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The Elizabeth of England Chronicles #6
Blood of my Blood
August 1572
As the horror of the St Bartholomew's Eve massacre in France shudders through England, Elizabeth Tudor fears religious violence will spread. In order to keep her country safe, she must make peace with enemies, whilst working secretly to disrupt their ambitions.
Through years fraught with the threat of invasion, Elizabeth will fight on, attempting to maintain balance as Europe descends into chaos and bloodshed. But the threats against England are mounting. Catholic priests, trained in the Low Countries, are sent into England to disrupt her religious settlement, and there is rebellion in Ireland. Puritans are infiltrating her Church, foreign princes wish her dead, Protestants overseas call constantly for aid and the threat of Mary Queen of Scots, still a captive under Elizabeth's power, shakes the stability of the throne.
Yet Elizabeth has weapons... her pirates, sent out to unsettle the might and threat of Spain, her men and their spies, and lastly, her wits; her most formidable weapon.
But the greatest blow will come not from foreign princes, hostile religious zealots or from her cousin of Scots, but from the person closest to her... The one she trusted above all others.
Blood of my Blood is Book Six in The Elizabeth of England Chronicles, by G. Lawrence
The author's thanks are due to Julia Gibbs, the proof reader of this book, and to London Montgomery, who designed the cover artwork.
As the horror of the St Bartholomew's Eve massacre in France shudders through England, Elizabeth Tudor fears religious violence will spread. In order to keep her country safe, she must make peace with enemies, whilst working secretly to disrupt their ambitions.
Through years fraught with the threat of invasion, Elizabeth will fight on, attempting to maintain balance as Europe descends into chaos and bloodshed. But the threats against England are mounting. Catholic priests, trained in the Low Countries, are sent into England to disrupt her religious settlement, and there is rebellion in Ireland. Puritans are infiltrating her Church, foreign princes wish her dead, Protestants overseas call constantly for aid and the threat of Mary Queen of Scots, still a captive under Elizabeth's power, shakes the stability of the throne.
Yet Elizabeth has weapons... her pirates, sent out to unsettle the might and threat of Spain, her men and their spies, and lastly, her wits; her most formidable weapon.
But the greatest blow will come not from foreign princes, hostile religious zealots or from her cousin of Scots, but from the person closest to her... The one she trusted above all others.
Blood of my Blood is Book Six in The Elizabeth of England Chronicles, by G. Lawrence
The author's thanks are due to Julia Gibbs, the proof reader of this book, and to London Montgomery, who designed the cover artwork.
550 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2018
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About the author
G. Lawrence
50 books282 followersI am an independently published author, and proud to be so. Living in a little cottage in Wales in the UK, I love where I live as much as I love to write.
The age of the Tudors has been an obsession for me since I was a child, and many of my upcoming books will center on that time, but I also pen the odd dystopian fiction or historical fiction from other time periods. I will be releasing all my titles on amazon, for kindle and then hopefully for print later.
I studied Literature (with a capital L) at University and usually have twenty or more books I'm currently reading. Reading and writing are about mood for me, and I haven't found a genre I didn't enjoy something about so far...
You can often find me on Wattpad or Twitter when I'm not writing...
The age of the Tudors has been an obsession for me since I was a child, and many of my upcoming books will center on that time, but I also pen the odd dystopian fiction or historical fiction from other time periods. I will be releasing all my titles on amazon, for kindle and then hopefully for print later.
I studied Literature (with a capital L) at University and usually have twenty or more books I'm currently reading. Reading and writing are about mood for me, and I haven't found a genre I didn't enjoy something about so far...
You can often find me on Wattpad or Twitter when I'm not writing...
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January 4, 2019
4.5 stars
I expected this to be the last in the series but realised half way through that there is quite a long way to go - this book takes place in the middle of Elizabeth's reign, and concerns her ongoing battles with the comfortably captive Mary of Scots, her struggles to keep England out of the wrangles between Spain, France and the Low Countries, her own battles with her age as she reaches her 40s, and her complex relationship with Robert Dudley.
I was less interested in the political to-ing and fro-ing in this book than the more domestic aspects - the dramas with her 'Robin' were as compelling as ever, and so sad; I like how Gemma Lawrence showed Elizabeth's human side, in her jealousy and, yes, sometimes spite, when she discovered that Lettice Knollys was more than just another of his mistresses. I felt sad for her that, as someone who chose to remain a virgin and be married to her country only, she could not understand the power of sex, that most people need more than a cerebral relationship, and that the closeness this brings can lead to love, and the desire to have a family. She seemed so lonely, somehow.... but I completely understood her reasons for her decisions, so well-painted was Ms Lawrence's portrayal.
I very much enjoyed the more human side of this episode, showing the customs and domestic routines of the people, both rich and poor, and also the little glimpses of people like William Shakespeare, and the information about Drake's adventures. The beliefs of the people, even those wealthy and educated, about the rest of the world were both amusing and fascinating.
Well done Gemma Lawrence for another great achievement. I believe a book about Catherine Howard is in the pipeline, which I can't wait to read!
I expected this to be the last in the series but realised half way through that there is quite a long way to go - this book takes place in the middle of Elizabeth's reign, and concerns her ongoing battles with the comfortably captive Mary of Scots, her struggles to keep England out of the wrangles between Spain, France and the Low Countries, her own battles with her age as she reaches her 40s, and her complex relationship with Robert Dudley.
I was less interested in the political to-ing and fro-ing in this book than the more domestic aspects - the dramas with her 'Robin' were as compelling as ever, and so sad; I like how Gemma Lawrence showed Elizabeth's human side, in her jealousy and, yes, sometimes spite, when she discovered that Lettice Knollys was more than just another of his mistresses. I felt sad for her that, as someone who chose to remain a virgin and be married to her country only, she could not understand the power of sex, that most people need more than a cerebral relationship, and that the closeness this brings can lead to love, and the desire to have a family. She seemed so lonely, somehow.... but I completely understood her reasons for her decisions, so well-painted was Ms Lawrence's portrayal.
I very much enjoyed the more human side of this episode, showing the customs and domestic routines of the people, both rich and poor, and also the little glimpses of people like William Shakespeare, and the information about Drake's adventures. The beliefs of the people, even those wealthy and educated, about the rest of the world were both amusing and fascinating.
Well done Gemma Lawrence for another great achievement. I believe a book about Catherine Howard is in the pipeline, which I can't wait to read!
January 9, 2019
This has definitely been my favorite in the series so far.
England is still reeling from the massacre of Protestant Huge-notes in France. Mary remains a thorn in Elizabeth's side and she refuses to execute her for being a pawn in others plots.
Going in I expected this to be the execution of Mary of Scott's but halfway through it was clear that this is closer and more personal to Elizabeth.
What a gripping novel. I am still really amazed that this is self-published. A great read.
England is still reeling from the massacre of Protestant Huge-notes in France. Mary remains a thorn in Elizabeth's side and she refuses to execute her for being a pawn in others plots.
Going in I expected this to be the execution of Mary of Scott's but halfway through it was clear that this is closer and more personal to Elizabeth.
What a gripping novel. I am still really amazed that this is self-published. A great read.
June 25, 2019
G. Lawrence continues to tell great stories
As I continue down the path of Elizabeth's life the author continues to tell her story with the wit and grace and splendor that makes me feel as though I witnessed it if only through the magic that is reading. I look forward to the next. If you haven't read the author's books on Anne Boylen or Catherine Howard you should.
As I continue down the path of Elizabeth's life the author continues to tell her story with the wit and grace and splendor that makes me feel as though I witnessed it if only through the magic that is reading. I look forward to the next. If you haven't read the author's books on Anne Boylen or Catherine Howard you should.
August 31, 2025
Blood of my Blood
I have loved every book in this series about Elizabeth. This one in particular I found onformative, sometimes amusing, sometimes exciting, and always touching. This is Elizabeth the woman rather than Elizabeth the Queen a theme that runs through the series and a theme that I enjoy.
I have loved every book in this series about Elizabeth. This one in particular I found onformative, sometimes amusing, sometimes exciting, and always touching. This is Elizabeth the woman rather than Elizabeth the Queen a theme that runs through the series and a theme that I enjoy.
August 4, 2020
Continuing the series
I loved that Elizabeth was more human in this book; more acknowledging of her faults and more susceptible to them. Downloading the next book right now to continue through the series.
I loved that Elizabeth was more human in this book; more acknowledging of her faults and more susceptible to them. Downloading the next book right now to continue through the series.
July 24, 2021
A page turner
I liked the first person narrative used by the author, it made me feel as though I came to know Elizabeth. I throughly enjoyed this book. I'm looking forward to book 7 , THE SPIDERS WEB, in the series.
I liked the first person narrative used by the author, it made me feel as though I came to know Elizabeth. I throughly enjoyed this book. I'm looking forward to book 7 , THE SPIDERS WEB, in the series.
February 10, 2019
Another great book in this series! Looking forward to the next one!!!
May 10, 2021
Another great read
by Lawrence who has put her heart and soul into these stories. I enjoy the historical as well as the detailed coverage of the Tudors.
by Lawrence who has put her heart and soul into these stories. I enjoy the historical as well as the detailed coverage of the Tudors.
May 5, 2024
Enjoyable
Was an enjoyable book the author tried to put the reader in the place of the queen which makes a change of u like history u will enjoy this book
Was an enjoyable book the author tried to put the reader in the place of the queen which makes a change of u like history u will enjoy this book
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