Reviews

Just a Queen by Jane Caro

hoadjie's review

5.0

Love this book. Such a great follow up from the first book, and I really hope the author writes the third book of the trilogy!!

Such a nice easy read, easy to follow. Very enjoyable and at the same time learning a bit of English history.

Thank you for another amazing story. Recommend this book and Just a Girl to anyone.

ps_a22's review

2.0

This book was a historical fiction revolving around Queen Elizabeth's rein and the execution of Queen Mary of Scotland. It was well written as a novel, however, it was incredibly tedious. After a few chapters, the dilemma around queen Elizabeth became absolutely repetitive because she was constantly taking about the same problems and same dilemmas. The novel failed to grasp my attention, however, it was very well worded description of the chaotic sixteen century Europe.

aceymtaylor's review

4.0

i do beleive she cries too much in this book..therfore 4 stars

missflamingo's review

3.0

Since visiting Westminster Abbey I've been devouring everything I can find on Elizabeth I and her relationships with half-sister Mary I and her cousin Mary, Queen of Scots.
Jane Caro's approach is quite different to any of the biographies and historical fiction novels I've read. At first uncertain of many liberties Ms Caro has taken by adopting the first person, I was soon drawn into this compelling re-telling of a familiar story from Elizabeth's own point of view. Just a Girl will be my next read by Jane Caro.

alextheunicorn's review

4.0

i do beleive she cries too much in this book..therfore 4 stars

brona's review

4.0

Elizabeth is a strong, dynamic, complex protagonist. Caro takes the time to show us how daunting it must have been for a woman to rule during such patriarchal times. She gives us some insight into the daily life of women during Elizabethan times - just enough to make us truly thankful for our more enlightened, modern times.
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