Catherine de Valois

The Legendary Women of World History, Book 2

By: Laurel A. Rockefeller

Narrated by: Richard Mann

Best known as Henry V's Agincourt bride from Shakespeare's Henry V, Catherine de Valois was an extraordinary woman of faith, courage, and conviction in an age of politically powerful women.

A younger daughter to King Charles VI of France terrorized by his mental illness, Princess Catherine survived the ravages of his schizophrenia, a civil war at home, and King Henry's war with France to become one of England's most fascinating and courageous queens. Her second marriage to Owen Tudor gave England a new dynasty through her grandson, King Henry VII.

Meet the real Catherine and discover the beautiful true story that launched the most famous dynasty in history.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2014 Laurel A. Rockefeller (P)2015 Laurel A. Rockefeller

Catherine de Valois

I loved the music! I need to get that out there first.

As a second book to a series about legendary women of world history, this story was just as fascinating as the first. Though it was not centered on the gory details of war (like book 1), the story would still leave you pained and sorry for all those who suffered.

Catherine de Valois' story is an inspiring tale of a woman who acknowledged her duties and who, eventually decided to follow her heart.

To complement such a good and captivating story, Richard Mann's narration was perfectly suited.

I am certainly looking forward to Book 3!

" I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review."

Another home run

I truly believe that no matter what book you get by Laurel A. Rockefeller you cant go wrong. She is such a gifted author, no matter whom she writes about you cant help but to be sucked into their world. This story will keep you interested from start to finish. There is no doubt that the author has spent many hours researching these people and their time period. I am looking forward to other books by this author.

Great listening and wonderful presentation!

Would you listen to Catherine de Valois again? Why?

Yes. I found the material to be quite fascinating. I really enjoy stories from history.

What did you like best about this story?

I found the subject matter to be very interesting.

Which character – as performed by Richard Mann – was your favorite?

The title character, Catherine, was my favorite. It was her story.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Intrigue behind the throne

History reenacted

I love how it was a story within a story. Her storytelling will draw you in and teach you without you even knowing it is happening.

Catherine of Valois is the French Beyotch!

compared to Henry V, his reluctant trophy wide Catherine of Valois has bigger cajones than the famed Victor of Agincourt. definitely more of a monarch in Her own right a de jure rgentbover their son the feckless Henry VI. you will definitely not be able to look at the Henry V the same way again after you learn of The triumphs and tragedies endured by Catherine.

I particularly enjoyed the transitional lute music of "come I come Emmanuel " between subsections.