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The Queen's Vow: A Novel of Isabella of Castile by C.W. Gortner
5.0
C.W. Gortner was written a marvelous historical novel of Spain’s Isabella I during a very tumultuous time in its history. He successfully tackled a very controversial historical figure with great passion and aplomb. Mr. Gortner was able to bring to life Isabella I who had the reputation of intolerance and zealousness. Instead, Isabella is portrayed as sympathic and, in fact, empathic with her subjects and political opponents.
Prior to reading this book, I really didn’t know much about Isabella; except for her involvement of the Inquisition and Christopher Columbus. I really never expected to appreciate what she accomplished in her life. Mr. Gortner gave me a new perspective of her, for which I am grateful. I’m, also, grateful that he didn’t completely focus on her religious feelings and the Inquisition. Her focus remained throughout the entire book was on a united Spain and the obstacles she faced trying to achieve that.
I’m completely amazed by all the research the Mr. Gortner had to have done to write this novel. All of the political intrigue and betrayal was written so well that I could imagine what Castile was truly like.
The Queen’s Vow is a wonderful book with incredible richness of Spanish history. Reading this book, you will be surprised with Isabella and will want to know more about her.
Prior to reading this book, I really didn’t know much about Isabella; except for her involvement of the Inquisition and Christopher Columbus. I really never expected to appreciate what she accomplished in her life. Mr. Gortner gave me a new perspective of her, for which I am grateful. I’m, also, grateful that he didn’t completely focus on her religious feelings and the Inquisition. Her focus remained throughout the entire book was on a united Spain and the obstacles she faced trying to achieve that.
I’m completely amazed by all the research the Mr. Gortner had to have done to write this novel. All of the political intrigue and betrayal was written so well that I could imagine what Castile was truly like.
The Queen’s Vow is a wonderful book with incredible richness of Spanish history. Reading this book, you will be surprised with Isabella and will want to know more about her.