"Just when you thought there was nothing new to learn about Elizabethan England, Tallis tells the compelling story of Lettice Knollys. An informative, well-crafted narrative. Anyone who loves English royal history will enjoy this new take on a personality surprisingly little mentioned in the history books."--Kirkus Reviews

"An eminently readable portrait of a fascinating woman. Highly recommended for readers of biography and Tudor history. Tallis's meticulous research and understanding of the intricacies of Elizabethan court life allow Knollys to emerge from undeserved obscurity to take center stage as a fearless, strong-willed woman who shared many of the characteristics of her royal rival, and who paid dearly for daring to follow her heart."--Library Journal

"A thorough first biography of Lettice Knollys that also serves as an excellent view of the Elizabethan era from a noblewoman's perspective. A great choice for historians and lay readers alike."--Publishers Weekly