![]() Despite the scandal, Elizabeth and Robert manage to navigate the choppy political, economic, and religious waters around them. Universal shock is followed by accusations of murder. Their flagrant flirting, their unescorted outings, and the appointment of Lord Robert to Master of Horse inspire whispers through the court, and even rumors that Elizabeth has secretly given birth to Lord Robert’s child.Įvents take a dark turn when Robert’s wife is found dead. Though none of the suitors have yet worked their way to her throne, the dashing-though married-Lord Robert lays claim to Elizabeth’s heart. ![]() But her counselors continually press her to form an advantageous marriage and produce an heir. ![]() Only twenty-five and newly crowned, Elizabeth vows to rule the country as both queen and king. In this compelling novel of Tudor drama and suspense, acclaimed author Alison Weir brings to life one of England’s most scandalous royal love affairs: the romance between the “Virgin Queen” Elizabeth I and her courtier Lord Robert Dudley. ![]()
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