{"product_id":"9780008304058","title":"The Other Queen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003ePre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now – Philippa Gregory’s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 …\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dramatic novel of passion, politics and betrayal from the author of \u003cem\u003eThe Other Boleyn Girl\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1568. Mary Queen of Scots, fleeing rebellion in her kingdom, is offered a safe haven by Elizabeth I with George Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury, and his indomitable wife, Bess of Hardwick. The arrival of an extravagant queen turns the household upside down, as it becomes clear that the visit is a house arrest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQueen Mary makes Bess’ hard-won house a centre for unrest and treason, and – perhaps worst of all – Mary Queen of Scots’ fabled beauty starts to work on the Tudor loyalist, Bess’ own husband, George.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two women fight for their own rights: Mary to regain the crown and the kingdom of Scotland; Bess to win back her husband and houses. A third woman can decide: Elizabeth the First, and nobody knows how far she will go to protect her own safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eWith an exclusive afterword written and read by Philippa Gregory, exploring the inspiration behind \u003cem\u003eThe Other Queen\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhilippa Gregory's The Other Queen is a top bestseller that masterfully blends historical fiction and romance. The thrilling narrative and intricate politics showcase Gregory's literary talent, making it a Sunday Times bestselling book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor fans of Elizabeth Chadwick (The Royal Rebel), Anne R. Bailey (The Lady Ursula), Alison Weir (The Cardinal), Kristin Hannah (The Nightingale), and Ken Follett (The Armour of Light).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philippa Gregory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46889467117717,"sku":"9780008304058","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/3175\/9509\/files\/9780008304058.jpg?v=1776888564","url":"https:\/\/harpercollins.com.au\/products\/9780008304058","provider":"HarperCollins AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}