Jane Lambert, the quick-witted and alluring daughter of a silk merchant,
is twenty-two and still unmarried. When Jane's father finally finds her
a match, she's married off to the dull, older silk merchant William
Shore. Marriage doesn't stop Jane from flirtation, however, and when the
king's chamberlain, Will Hastings, comes to her husband's shop, Will
knows King Edward will find her irresistible.
Edward IV has everything: Power, majestic bearing, superior military
leadership, a sensual nature, and charisma. And with Jane as his
mistress, he also finds true happiness. But when his hedonistic
tendencies get in the way of being the strong leader England needs, his
life, as well as those of Jane and Will Hastings, hangs in the balance.
Jane must rely on her talents to survive as the new monarch, Richard
III, bent on reforming his brother's licentious court, ascends the
throne.
This dramatic tale has been an inspiration to poets and playwrights for
five hundred years, and, as told through the unique perspective of a
woman plucked from obscurity and thrust into a life of notoriety, Royal
Mistress is sure to enthrall today's historical fiction lovers as well.
