Katherine of Aragón: The True Queen

Renowned historian and best-selling novelist Alison Weir embarks on a literary endeavor that no other fiction writer has dared: a dramatic six-volume series covering one of King Henry VIII's wives in each book. Weir vividly captures Katherine of Aragón's turbulent story in this engrossing first book. Henry's first "true" queen, loyal and loving.

When Catalina, a princess of Spain, first steps foot on English soil, she is just sixteen. Arthur, Prince of Wales and heir to the English throne, has earned Catalina's hand in marriage. Catalina is the youngest daughter of the great monarchs Ferdinand and Isabella, making her a sought-after bride. Tragically, though, Catalina—now Princess Katherine—becomes engaged to Henry VIII in the future. She is forced to wait for his coming-of-age, which puts her to the test, makes her mistrust her confidantes, and makes her feel like a prisoner.

When Katherine ascends to the throne of England, her patience is rewarded. Although Katherine and Henry genuinely love each other, uncontrollable circumstances pose a threat to their marriage and even the country. Henry has been seduced by Anne Boleyn, Katherine's maid of honor. Katherine now needs to be ready to battle for her heart, her validity, and her faith—until the very end, if God so chooses.