they are penniless. Soon, she is faced with starving on the street. Theodora vows to not let this happen.…
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Special Feature: A Love By Any Measure Book Cover Redesign
Are you looking for something that will add a little splash of sexy to your summer reading? Well why not pick up this sizzling historic romance this summer? Author Killian McRae’s novel A Love By Any Measure has it all. Love, lust, and history. This is very much an adult Cinderella tale of love and romance….ALBAM is a fiery romance with an ending you don’t see coming and will surprise you. A beautiful story of love which is strong enough to bring light even to the darkest and unfortunate circumstances life has to offer. The one thing that I struggled with when I reviewed the novel was the cover design. I…
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Review: Astor Place Vintage by Stephanie Lehmann
New York City has always been known for its diversity and innovation. It’s a city in a perpetual state of movement and change. In a little shop in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, vintage clothing store owner, Amanda, finds her life in utter chaos. She is about to turn thirty nine, no children and no husband….in fact she is actually having a long standing affair with a married man. Not to mention she is on the brink of financial ruin. But rather than do anything about her sorry state, she is more or less ignoring it all together. Amanda gets a call from an older woman who is dying of cancer…
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Review: The King’s Deception (Cotton Malone #8) by Steve Berry
Everyone knows Elizabeth I was one of the most influential rulers of England. She defeated the Armada, never married and was thus known as the virgin queen. But what if what you thought you knew about her was all wrong? What is she, wasn’t really a she after all? What if Elizabeth I was a man in drag? That’s the controversial stance that Steve Berry explores in his exciting new spy novel, The King’s Deception. Cotton Malone has more or less retired from the world of international intrigue, espionage, and spy games and now runs a second hand bookstore in Denmark. His fifteen year old son, Gary, has just learned…
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Review: The Arrow Chest by Robert Parry
Ghostly hauntings, forbidden love, high society, the occult….what could be more thrilling? The Arrow Chest is a haunting Gothic tale of love set in the Victorian era with a distinct Tudor element. Painter Amos Roselli has been in love with his childhood friend and muse, Daphne for years. Daphne has modeled for a number of Roselli’s paintings for years, but when the rich industrialist Lord Oliver Ramsey of Bowlend commissions Roselli for a portrait he discovers the course of Roselli’s inspiration–the strikingly beautiful Daphne. Ramsey pursues Daphne with vigor and vengeance, ultimately winner her hand. A marriage to Ramsey is ideal for Daphne. He is rich and can offer her a…
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Review: The Riddle of Solomon: Book Two (The Sarah Weston Chronicles #2) by D. J. Niko
Get ready for a thrilling ride through the Near East and its history! This is the first book in a while that I’ve stayed up late to devour! The only way I can describe this book is this: it’s a mixture of Lara Croft Tomb Rider, Indiana Jones, The Mummy, and The Davinci Code. Now I realize these are mostly film references, but this book was so vivid that I felt like I was watching a film while reading. If I had to pick a literary reference, I would say it’s a modern day Amelia Peabody mystery that meets The Davinci Code. It’s full of riddles and codes like The…
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Guest Post: The Riddle of Solomon: Book Two (The Sarah Weston Chronicles #2) by D. J. Niko
In addition the being able to read and review this stunning novel, the author D. J. Niko was able to put together this awesome guest post about the ancient world that goes hand in hand with the second novel in her series, The Sarah Weston Chronicles. If you haven’t done so already be sure to add The Riddle of Solomon to your TBR list and check out my review for more details! I also included a list of other blog stops on the tour at the end of this post where you can check out one on one interviews with her, guest posts, more reviews, and even enter to win…