Katherine Howard

by Jessica Smith

Book by Smith, Jessica

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Historical

Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1969

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Reviews

[Lizofathousandbooks · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book, it was a pleasant change in regards to her relationships with the men in her life, and a different perspective. This book shows us a smart young girl, who questions the men and their motives. She doesn't let them boast about her and she tries to shut them down as much as possible. Thomas Culpepper of course is present in the book and this book has him playing a more consistent role throughout. The other two are just small glimpses, and Henry of course is in there as well for a good portion. The book also touches on Henry VIII and his marriage to Anne of Cleves, which of course is him complaining about her. Anne is written as a kind woman who is glad that another woman has the eye of the king, and it seems that no one like Jane Rochford in the book. (not a surprise)

[Kara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too much telling rather than showing. Smith makes an effort to show Katherine as victim rather than harlot, but that doesn't leave much room for a whole, three dimensional person.