A review by jillreads77
The Queen's Vow: A Novel of Isabella of Castile by C.W. Gortner

3.0

This book is historical fiction based on Queen Isabella of Spain. It starts in her childhood and goes through 1492, just as she is ready to send Columbus off. I haven't read very much about this period in history. I had a hard time comprehending how the leaders of the time really felt they were ordained of God. And chosen by bloodline specifically by Him. But they did and it's interesting how that guides their actions. Isabella wasn't ever supposed to attain the throne, but a series of circumstances led to just that. I did like that is it true that she chose her husband unlike many other monarchs, especially for the age. I am alarmed at how she authorized the Spanish Inquisition then paid minimal attention to it. It makes for an interesting discussion about political pressure.