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Jun 23, 2015KMJ_ rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This famous work of historical fiction covers decades in the life of Katherine Swynford, the eventual Duchess of Lancaster. The historical Katherine is most famous for the people she was associated with, but here she is the main character. In this sprawling novel she is present for many historical events, including the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381 and the destruction of Savoy Palace. Numerous Kings and Queens make appearances in the novel, as do other historical figures such as writer Geoffrey Chaucer and Christian mystic Julian of Norwich.