Hilary MantelLiterary Fiction · Contemporary Literature·1952–2022
Bring Up the Bodies
Synopsis
In the tumultuous court of Henry VIII, Thomas Cromwell navigates a dangerous path as he investigates a suspicious death. Accusations fly and alliances shift as Cromwell works to uncover the truth, all while facing the growing power of his enemies. This historical novel plunges readers into the heart of Tudor England, where survival depends on wit and a keen understanding of human nature.
How it reads
Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (2)
ViolenceAbuse


