Author Archives: Tamise

Books 2019 – on sale today – The King’s Pearl: Henry VIII and His Daughter Mary (paperback) by Melita Thomas

Posted on 15th June 2019 by Tamise

‘Mary Tudor has always been known as ‘Bloody Mary’, the name given to her by later Protestant chroniclers who vilified her for attempting to re-impose Roman Catholicism in England. Although a more nuanced picture of the first queen regnant has … Continue reading →

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Competition – Win a copy of The Poison Bed by E C Fremantle – Now closed

Posted on 14th June 2019 by Tamise

‘The Miniaturist meets Gone Girl. Gripping and full of surprises’ BBC History ‘Books of the Year’ The paperback of ‘The Poison Bed’ by E C Fremantle is published in the UK on 27th June by Penguin. ‘Autumn, 1615. Frances Carr … Continue reading →

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Birkbeck Medieval & Early Modern Reading Group- Discuss Lady Jane – Tuesday 18th June

Posted on 12th June 2019 by Tamise

The Birkbeck Medieval & Early Modern Reading Group will be watching the film Lady Jane and discussing her on Tuesday 18th June. Or as @JylofBraintford tweeted rather brilliantly! Further details can be found at: Birkbeck Medieval & Early Modern Reading … Continue reading →

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On sale 27th June – The Poison Bed (paperback) by E C Fremantle and the chance to win a copy!

Posted on 6th June 2019 by Tamise

The paperback of ‘The Poison Bed’ by E C Fremantle goes on sale on 27th June. Described by The Times as ‘A gripping page-turner that will have you awake long into the night. Ingenious’ and believe me, it is, thanks … Continue reading →