About the book
\"Riveting, adventurous. . .superb!\" --Historical Novel Society
Following her perilous fall from a throne she'd scarcely owned to begin with, Mary, Queen of Scots, has fled to England, hoping her cousin, Queen Elizabeth, will grant her asylum. But now Mary has her sights on the English crown, and Elizabeth enlists her most trusted subjects to protect it.
Justine Thornleigh is delighting in the thrill of Queen Elizabeth's visit to her family's estate when the festivities are cut short by Mary's arrival. To Justine's surprise, the Thornleighs appoint her to serve as a spy in Mary's court. But bearing the guise of a lady-in-waiting is not Justine's only secret. The weight of her task is doubled by fears of revealing to her fiancé that she is in truth the daughter of his family's greatest rival. Duty-bound, Justine must sacrifice love as she navigates a deadly labyrinth of betrayal that could lead to the end of Elizabeth's fledgling reign. . .
Compelling and inventive, Blood Between Queens artfully blends history's most intriguing figures with unforgettable characters, bringing to dazzling life the fascinating Tudor era.
\"Colorful descriptions, accurate details and exciting twists. . .designed to keep readers' attention.\" --Romantic Times on The Queen's Captive
\"Unfurls a complex and fast-paced plot, mixing history with vibrant characters.\" --Publishers Weekly on The King's Daughter
\"Riveting, heady, glorious, inspired.\" --Susan Wiggs on The Queen's Lady
Praise for The Queen's Gamble
\"Starts strong and doesn't let up. . .Kyle's latest is extremely accessible for readers unfamiliar with the series.\" –Publishers Weekly
\"Memorable characters, lush historical details, fascinating intrigues, and court drama. History and romance merge, loyalty and passions run high and readers are riveted to the pages.\" --RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
Editions of Blood Between Queens
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780758273222
- EBook
- ISBN 9780758291004
Read an Excerpt
\"Riveting, adventurous. . .superb!\" --Historical Novel Society
Following her perilous fall from a throne she'd scarcely owned to begin with, Mary, Queen of Scots, has fled to England, hoping her cousin, Queen Elizabeth, will grant her asylum. But now Mary has her sights on the English crown, and Elizabeth enlists her most trusted subjects to protect it.
Justine Thornleigh is delighting in the thrill of Queen Elizabeth's visit to her family's estate when the festivities are cut short by Mary's arrival. To Justine's surprise, the Thornleighs appoint her to serve as a spy in Mary's court. But bearing the guise of a lady-in-waiting is not Justine's only secret. The weight of her task is doubled by fears of revealing to her fiancé that she is in truth the daughter of his family's greatest rival. Duty-bound, Justine must sacrifice love as she navigates a deadly labyrinth of betrayal that could lead to the end of Elizabeth's fledgling reign. . .
Compelling and inventive, Blood Between Queens artfully blends history's most intriguing figures with unforgettable characters, bringing to dazzling life the fascinating Tudor era.
\"Colorful descriptions, accurate details and exciting twists. . .designed to keep readers' attention.\" --Romantic Times on The Queen's Captive
\"Unfurls a complex and fast-paced plot, mixing history with vibrant characters.\" --Publishers Weekly on The King's Daughter
\"Riveting, heady, glorious, inspired.\" --Susan Wiggs on The Queen's Lady
Praise for The Queen's Gamble
\"Starts strong and doesn't let up. . .Kyle's latest is extremely accessible for readers unfamiliar with the series.\" –Publishers Weekly
\"Memorable characters, lush historical details, fascinating intrigues, and court drama. History and romance merge, loyalty and passions run high and readers are riveted to the pages.\" --RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blood Between Queens about?
\"Riveting, adventurous. . .superb!\" --Historical Novel Society
Following her perilous fall from a throne she'd scarcely owned to begin with, Mary, Queen of Scots, has fled to England, hoping her cousin, Queen Elizabeth, will grant her asylum. But now Mary has her sights on the English crown, and Elizabeth enlists her most trusted subjects to protect it.
Justine Thornleigh is delighting in the thrill of Queen Elizabeth's visit to her family's estate when the festivities are cut short by Mary's arrival. To Justine's surprise, the Thornleighs appoint her to serve as a spy in Mary's court. But bearing the guise of a lady-in-waiting is not Justine's only secret. The weight of her task is doubled by fears of revealing to her fiancé that she is in truth the daughter of his family's greatest rival. Duty-bound, Justine must sacrifice love as she navigates a deadly labyrinth of betrayal that could lead to the end of Elizabeth's fledgling reign. . .
Compelling and inventive, Blood Between Queens artfully blends history's most intriguing figures with unforgettable characters, bringing to dazzling life the fascinating Tudor era.
\"Colorful descriptions, accurate details and exciting twists. . .designed to keep readers' attention.\" --Romantic Times on The Queen's Captive
\"Unfurls a complex and fast-paced plot, mixing history with vibrant characters.\" --Publishers Weekly on The King's Daughter
\"Riveting, heady, glorious, inspired.\" --Susan Wiggs on The Queen's Lady
Praise for The Queen's Gamble
\"Starts strong and doesn't let up. . .Kyle's latest is extremely accessible for readers unfamiliar with the series.\" –Publishers Weekly
\"Memorable characters, lush historical details, fascinating intrigues, and court drama. History and romance merge, loyalty and passions run high and readers are riveted to the pages.\" --RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Blood Between Queens?
Fiction > Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of Blood Between Queens?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780758273222
How long is Blood Between Queens and how many pages does it have?
Blood Between Queens has 416 page(s)
Is Blood Between Queens part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Thornleigh Saga
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Blood Between Queens?
Barbara Kyle
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Blood Between Queens is available as paperback(ISBN 9780758273222) and ebook(ISBN 9780758291004)
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