The King's Rivals (1898)

The King's Rivals is a historical fiction novel written by Elizabeth N. Barrow and published in 1898. The story is set in the 16th century and revolves around the rivalry between two women for the love and attention of King Henry VIII of England. The novel follows the lives of Lady Anne Boleyn and Lady Catherine Howard, both of whom become involved with the King and engage in a dangerous game of intrigue and manipulation to gain his favor. As the two women vie for the King's affections, they become bitter rivals, and their rivalry ultimately leads to their downfall.The King's Rivals is a tale of love, ambition, and betrayal set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in English history. The novel offers a compelling look at the lives of two of Henry VIII's most infamous queens and the political and social forces that shaped their destinies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.