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Innocent Traitor: A Novel of Lady Jane Grey
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18 hrs and 14 mins
Audible Release Date
02-14-07
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4.09 based on 410 ratings
 

Publisher's Summary

New York Times best-selling author Alison Weir has earned her reputation as the preeminent historian of British royalty. Now with Innocent Traitor, Weir utilizes her vast knowledge and captivating narrative style to craft her first historical novel, choosing Lady Jane Grey, the most sympathetic heroine of Tudor England, as her enthralling subject.

The child of a scheming father and ruthless mother, Jane is born during a time when ambition dictates action. Cousin to Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I, she is merely a pawn in a political and religious game in which one false step means a certain demise. But Lady Jane has remarkable qualities that help her to withstand the constant pressures of the royal machinery far better than most expect.

Weir's striking novel sweeps readers back through the centuries to witness firsthand one of the most poignant tales from a time of constant scheming and power brokering.

©2007 Alison Weir; (P)2007 Recorded Books, LLC

What the Critics Say

"Weir proves herself deft as ever." (Publishers Weekly)
"Complex yet completely absorbing....A brilliantly vivid and psychologically astute novel." (Booklist)

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Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0 "Boring, long winded"
By: Michelle (San Diego, CA, USA)
November 09, 2009
I just finished Anne Easter Smith's series which was absolutely captivating and maybe this was just overkill - but I could not get into the story, didn't enjoy the narration and finally gave up.
Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0 "Meh..."
By: Laurie (Lebanon, IN, USA)
October 30, 2009
There are a lot of listeners who really love this book, but for me, not so much.
Alison Weir is a brilliant historian. I advise sticking to her non-fiction.
If you are familiar with the history of Lady Jane, you may find that this novelization gives no new insights into the major players. I found it very predictable.
Overall, the narration is solid. I had no trouble distinguishing the voices of the various characters. But I got very tired of hearing "Tu-tor" when my ears expected "Tu-dor"...that flaw pulled me out of the story every time...and considering the setting, that was VERY often.
Overall, good "brain-off" listening if you enjoy historical fiction set in this era.

Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0 "Excellent Read!"
By: Monica (Waynesville, NC, USA)
September 25, 2009
I was mesmerized by this wonderful audio book. The narrators are excellent. I learned a great deal about this dramatic time in English history. I look forward to reading more from this author.
Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0 "Great! Couldn't stop listening!"
By: Anne (Lake Worth, FL, USA)
September 17, 2009
At first the switching around to different points of view annoyed me but I got really into it. This was one of those books you listen to constantly because it's so riveting.
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Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0Rating 4.0 "Excellent! Interesting! Never boring!"
By: Cheryl (Chicago, IL, USA)
August 22, 2009
I loved this book! Historically interesting! I felt as if I was there observing family interactions. This is the first book by Weir I've read -- I will seek more out! I found her writing excellent! Never boring. And kept me quite waiting for more!
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