Winter Crown

Main ideas:

• The novel focuses on Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most powerful women in Europe, who becomes queen of England in 1154.
• While her husband Henry II deals with enemies and plans, Eleanor takes on the role of acting ruler and mother to their children.
• However, she desires more authority and influence, but Henry refuses to give it to her, instead involving himself with a young mistress.
• Eleanor becomes caught up in a family rebellion as matters escalate, and she must face the consequences of treason.
• The novel explores the challenges Eleanor faces as she fights for her rightful place in a world of divided loyalties and betrayals.

Overall, "The Unputdownable" is a gripping historical fiction novel that brings to life the story of Eleanor of Aquitaine, a powerful and influential queen. It delves into themes of power struggles, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by women in positions of authority during medieval times.

Review:

"Unputdownable" is a gripping and captivating historical novel that showcases Elizabeth Chadwick's exceptional storytelling abilities. The characters in the book come to life with their distinct personalities and the way they navigate through the challenges they face. The pace of the story keeps readers engaged and eager to turn the pages, and while it may be bittersweet to reach the final page, there is anticipation for the next installment of the trilogy. This book comes highly recommended by the Historical Novel Society.

Product Description:

An extraordinary woman. A legendary queen. In 1154, Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most powerful women in Europe, is crowned queen of England beside her young husband Henry II. While Henry battles their enemies and lays his plans, Eleanor is an adept acting ruler and mother to their growing brood of children. But she yearns for more than this - if only Henry would listen. Instead, Henry pushes Eleanor to the sidelines, involving himself with a young mistress and denying Eleanor her rightful authority. As matters reach a crisis, Eleanor becomes caught up in a family rebellion. And even a queen must face the consequences of treason... Award-winning author Elizabeth Chadwick continues the fascinating story of a queen fighting for her rightful place in a world of divided loyalties and passionate betrayals.

Book Description:

The new book in the magnificent Eleanor of Aquitaine trilogy, following this fascinating queen as she fights for power amongst the perils of the royal court, from the much-loved author Elizabeth Chadwick.

About the Author:

New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Chadwick has written over twenty historical novels sold in eighteen languages worldwide. Her first novel, The Wild Hunt, won a Betty Trask Award, and The Scarlet Lion was nominated by Richard Lee, founder of the Historical Novel Society, as one of the top ten historical novels of the last decade. Elizabeth's nineteenth novel, To Defy a King, won the RNA Historical Novel Prize in 2011.