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To the tower born

To the tower born

Historical FictionMystery
Pages
308
Published
2005
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1483, the young princes Edward and Richard of York vanished from the Tower of London, leading to centuries of suspicion against their uncle, Richard III. This novel reimagines their disappearance through the eyes of Nell Caxton, daughter of England's first printer, and Bessie, sister to the lost boys and future founder of the Tudor dynasty. Together, these two friends navigate a dangerous medieval world filled with ambitious figures vying for the throne.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseAdventurous
BetrayalCourt IntrigueMystery Box

Genres

Historical Fiction Mystery History

About the author

M
Maxwell, Robin

Robin Maxwell is a historical fiction writer who focuses on the private lives of famous figures. She is best known for her novel The Secret Diary of Anne Boleyn, which looks at the Tudor court from a personal perspective. Her books often center on the experiences of women throughout history.

Characters

Nell CaxtonProtagonist
Elizabeth of YorkProtagonist
King Richard IIIAntagonist
Edward VSupporting
Richard, Duke of YorkSupporting
All characters in To the tower born