On the heels of this tragedy, Elizabeth is subjected to Richard’s overtures to make her his wife, further legitimizing his claim to the throne. Forever afterward known as "the Princes in the Tower," the boys are never seen again. Her uncle, the notorious Richard III, takes advantage of King Edward’s death to grab the throne and imprison Elizabeth’s two younger brothers, the rightful royal heirs.
Flame-haired, beautiful, and sweet-natured, she is adored by her family yet her life is suddenly disrupted when her beloved father dies in the prime of life. New York Times bestselling author Alison Weir explores the turbulent life of Henry VIII’s mother, Elizabeth, the first queen of the Tudor dynasty, in this “superbly readable and engaging” ( Historical Novels Society) novel.Įlizabeth of York is the oldest daughter of King Edward IV. St Joseph's University (Brooklyn Voices Series).
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