Titles in This Set:
The White Queen
The Red Queen
The Lady of the Rivers
The Kingmaker’s Daughter
The White Princess
The King’s Curse
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780857207586 9780857207531 9780857207487 9781847394668 9781847394651 9781471125812
Overview:
Dive into Philippa Gregorys The Cousins War with this six-book Complete Series collection, a sweeping, immersive journey through the Wars of the Roses told through the lives of extraordinary women. From Elizabeth Woodvilles ambitious ascendancy to Jacquetta of Luxembourgs strategic alliances, from Margaret Beauforts unyielding drive to Margaret Poles quiet courage, this six-book set traces how personal loyalties, dynastic aims, and fierce intellect shape history. Each novel stands boldly on its ownlush with period detail, vivid court life, and high-stakes politicsyet together they form a cohesive arc that culminates in the Tudor era. The paperback format invites you to binge-read, annotate, and share the experience with fellow history lovers, gift-givers, or a reading group seeking a deep, character-driven saga. This is historical fiction at its most gripping: accessible, richly researched, and delightfully addictive from cover to cover.
What Makes This Collection Special:
This six-book collection is more than a pile of novels; its a complete, interconnected reading journey through the Wars of the Roses from a distinctly female perspective. Gregory threads six formidable heroinesElizabeth Woodville, Margaret Beaufort, Jacquetta of Luxembourg, Anne Neville, Elizabeth of York, and Margaret Poleinto one expansive saga, ensuring a consistent voice and atmosphere across titles. Expect meticulous historical detail, evocativesettings, and courtroom intrigues that feel intimate and immediate. The set offers exceptional value for readers who love to immerse themselves in a single, immersive universe, and it makes a luxurious gift for aficionados of historical fiction and Tudor history alike.
Books Included in This Collection:
The White Queen
From the opening pages, The White Queen places Elizabeth Woodville at the center of a perilous game of power, loyalty, and love. Gregorys deft blend of political maneuvering and intimate family moments draws you into a monarchs ascent through alliances, betrayal, and quiet resilience. The result is a richly textured introduction to the era, where every marriage and match of bloodlines reshapes the map of England, seen through a sharp, modern narrative voice.
The Red Queen
The Red Queen pivots to a mothers relentless pursuit of dynasty as Margaret Beaufort drives for legitimacy and lineage. The narrative blends fierce political scheming with the emotional complexity of motherhood, loyalty, and ambition. Gregory crafts tense, close-quarters drama amid the corridors of power, inviting readers to witness how one womans single-minded purpose can alter a nations course and echo through generations.
The Lady of the Rivers
Jacquetta of Luxembourg emerges as a strategic matriarch in The Lady of the Rivers, where lineage, prophecy, and marriage shape kingdoms. This installment deepens the tapestry of the era with luminous court scenes, secret pacts, and the quiet strength of a woman steering events from behind the scenes. Readers will feel the weight of history as alliances shift and the prelude to Tudor times takes form with grace and grit.
The Kingmaker’s Daughter
Anne Neville and Isabel stand at the heart of Warwick the Kingmakers world, navigating power, peril, and the pull of rival crowns. Relationships carry the weight of political calculation, and the sisters bond is tested by shifting loyalties. Gregorys brisk, page-turning prose delivers high-stakes drama, while weaving a deeper portrait of family, resilience, and the price of ambition in a turbulent era.
The White Princess
Elizabeth of Yorks ascent into wedlock with Henry VII blends romance with strategic statecraft. The White Princess pursues identity, duty, and dynasty under pressure, balancing intimate moments with the grand design of a new royal line. The storytelling remains clear and immediate, with vivid battle scenes, court diplomacy, and a compelling, ceremonial atmosphere that keeps readers glued to the page.
The King’s Curse
The six-book journey concludes with Margaret Pole, a figure of quiet dignity who withstands Tudor politics brutal winds. The King’s Curse widens the historical lens to explore family, faith, and loyalty amid religious upheaval and factional strife. It provides a poignant, humanistic end to a saga that joins personal courage to the sweeping arc of English history, leaving a lasting impression of legacy and memory.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Histories lovers who crave intricate court politics and female-led perspectives will treasure this complete six-book journey. Its ideal for adult readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction, book clubs seeking rich discussion material, and gift buyers after a premium, collectible paperback set. Fans of Tudor-era drama, character-driven plots, and meticulous historical detail will appreciate the consistent voice across titles, the binge-read potential, and the enduring appeal of Gregorys bestselling storytelling.
Key Benefits:
- Complete six-book journey through the Wars of the Roses in a single collection
- Strong, distinctive heroines across six interconnected narratives
- Premium paperback edition with cohesive design for display or gifting
- Rich historical atmosphere combined with fast-paced, page-turning plots
- Ideal for gifting to history buffs, book clubs, and collectors
About the Author:
Philippa Gregory is internationally bestselling author renowned for bringing the Wars of the Roses to life through vivid, character-driven storytelling. Her historical novels are celebrated for their meticulous research, lush settings, and accessible prose that invites readers into complex political landscapes. Gregory has built a devoted following with increasingly popular series that blend family dynamics, power, and romance into richly imagined moments of history. Readers return to her books for the strong voices of women navigating dynastic intrigue and for a steady rhythm of suspense that makes history feel immediate and personal.
Why Youll Love This Set:
Owning the complete Cousins War collection means never waiting to continue the story. The six-book arc delivers a cohesive reading experience, ideal for fans who want depth without commitment to multiple separate editions. Its a premium, gift-worthy set that looks beautiful on a shelf and reads beautifully on a commute or at home. The accessible prose, authentic atmosphere, and memorable heroines make this six-book journey a standout in historical fictiona must-have for any serious readers collection.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
