Penguin Random House South Africa
Categories: Fiction, Historical Fiction, International Fiction, Adult
ISBN: 9780241998687
Published: July 2025
Imprint: Penguin
Page Extent: 400
Format: Paperback
RRP 275.00
King’s Mother
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JULY 24 TIMES BOOK OF THE MONTH
From the critically acclaimed author of CECILY comes an intimate and gripping novel perfect for fans of Hilary Mantel, Madeline Miller and Maggie O'Farrell.
'A triumph' The Times
'Electrifying' Daily Mail
'History at its most powerful' Jennifer Saint
1461. Through blood and battle Edward has gained England's throne - king by right and conquest - eighteen years old and unstoppable. Cecily has piloted his rise to power and stands at his shoulder now, first to claim the title King's Mother.
But to win a throne is not to keep it and war is come again. As brother betrays brother, and trusted cousins turn treacherous, other mothers rise up to fight...