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The Constant Princess

By: Philippa Gregory, Kati Nicholl
Narrated by: Samantha Bond
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Pre-order BOLEYN TRAITOR now – Philippa Gregory’s landmark return to the Tudor court, coming Autumn 2025 …

A splendid and sumptuous historical novel from the internationally bestselling author, Philippa Gregory, telling of the early life of Katherine of Aragon.

I was born a princess, destined to be queen, and I know my duty.

1491. Henry VII’s eldest son Arthur Tudor, Prince of Wales, has been betrothed since childhood to the Spanish princess Katherine of Aragon. Their marriage will cement the alliance Henry Tudor craves to secure his country.

But when Arthur’s sudden death leaves an 11-year-old boy heir to the kingdom, Henry Tudor must choose whether to send Katherine back to Spain, or to marry her himself. Katherine has no son from her brief marriage to secure her future; her substantial dowry and his powerful contract are at stake.

Henry has reckoned without the determination of a young woman set on fulfilling her own destiny to be a queen – and the ambition of Prince Harry, the future Henry VIII.

Don't miss THE SPANISH PRINCESS on Amazon Prime, based on The Constant Princess and The King's Curse …

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Critic reviews

‘One of Gregory's great strengths as a novelist is her ability to take familiar historical figures and flesh them into living breathing human beings. The Constant Princess is a worthy successor to her previous novels about the Tudors.’ Daily Express

‘Gregory's research is impeccable which makes her imaginative fiction all the more convincing.’ Daily Mail

‘Gregory is great at conjuring a Tudor film-set of gorgeous gowns and golden-lattered dining. She invokes some swoonsome images…while the politics are personal enough to remain pertinent.’ DailyTelegraph

‘The contemporary mistress of historical crime fiction is Philippa Gregory. Her novels are filled with strong, determined women who take their fate into their own hands…Gregory brings to life the sights, smells and textures of 16th-century England.’ Kate Mosse, Financial Times
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No, did not meet my expectations. My least favourite Phillipa Gregory book. Cut short expected more. Good narrator, loving accent.

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loved it. shorter than some others i have spent credit on but very enjoyable

Another great story

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glorious performance, love her novels and really would like to hear the whole story. very much enjoyed.

would love to hear the whole version

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Loved it.
Sensitively written . History put into perspective.
Read beautifully, I especially liked the change of voice for the thoughts and prayers of Catherine of Aragon.

A little bit of history explained

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The narrator was brilliant and I loved the book. I love all philippa gregory books.

I love philippa

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