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lisasibbett's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
tangodiva's review against another edition
3.0
I liked it. I have already downloaded the second audiobook in the series.
Ursula is smart and plucky and determined. What's not to like?
Ursula is smart and plucky and determined. What's not to like?
domarisdione's review against another edition
5.0
Excellently researched and deeply engaging. I intend to work my way through the rest of the series soon!
katywiggins's review against another edition
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
diadandy's review against another edition
4.0
Mostly this was a very good book. There was one scene however, right after the main character got married, that went into way too much detail. I really wish it had not been in there.
ahyggelibrary's review against another edition
5.0
If you love anything about the Tudor time period, definitely check this series out! I love how Ursula interacts with so many of Elizabeth's inner circle. The narrator for the audiobook is particularly good at bringing this book to life. I also enjoyed her developing romance/courtship with Mathew.
roshk99's review against another edition
2.0
Very bleh, a little too soap opera-ish, and while I do kind of like the main character, the overall plot does not have any spice.
halfcentreader's review against another edition
3.0
3.5
This seemed anchored in historical accuracy and gave me cause to want to read more in the series.
This seemed anchored in historical accuracy and gave me cause to want to read more in the series.
magistratrium's review against another edition
4.0
An enjoyable mystery set in the court of Queen Elizabeth I. Ursula Blanchard is believable and intriguing. I enjoyed the court interactions and her quick grasp of situations. I look forward to reading the next in the series.