Bring Up the Bodies
(Author) Hilary MantelWinner of the Man Booker Prize 2012, the 2012 Costa Book of the Year and shortlisted for the 2013 Women's Prize for Fiction. An astounding literary accomplishment, Bring Up the Bodies is the story of this most terrifying moment of history, by one of our greatest living novelists. 'Our most brilliant English writer' Guardian Bring Up the Bodies unlocks the darkly glittering court of Henry VIII, where Thomas Cromwell is now chief minister. With Henry captivated by plain Jane Seymour and rumours of Anne Boleyn's faithlessness whispered by all, Cromwell knows what he must do to secure his position. But the bloody theatre of the queen's final days will leave no one unscathed. 'A great novel of dark and dirty passions, public and private. A truly great story' Financial Times 'In another league. This ongoing story of Henry VIII's right-hand man is the finest piece of historical fiction I have ever read' Sunday Telegraph
Hilary Mantel
Hilary Mantel is an award-winning British writer known for her historical fiction novels. She is best known for her Thomas Cromwell trilogy, which includes "Wolf Hall," "Bring Up the Bodies," and "The Mirror and the Light." Mantel's works are characterized by their richly detailed historical settings, complex characters, and intricate storytelling. She has been praised for her ability to bring history to life and challenge traditional narratives. Mantel's contributions to literature have had a significant impact on the historical fiction genre, earning her two Booker Prize wins and cementing her place as one of the most respected writers of her generation.
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