Samantha Wilcoxson's Blog, page 30

Geoffrey Pole Taken to the Tower

In a move that signaled the beginning of the end for the Pole family, Henry VIII had the youngest of Margaret's sons arrested. He knew just who to target to get the ammunition he wanted to bring down the entire family.

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Book Club Selection

Plantagenet Princess, Tudor Queen: The Story of Elizabeth of York has been selected by the Tudor History Lovers group as their September read! Join friends in reading about Elizabeth of York.

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Coat of Arms Tell a Story

I am a contributor today at the English Historical Fiction Authors blog with a look at Margaret Pole's intricately designed coat of arms.

A Perfect Setting for Murder

I have historical mystery author Lizzy Drake on my blog today with a close look at Framlingham Castle and how it became the setting for her upcoming novel.

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Historic Places: Edinburgh

I've revisited my historic places blog series this week with a post about Edinburgh, Scotland.

Yes, I even tried the haggis.

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Sharon Kay Penman Blog

Did you guys notice that author extraordinaire Sharon Kay Penman mentioned my novels on her latest blog?

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I couldn't be more excited to be noticed by my favorite author! Thanks, Sharon. :-)

Not-so-Illustrious Marriages of the Pole Children

Margaret Pole had admirable plans for each of her children, but you know how that goes....

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Margaret Pole Loses Governess Post

In July 1521, Margaret Pole lost her post as Princess Mary's governess. It was just a bitter nibble of things to come.

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Also, there is a giveaway ending next week for a copy of Faithful Traitor. Make sure you are entered to win!

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Heresy against the Church of Henry

Charges of heresy and gruesome punishments for the offenders are sadly commonplace throughout history. Catholics, Protestants, Jews, and those of any other faith have been victims of persecution at some point. However, it is under the reign of Henry VIII that we see charges of heresy stem from the fact that one dares to disagree with the king.

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The Tudors: What keeps us coming back for more?

A follower of my blog recently asked for my opinion on what keeps so many of us interested in the Tudor era, so here is my answer. What keeps you reading about those crazy Tudors?

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