The Taming of the Queen (2015) by Philippa Gregory is a historical fiction novel that portrays the life of Kateryn Parr, the sixth and final wife of Henry VIII. Set against the backdrop of Henry's tumultuous marriages, the novel follows Kateryn's survival in a dangerous marriage to a capricious and ill king. Despite her love for Thomas Seymour, she reluctantly accepts Henry's offer of marriage, navigating a life of submission, danger, and intellectual pursuits. As regent in Henry's absence, she defends her position, explores religious reform, and publishes works under her name. The novel, part of Gregory's Tudor Court series, blends historical events with fiction, though it has faced criticism for its historical inaccuracies.
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