"The Children of Henry VIII" offers a unique perspective into the lives of King Henry VIII's heirs who each had their own tumultuous reign following his death. Alison Weir's writing style is captivating and provides a fresh look on a period in history that has been the subject of many myths. This book would be a great read for anyone interested in English history and the lives of its rulers.

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At his death in 1547, King Henry VIII left four heirs to the English throne: his only son, the nine-year-old Prince Edward; the Lady Mary, the adult daughter of his first wife, Catherine of Aragon; the Lady Elizabeth, the daughter of his second wife, Anne Boleyn, and his young great-niece, the Lady Jane Grey. These are the players in a royal drama that ultimate led to Elizabeth's ascension to the throne--one of the most spectacularly successful reigns in English history.

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