
The Betrayal of Mary, Queen of Scots
Elizabeth I and Her Greatest Rival
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Anne Flosnik
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Kate Williams
From New York Times best-selling author of Becoming Queen Victoria, a new history of Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I that reveals how the most important relationship of their life - their friendship - changed them forever.
Elizabeth and Mary were cousins and queens, but eventually it became impossible for them to live together in the same world. This is the story of two women struggling for supremacy in a man's world, when no one thought a woman could govern. They both had to negotiate with men - those who wanted their power and those who wanted their bodies - who were determined to best them.
In their worlds, female friendship and alliances were unheard of, but for many years theirs was the only friendship that endured. They were as fascinated by each other as lovers; until they became enemies. Enemies so angry and broken that one of them had to die, and so Elizabeth ordered the execution of Mary.
But first, they were each other's lone female friends in a violent man's world. Their relationship was one of love, affection, jealousy, antipathy - and finally death.
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You can’t make this stuff up!
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The Betrayal of Mary Queen of Scots
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Enjoyable and informative
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It is fascinating to see where these two monarchs were also jealous of each other. while under the pretense of being sisterly towards each other. It was rare having one Queen, let alone two being on the same island. it is quite obvious that Elizabeth was rightfully jealous of Mary's great Beauty, while Mary was jealous of the respect Elizabeth demanded and received by not only her people, but her counselors.
Frankly, if Mary did not make the initial mistake of marrying Darnley, her life would have been drastically different, and we never would have seen her even more disastrous marriage to Bothwell.
All of the above insight I obtained through this book, and as such, again I highly recommend it. I'm kinda sad it's over.
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A fascinating insight into these two Queens...
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Extremely well written, told in storybook manner
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I think Mary's life is fascinating and it is truly sad how much she was used and suffered for it. I would just like for her to be held accountable for some her actions.
I have listened to many books about the Tudor dynasty. When I first heard the narrator it was slightly jarring in comparison to the softer narration of the women performing these other works. after some time the narrator grew on me.
The other Tudor dynasty books can be so full of periphery people, dates, amounts of money, and repetition of facts that it can become tedious. Although I love the books written by Alison Weir I do tend to slip in and out from time to time. However, The Betrayal of Mary was very clear and not laden with the recitation of minute details that are not as crucial. Dates, money, and people are relevant and not over done.
Overall I would recommend this title to others. It is a good introductory read for someone new to the history of Tudor times, while also being an entertaining read for those that have been learning for some time.
Doe Eyed Mary Stuart
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Very well written, great read.
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Excellent storytelling!
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Beautifully and tragically told
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Excellent book, very bad delivery
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