I was touched by this moving account of the last days of Anne Boleyn, as told through her niece, Catherine Carey.
I was particularly fascinated by the glimpse into Anne Boleyn's strong character, her romantic suffering, and the love she maintained for Henry to the end. The details and richness of the court and family intrigue is a testament to the solid research. The author succeeds in stirring our empathy, not only for the Queen, but also for the condition and status of all women during this period of history.
Through his character's strong dialogue, Cromwell is well depicted and becomes a standout villain in this novel. King Henry's torment also comes through - one can see that his poor treatment of Anne Boleyn arises as much from the expectations men had of women at the time, as they do from Cromwell's political influence.
To be honest, I picked up this novel more for the journey with Anne Boleyn than out of interest for her niece. I loved every moment where Anne is given focus. I identified with her niece's devotion to her - I think this is the true force of this novel and its narrator: the reader becomes one with Catherine Carey.
Perhaps because this is a YA novel, I was less engaged with the romantic relationship between Catherine Carey and her future husband - what I appreciated was that its portrayal was faithful to the historical period.
What makes this novel unique is the language and introspective quality. Swept up by the dramatic events and the secrets she unravels, Catherine is forced to grow fast and she reflects often. I thought her psychology was well executed and that it would appeal to young adults. However I would recommend this novel to all Tudor period fans and I believe the author gracefully achieved what they set out to do.
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The Light in the Labyrinth: The Last Days of Anne Boleyn. (The Life and Death of Anne Boleyn Book 2) (English Edition) Kindle版
IN THE WINTER OF 1535, young Kate Carey lives with her mother and her new family, far from the royal court. Unhappy with her life and wanting to escape her home, she accepts the invitation of Anne Boleyn, the aunt she idolises, to join her household in London.
But the dark, dangerous labyrinth of Henry VIII’s court forces Kate to grow up fast as she witnesses her aunt’s final tragic days — and when she discovers a secret that changes her life forever.
All things must end—all things but love.
But the dark, dangerous labyrinth of Henry VIII’s court forces Kate to grow up fast as she witnesses her aunt’s final tragic days — and when she discovers a secret that changes her life forever.
All things must end—all things but love.
- 対象読者年齢11 ~ 18 歳
- 言語英語
- 発売日2019/1/16
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THE LIGHT IN THE LABYRINTH has been honoured with the B.R.A.G.Medallion (Book Readers Appreciation Group). It now joins the very select award-winning, reader-recommended books at indieBRAG.
The Light in the Labyrinth offers a powerful new perspective on the tragic life of Anne Boleyn. Told from the point of view of Anne's young niece, newly arrived at the court of Henry VIII, it presents an original, sympathetic and moving portrait of the queen's final days and offers new insights into the lives and relationships of women in Tudor England" - Dr Julian Novitz, award winning author of My Real Life and Other Stories and Little Sister. "...The Light in the Labyrinth is quite the read - no matter the age of the reader. And yes, thanks to Kate, a new voice has been added to the well-known haunting melody - a voice that mellows and matures as the story evolves and yet retains a touch of bittersweet innocence right to the bloody, inevitable end" - Anna Belfrage for The Review."...I never felt like I was reading a teen read. Although it is a historical novel with a 16th century heroine, its themes will resonate with a teen audience - identity, self-discovery, family issues/step-parents, love, betrayal and loss - and any lover of historical fiction will enjoy revisiting Anne's fall from a different perspective" Claire Ridgway, Author and Tudor history buff."It is exactly the type of novel that draws youth into a life-long love of history" Beth von Staats.
The Light in the Labyrinth offers a powerful new perspective on the tragic life of Anne Boleyn. Told from the point of view of Anne's young niece, newly arrived at the court of Henry VIII, it presents an original, sympathetic and moving portrait of the queen's final days and offers new insights into the lives and relationships of women in Tudor England" - Dr Julian Novitz, award winning author of My Real Life and Other Stories and Little Sister. "...The Light in the Labyrinth is quite the read - no matter the age of the reader. And yes, thanks to Kate, a new voice has been added to the well-known haunting melody - a voice that mellows and matures as the story evolves and yet retains a touch of bittersweet innocence right to the bloody, inevitable end" - Anna Belfrage for The Review."...I never felt like I was reading a teen read. Although it is a historical novel with a 16th century heroine, its themes will resonate with a teen audience - identity, self-discovery, family issues/step-parents, love, betrayal and loss - and any lover of historical fiction will enjoy revisiting Anne's fall from a different perspective" Claire Ridgway, Author and Tudor history buff."It is exactly the type of novel that draws youth into a life-long love of history" Beth von Staats.
著者について
Wendy J. Dunn is an Australian writer who has been obsessed by Anne Boleyn and Tudor History since she was ten years old. She is the author of two Tudor novels: "Dear Heart, How Like You This?", the winner of the 2003 Glyph Fiction Award and 2004 runner up in the Eric Hoffer Award for Commercial Fiction, and "The Light in the Labyrinth," her first young adult novel. Born in Melbourne, Australia, Wendy is married and the mother of three sons and one daughternamed after a certain Tudor queen, surprisingly, not Anne. She gained her Doctorate of Philosophy (Writing) from Swinburne University in 2014. Wendy also tutors at Swinburne University in their Master of Arts (Writing) program.
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Laura L. Rahme
5つ星のうち5.0
A rare glimpse into Anne Boleyn
2015年12月26日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
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LindaF
5つ星のうち5.0
ANOTHER MUST HAVE BOOK FOR TUDOR ERA READERS
2015年7月10日にカナダでレビュー済みAmazonで購入
WOW , THIS REALLY BRINGS OUT A LOT OF NEW INFO ...YOU FEEL AS THOUGH YOU LIVE THIS LAST DAYS WITH ANN B

James
5つ星のうち5.0
Beautiful, easy read.... Until the heartbreaking ending!!!
2016年2月19日に英国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
This young adult novel looks at the last of Anne Boleyn, through the eyes of her niece, the teenage Catherine Carey, daughter of Mary Boleyn. It is absolutely perfect for those just getting into history. However It is also a perfect 'light read' for anyone of any age. The descriptions of the palaces, clothes events etc. are brilliant, and really bring everything to life. I found the ending with Anne's downfall/execution to be incredibly gripping, filled with suspense, and very emotional. Something which I struggle to get usually from a novel, as usually I find watching that sort of thing on a film/TV/theatre more easy to feel the emotion, but this was just so beautifully done.
At the end of the book, the author discusses the parts of the story we know less about, such as 'was Catherine really the daughter of Henry VIII'? And if any parts were added for story purpose, which I think deserves her even more respect.
I very much enjoyed Catherine's journey through the story... A sequel featuring Elizabeth and Catherine Willoughby (who I have become more fascinated about since reading this book) would be wonderful ;).
All in all this book is a beautiful light read for anyone interested in Tudor history. But be warned... The ending will leave you in tears.
At the end of the book, the author discusses the parts of the story we know less about, such as 'was Catherine really the daughter of Henry VIII'? And if any parts were added for story purpose, which I think deserves her even more respect.
I very much enjoyed Catherine's journey through the story... A sequel featuring Elizabeth and Catherine Willoughby (who I have become more fascinated about since reading this book) would be wonderful ;).
All in all this book is a beautiful light read for anyone interested in Tudor history. But be warned... The ending will leave you in tears.

Miss Eloise Faichney
5つ星のうち5.0
A rich and compelling Tudor novel: An eloquent love letter to Anne Boleyn
2015年12月7日にオーストラリアでレビュー済みAmazonで購入
Wendy J. Dunn’s astonishing young adult novel “The Light in the Labyrinth” is the rich and compelling tale of the tragic days leading to Anne Boleyn's execution, seen through the eyes of Catherine (Kate) Carey, daughter of Mary Boleyn and niece of Anne.
At fourteen years of age, Kate is bored with her life in the English countryside with her mother and her new husband, and longs for the glamour of Henry VIII’s court and the company of her beautiful Aunt Nan. Kate gets her wish, but is about to discover the fraught world of 1535 Tudor politics; a landscape of strategy and betrayal, where one wrong step can cost you your reputation—or your life.
The novel is eloquent and well researched, unfolding smoothly and effortlessly from the point of view of Kate, a heroine we discover to be heartfelt, empathetic and quick to learn from the harshities at court. Kate swiftly sheds her naivety in her new surrounds, emerging as a strong young woman who is fiercely loyal to her Aunt to the end. Her budding love affair with her future husband, Francis Knolleys, is lushly rendered in some of the novel’s most romantic scenes.
Dunn’s imaginative knitting together of historical detail, use of poetic interludes and demonstrable knowledge of the Tudor period have produced a highly engaging read, captivating not only for its young adult audience, but for the adult reader as well. For the young adult, this novel makes a fine introduction to the historical period and the tragic tale of Anne Boleyn.
The author has created a detailed reimagining of the triumphs, excesses and perils of Henry VIII’s kingdom, and through the eyes of the tender-hearted Kate emerges a lovingly rendered portrayal of one of the most controversial women in English history. An excellent addition to any history lover’s library.
At fourteen years of age, Kate is bored with her life in the English countryside with her mother and her new husband, and longs for the glamour of Henry VIII’s court and the company of her beautiful Aunt Nan. Kate gets her wish, but is about to discover the fraught world of 1535 Tudor politics; a landscape of strategy and betrayal, where one wrong step can cost you your reputation—or your life.
The novel is eloquent and well researched, unfolding smoothly and effortlessly from the point of view of Kate, a heroine we discover to be heartfelt, empathetic and quick to learn from the harshities at court. Kate swiftly sheds her naivety in her new surrounds, emerging as a strong young woman who is fiercely loyal to her Aunt to the end. Her budding love affair with her future husband, Francis Knolleys, is lushly rendered in some of the novel’s most romantic scenes.
Dunn’s imaginative knitting together of historical detail, use of poetic interludes and demonstrable knowledge of the Tudor period have produced a highly engaging read, captivating not only for its young adult audience, but for the adult reader as well. For the young adult, this novel makes a fine introduction to the historical period and the tragic tale of Anne Boleyn.
The author has created a detailed reimagining of the triumphs, excesses and perils of Henry VIII’s kingdom, and through the eyes of the tender-hearted Kate emerges a lovingly rendered portrayal of one of the most controversial women in English history. An excellent addition to any history lover’s library.

Mercedes Rochelle
5つ星のうち4.0
Poor Kate is in for a rude awakening!
2019年10月29日にアメリカ合衆国でレビュー済みAmazonで購入
I started reading this book without realizing it was written for young adults; it wasn’t until the romance part that it dawned on me that the story was geared for the tender-hearted. That was a good thing; it already had my interest and I continued all the way through. It was an interesting approach to Anne Boleyn. Our spitfire protagonist Kate, who was ignorant of her mother’s past, insisted that she go to court, notwithstanding Mary Boleyn’s unwillingness to let her go. So her knowledge of the queen was simple and sweet, from a child’s perspective. We, the readers, don’t get to see the unsavory parts of Anne Boleyn’s ruthless climb to greatness. Bits and pieces slip through—mostly from the regretful queen herself, who has already started her downward spiral into the king’s disfavor. Kate’s courtly education was precipitous and brutal, and I don’t think she really absorbed all the implications of the queen’s past behavior; she was much too busy freaking out over the discovery of her own bastardy. What a mess! Our poor protagonist didn’t have the maturity or the experience to deal with all the catastrophes that followed one upon the other, but she was steadfast in her loyalty to her aunt the fallen queen. Overall, I thought Anne Boleyn was depicted a little too wimpy, a little too unspirited and too complaisant before the king. Maybe this is because we met her so late in her life's story; perhaps her spirit was really broken by the time of her last pregnancy. But I found the whole Tower sequence, right before her execution, to be too maudlin for my taste; I skimmed over the whole section. Our Kate barely held up throughout, but one hopes that she was able to provide some comfort to the future Elizabeth I as a witness to Anne Boleyn’s last days.