Queen’s Gambit

I loved this story, I am a real fan of the Tudors and this tale of Katherine Parr was excellent.
Narrator was very good and I would highly recommend this story

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The tragic life of Katherine Parr

Would you consider the audio edition of Queen's Gambit to be better than the print version?

Don't know

What did you like best about this story?

I knew a lot about Henry VIIIs other wives but just a little about Katherine Parr so it was fascinating to hear about her life and loves.This story was well written and I feel I know so much more about the sixth wife now

Have you listened to any of Georgina Sutton’s other performances? How does this one compare?

This is the first I've heard but enjoyed her reading very much

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Sacrifice and betrayal in the royal court of Henry VIII

Any additional comments?

Loved this book - will listen to it again

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Fabulous listen

Great story, well told. Couldn't wait for the next CD!
Marvellous reader - the portrayals of all the characters was so well done, as with Georgina Sutton's books.
Interesting subject matter & very moving at the end.

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Thrilling plot, wonderfully delivered

Sometimes this seems to be a Tudor-costumed 50 Shades of Grey, at other times the great historic drama and tension are palpable through the fabulously delivered performance.

The characterisation and dialogue deserve great praise. It is not just the strength of, and attention to, Queen Katherine's characterisation, equal attention is given to that of maid servants and the King alike, drawing the listener in deeper and deeper into Tudor life.

A further aspect, beyond the excellence of plot, characterisation and dialogue, is that Queen's Gambit is better than any school history book at bringing to vivid life for the 20th Century reader/listener, the travails of 16th Century court life and the turmoil and terrifying upheaval of the Reformation. In this respect, it is very much at the superior end of current historical fiction.

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Phillipa Gregory look out!

What made the experience of listening to Queen's Gambit the most enjoyable?

It had me on the edge of my seat, always exciting!

What did you like best about this story?

A new angle of the life of the forgotten Queen.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

The adventure of Dot in Newgate Prison, so evocative!

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The real heroine of Henry's six wives.

Any additional comments?

So sorry when it ended, really enjoyed this book.

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Would recommend

I found this book quite gripping - it cleverly demonstrated the emotions of the protagonist throughout while maintaining focus and historical perspective (although I do not know how historically accurate it was as I did not listen to the author's note). I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys historical novels.

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Excellent gambit

The Queens Gambit is a no brainnor gambit. As novels set in Tudor times goes this is amongst the best. This story does avoid a lot of the page filling and mind blowing drivel that others seem to rely on. That is to say long lists of events, dates or people who are related in some outlandish ways are noticeable absent and that is a blessing. Because of this the story seems to flow more naturally and you can get a real feel of the characters and their exploits.

I used to read a lot of Tudor novels and got to a position where by I was heartedly sick and bored with the whole lot of it. I was finding that most writers stuck to the more infamous Tudor Queens and churn out the same well known information time and time again. I only got this book as it was on sale and it was one of the best moves I’ve made. Because the author has bucked this trend the story is interesting and engaging. I am looking forward to her next work of literary art.

The narrator is very clear and easy to listen to. She gives each character its own unique charm and draws you into the story with finesse.

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Catherine Parr

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very well narrated, with each character very recognisable. Not so many books about Catherine Parr, but very interesting from start to finish, with tension and brilliant portrayal of the times. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in Tudor history.

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Queens gambit

If you could sum up Queen's Gambit in three words, what would they be?

History made interesting

Who was your favorite character and why?

Katherine because she really became a real person instead of just being the wife who survived Henry XIII! followed very closely by Dot.

Which character – as performed by Georgina Sutton – was your favourite?

I cannot really choose one because Georgina Sutton brought all the characters to life so well

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No not only because of the length but because there was such a large cast of characters.

Any additional comments?

Although I did get a little confused at times and had to rewind I found it a very enjoyable book. For me it made something which I thought might be rather dull into a very enjoyable lister. Congratulations to the author and narrator.

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History interpreted

Gives you food for thought, very enjoyable - the machinations of power and the subjugation of women, subtly fought and interwoven. Beautifully narrated.

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