Ms Addey excels at making ancient worlds come alive. I was deeply moved by the fates of the main characters and felt a deep connection to their world.
It stands out because it is the story of courtly games from those who are the victim of them, the pieces, not the power plavers, and it makes those pieces all too human.
I do love reading about women like me, from times when they weren't allowed to be women like me. It's not easy to do well - historical accuracy must be respected - but I loved this one.
This is a beautifully written and excellently researched story. Intimate... compelling... I highly recommend it.
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