The Romanov Brides, Clare McHugh
The Romanov Brides, Clare McHugh
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The Romanov Brides
A Novel of the Last Tsarina and Her Sisters

Author: Clare McHugh

Narrator: Yelena Shmulenson

Unabridged: 12 hr 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 03/12/2024

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

From the author of A Most English Princess comes a rich novel about young Princess Alix of Hesse—the future Alexandra, last Empress of Imperial Russia—and her sister, Princess Ella. Their decision to marry into the Romanov royal family changed history. They were granddaughters of Queen Victoria and two of the most beautiful princesses in Europe. Princesses Alix and Ella were destined to wed well and wisely. But while their grandmother wants to join them to the English and German royal families, the sisters fall in love with Russia—and the Romanovs.Defying the Queen’s dire warnings, Ella weds the tsar’s brother, Grand Duke Serge. Cultivated, aloof, and proud, Serge places his young wife on a pedestal for all to admire. Behind palace gates, Ella struggles to secure private happiness.Alix, whisked away to Russia for Ella’s wedding, meets and captivates Nicky—heir apparent to the Russian throne. While loving him deeply, Alix hears a call of conscience, urging her to walk away.Their fateful decisions to marry will lead to tragic consequences for not only themselves and their families, but for millions in Russia and around the globe.The Romanov Brides is a moving and fascinating portrait of two bold and spirited royal sisters, and brings to vivid life imperial Russia—a dazzling, decadent world on the brink of disappearing forever. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

About Clare McHugh

Clare McHugh is the author of A Most English Princess, a historical novel about the family of Queen Victoria, and The Romanov Brides. A former newspaper reporter and magazine editor, McHugh graduated from Harvard College with a degree in European history. She currently lives in London and in Amagansett, NY. 

Reviews

Goodreads review by Annette

The Romanov Brides delves into the captivating tale of two sisters from the Grand Duchy of Hesse – a small territory in western Germany - who married into Romanov royal family and altered history. In 1882, during a visit by their Russian cousins Paul and Serge to Dramstadt, Ella is charmed by Serge,......more

Goodreads review by Darla

It is not titles that honor men, but men that honor titles. ~ Niccolo Machiavelli It is no wonder that WW I was such a hot mess. This book clearly illustrates the intertwining of families from Great Britain (Queen Victoria) to the German States and the Romanov court. As I read this book I could see t......more

Goodreads review by Karren

Louis IV The Grand Duke of Hesse and by Rhine and his wife Princess Alice of the United Kingdom, lived modestly in Darmstadt, in Southern Germany and the couple have seven children, this book focuses on the lives of two of their daughters Princess Elisabeth and Princess Alix. Princess Alice’s mother......more

Goodreads review by Literary

This gorgeously written histfic novel of two granddaughters of Queen Victoria, who marry into the Russian Romanov royal family during a momentous time, will keep you captivated until the last page. The author's sweeping narrative style and assured character development made me feel I was with them a......more

Goodreads review by Christina ( Waaaaay behind)

I have mixed feelings about this book. While I love the descriptions of the homes, lands and traditions, the bulk of the book is mostly fictional imaginings of the sister’s most private inner dialogues. Most interesting is that the author mentions that Serge was rumored to be gay and then writes fict......more

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