About the book
Destined for greatness… tormented by demons. VIII (Eight) is the untold story of Henry VIII, a gripping examination of why he turned from a charismatic teenager to the cruel tyrant he became in later life. Hal is a young, handsome and gifted warrior, who believes he has been divinely chosen to lead his people. But throughout his life, he is haunted by a ghostly apparition, and, once he rises to power, he turns to murder and rapacious cruelty.
Editions of VIII
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781848774995
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781848775008
- EBook
- ISBN 9781848775022
Read an Excerpt
Destined for greatness… tormented by demons. VIII (Eight) is the untold story of Henry VIII, a gripping examination of why he turned from a charismatic teenager to the cruel tyrant he became in later life. Hal is a young, handsome and gifted warrior, who believes he has been divinely chosen to lead his people. But throughout his life, he is haunted by a ghostly apparition, and, once he rises to power, he turns to murder and rapacious cruelty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VIII about?
Destined for greatness… tormented by demons. VIII (Eight) is the untold story of Henry VIII, a gripping examination of why he turned from a charismatic teenager to the cruel tyrant he became in later life. Hal is a young, handsome and gifted warrior, who believes he has been divinely chosen to lead his people. But throughout his life, he is haunted by a ghostly apparition, and, once he rises to power, he turns to murder and rapacious cruelty.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in VIII?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of VIII?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781848774995
Who is/are the Author/s of the book VIII?
Harriet Castor
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
VIII is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781848774995) and paperback(ISBN 9781848775008) and ebook(ISBN 9781848775022)
Is there a video of the book?
Watch a video about VIII here