Anne and Charles, Rozsa Gaston
Anne and Charles, Rozsa Gaston
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Anne and Charles
Passion and Politics in Late Medieval France: The Story of Anne of Brittany’s Marriage to Charles VIII

Author: Rozsa Gaston

Narrator: Anna Parker-Naples

Unabridged: 9 hr 35 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 03/13/2018

Synopsis

When Anne of Brittany's father dies in 1488, she becomes Duchess of Brittany, her country's ruler at age eleven. For the next three years, the unmarried, orphaned duchess is pursued by suitors while Brittany is invaded by its larger, more powerful neighbor of France. With no other way out, at age fourteen she agrees to marry Charles VIII, King of France, to save her country. Better to be a queen than a prisoner . . .

Unexpectedly, a passionate relationship ensues. Yet Charles cannot shake off bad habits he has brought into their marriage, and Anne cannot help him in his darkest area of struggle.

Together, they introduce the wonders of the Italian Renaissance to France, building one of Europe's most glorious fifteenth century courts at their royal residence in Amboise, in the heart of the Loire Valley.

But year after year they fail to achieve the one most important aim they must accomplish to secure the future of their kingdom. As they desperately attempt to make their shared dream come true, an unexpected twist of fate irrevocably changes the fortunes of both Anne and Charles.

Contains mature themes.

About Rozsa Gaston

Rozsa Gaston writes playful books on serious matters, including the struggles women face to get what they want out of life. In addition to Anne and Charles, she is the author of Sense of Touch: Love and Duty at Anne of Brittany's Court, Paris Adieu, Black is Not a Color, Budapest Romance, Running from Love, and Dog Sitters.

Gaston studied European history at Yale and received her master's degree in international affairs from Columbia.

Gaston has worked as a singer and pianist all over the world. After leaving the entertainment industry she worked at Institutional Investor, then as a hedge fund marketer. She lives in Bronxville, New York, with her family.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jessica

This was a great book. I don't understand some of the lower ratings, because this is exactly what the first book in a series should be. It was the set-up of Anne's early life and the story of her first marriage. The characters were well-developed, the narratives were good and the history was interes......more

Goodreads review by Emily

Very neat read It put together the world at that time amongst the rulers and creates an easy picture of the time, that honors all the players. It should be posted with stories of Henry the 8th, to give a simple, lovely understanding of that fascinating time.......more

Goodreads review by Deacon Tom

A truly unique book that covers of King Charles VIII of France and his marriage to Anne, Duchess of Brittany. It is a true story reading like a fairytale with well crafted characters. Anne, a truly brilliant woman totally focused on protecting the people of Brittany. Clearly an incredible story about......more

Goodreads review by Casey

I can't believe I read this and I forgot to do a review. Jessica recommended this to me and she's never wrong about books. LOL. This was a great read for a lot of reasons. For one, it's a subject very few historical fiction writers write on. There's millions of books about Anne Boleyn and Henry the......more

Goodreads review by InD'tale Magazine

4.5/5.0 romance for the ages, Ms. Gaston masterfully conveys the passion, heartbreak, and determination of this royal couple. Read full review in the 2018 March issue of InD'tale Magazine.......more

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