'I doubt if anyone could create more perfectly than Miss Irwin, the illusion of a vanished age.' - Observer
Margaret Irwin Knihy
Irwinová bola uznávanou autorkou historických románov, ktoré sa vyznačovali dôkladným výskumom a občasnou srdcervúcou atmosférou. S vášňou sa venovala anglickej občianskej vojne a generáciám čitateľov priblížila osudom prenasledovaného, ale charizmatického grófa z Montrose. Jej literárny štýl dokázal oživiť minulé udalosti a postavy s hlbokým porozumením pre ľudské motivácie a dobový kontext.
Elizabeth, Captive Princess
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In July, 1553, sibling rivalry has never been more tumultuous than between the daughters of King Henry VIII. Queen Mary Tudor has just won possession of the throne, but her half-sister - the Princess Elizabeth - holds the hearts of the people. Knowing this, Mary banishes her to a country retreat, determined to keep her as far away from court life.
Elizabeth and the Prince of Spain
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Philip of Spain, unwilling bridegroom of Queen Mary, has been warned about the Queen's half-sister, the young Elizabeth. According to reports, she is a heretic, a rebel and a potential enemy with 'a spirit full of enchantment'. An alluring description and one that immediately intrigues, rather than deters, the foreign prince.